Type Of Business:
Global macroeconomic, capital markets, business, financial and investment consulting and advisory firm
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Global strategic and operating planning; Financial analysis and planning; Capital markets advisory and strategies; Senior executive management in professional services, business development, finance, investments and banking
Major Product/SVS:
Global economic and capital markets research and forecasting; Financial and business analysis for governmental entities, businesses, CEOs, corporate boards, trade organizations and financial and professional service firms; Insightful analysis and forecasting to prepare senior executives for tomorrow's trends; Litigation support for legal and accounting firms
Hobbies/Sports:
Listening to music; Sports; Attending the theater; Participating in outdoor activities; Spending time with his family
Education Degrees:
MBA; Bachelor of Science in Accounting, University of Baltimore (1969)
Affiliations Awards:
Baltimore CFA Society, CFA Institute; Investment Adviser Association; Investment Banking and Financial Advisors Committee, American Bankruptcy Institute; Business Advisory Council, Comptroller of the State of Maryland; Joint Committee on Unemployment Insurance Oversight, Maryland General Assembly
Industry:
Global Economic and Business Analysis
Date of Distinction:
6/20/2011
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of his career is that he is a key contributor of economic, financial and business planning for government entities, businesses, professional service firms, and trade organizations for successful development. He provides economic and capital markets strategy and investment advise to firms whose assets aggregate nearly $1 billion. He also founded and currently manages his own consulting firm, SPG Trend Advisors, Inc., which has enabled him to develop and communicate advanced thought content that has been recognized extensively for its accuracy and helpful contributions to users.
Charity:
Various Charitable Organizations
Number Of Years In Profession:
26
Number Of Years In Current Position:
6
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to his honest, well-researched and astute financial analyses and forecasts of global economic and geo-political market forces in an industry where controversy is often favored over accuracy. In the process, he was able to gain a steady base of followers, including some of those in the media.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession through his interest in wealth management and global economics, as well as his experience at a banking institution.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Segall is the founder, president, and CEO of SPG Trend Advisors, Inc., a global macroeconomic, capital markets consulting and investment consulting firm. There he provides analytical, strategic, and forecasting services to a wide range of businesses and organizations.
Prior to founding SPG, Mr. Segall held senior management and leadership positions in major banking institutions for 25 years. As a political and international analyst and economist, he has extensive experience in successfully forecasting geopolitical and economic trends.
A frequent speaker at financial and business forums, he has addressed numerous organizations including Vistage International, The Alternative Board, National Foundation for Credit Counseling, TMI Executive Resources, Parente Beard Company, the Greater Baltimore Technology Council, the Maryland Business Law Institute and the Urban Land Institute, providing valuable insights into domestic and global business, economic and financial market conditions and future trends. He has been regularly quoted in local and national media and is a frequent contributor of articles in newspapers and magazines on national and international economic, financial and geopolitical issues and future business trends.
In addition, he authored "Sea Change," an economic and financial newsletter focusing on global economic, geo-political and capital market issues and trends. He is the principal author and editor of SPG Trend's website and blog articles and economic, capital market and business advisory presentations.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Consulting with clients on business, financial, economic, management and investment developments and trends; Overseeing the development and implementation of SPG's operating and strategic plans; Developing economic forecasts and capital market strategies and asset allocations; Analyzing and developing public policies for improved fiscal performance and economic development; Advising investment firms and making economic, capital markets and business management presentations to a wide variety of business and trade organization groups
Education Certifications:
Chartered Financial Analyst; Chartered Investment Counselor
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Segall hopes to continue developing the business and would also like to become a chief economist, investment officer and head of a major organization.