BNY ConvergEx Group has appointed Nicholas J. Colas director of research for BNY Jaywalk. Colas is responsible for developing and marketing services that match research from BNY Jaywalk’s global network with the needs of BNY ConvergEx Group’s clients.
Previously, Colas worked for Rochdale Securities LLC, where he headed the equity research teams and oversaw development of a proprietary valuation model.
“Nick’s experience on both the buy-side and sell-side will be a key asset to our growing independent research business,” says John D. Meserve, chairman of BNY Jaywalk. “He understands the importance of research to investment managers, enabling us to develop innovative products that deliver value to clients. We’re delighted to welcome him on board.”