Alex Thorson
About Alex Thorson
Alex Thorson is an Investment Banking Associate at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 2020. He has a background in finance, having held various roles in investment banking and equity research in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area.
Work at Piper Sandler
Alex Thorson has been employed at Piper Sandler as an Investment Banking Associate since 2020. In this role, he is involved in various investment banking activities, contributing to the firm's operations in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. His tenure at Piper Sandler has extended over four years, during which he has utilized his previous experience in investment banking to support client transactions and strategic initiatives.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Before his current role, Alex Thorson worked at Piper Sandler as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2017 to 2020. This position allowed him to develop skills in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction execution. His experience in this capacity laid a strong foundation for his current role as an Associate.
Education and Expertise
Alex Thorson earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management, completing his studies from 2013 to 2017. His educational background has equipped him with a solid understanding of financial principles, which he applies in his professional roles within investment banking.
Internship Experience
Alex Thorson has held several internships that contributed to his professional development. He served as an Equity Research Intern at Northland Securities in 2015, and he completed an Investment Banking Winter Internship at Piper Jaffray in 2016. Additionally, he interned as an Investment Operations Analyst at Thrivent Financial in 2015. These experiences provided him with valuable insights into various aspects of finance and investment.
Background in Marketing and Fixed Income
Earlier in his career, Alex Thorson worked as a Marketing Mentee at Hormel Foods for four months in 2012 and as a Fixed Income Analyst at Carlson Funds Enterprise from 2016 to 2017. These roles contributed to his diverse skill set and understanding of different sectors within the finance industry.