Alec Harrell

Alec R. Harrell is a Senior Analyst at Rice Hall James & Associates, LLC, based in Los Angeles, CA. He joined the firm in December 2017, where he contributes primarily to equity research and analysis across small- and mid-cap U.S. equities, supporting the firm’s active investment strategies. His work involves fundamental analysis, sector assessment, and the identification of high-quality growth opportunities within the broader equity universe.

Before joining Rice Hall James & Associates, Alec spent a decade as Senior Portfolio Manager and Analyst at Northern Trust Asset Management, where he specialized in multi-asset class portfolio construction and the evaluation of U.S. equities. His earlier experience includes portfolio management roles that strengthened his expertise in both growth and value equity sectors, with notable focus on industrials, information technology, and consumer discretionary stocks.

Alec holds a bachelor's degree in Politics, Philosophy & Economics from Claremont McKenna College, graduating cum laude. He also earned an MBA in Finance from USC Marshall School of Business and a JD from USC Gould School of Law, reflecting his strong interdisciplinary background in finance and law. He is a CFA charterholder, underscoring his commitment to ethical investment analysis and industry best practices.