Vishal Patel
About Vishal Patel
Vishal Patel is an Equity Research Associate at Piper Sandler, where he has worked since 2021. He has a background in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign and has held various roles in IT support, strategy and analytics, and supply chain.
Work at Piper Sandler
Vishal Patel has been employed at Piper Sandler as an Equity Research Associate since 2021. In this role, he conducts in-depth analysis of market trends and company performance, providing insights that inform investment decisions. His work contributes to the firm's reputation for delivering high-quality research to clients in the financial sector. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Patel collaborates with a team of analysts to evaluate various sectors and identify investment opportunities.
Previous Experience at Oak Street Health
Before joining Piper Sandler, Vishal Patel worked at Oak Street Health as an Associate in Strategy and Analytics from 2020 to 2021. In this position, he supported strategic initiatives and data analysis efforts aimed at improving healthcare delivery. His role involved working with cross-functional teams to develop insights that drive operational efficiency and enhance patient care.
IT Support Experience at University of Illinois
Vishal Patel served as IT Support at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign from 2017 to 2020. During his three years in this role, he provided technical assistance to students and faculty, resolving various IT issues and ensuring the smooth operation of technology services. This experience helped him develop strong problem-solving skills and a solid understanding of IT systems.
Education and Expertise
Vishal Patel earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, completing his studies from 2017 to 2020. His educational background in engineering provides him with a strong analytical foundation, which he applies in his current role in equity research. Prior to this, he completed his high school education at Neuqua Valley High School, graduating in 2017.
Internship at Navistar Inc
In 2019, Vishal Patel completed a two-month internship as a Supply Chain Intern at Navistar Inc. This internship provided him with practical experience in supply chain management and operations, allowing him to apply theoretical knowledge gained during his studies in a real-world setting. The experience contributed to his understanding of the complexities involved in supply chain processes.