John M. Nelson, Principal

Mr. Nelson founded PointView Research in June of 2001 after more than 10 years of managing research projects and departments for world-class organizations. Prior to founding PointView Research, John held a number of executive level positions including Director of Research for Accenture's Financial Services and Technology Strategy Consulting Practice. In addition, John managed a large marketing research department for an enterprise portal provider, and worked as an analyst for both a technology-based venture capital firm and an equity research company.

Mr. Nelson holds and M.B.A. in Finance and International Business from San Francisco State University and a M.S. in Business Administration from San Diego State. John is also an active member of SCIP, the Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals, and the American Marketing Association.

Mary Simmons

Ms. Simmons has worked with PointView Research since 2002. Mary's expertise in qualitative market research comes from several positions in corporate marketing, along with her management duties with market research suppliers including Research International. Ms. Simmons holds an M.B.A. in Marketing from University of Southern California and an M.S. from University of Washington.

Thomas Kemper, CFA

Mr. Kemper has worked with PointView Research since 2002 after several project management roles with both technology and financial services companies including ADP. Tom has contributed to and managed several qualitative and quantitative research projects, but specializes in equity research. Mr. Kemper holds a Business Administration degree from University of Colorado and is a Chartered Financial Analyst.

Bill Johnson

Mr. Johnson contributes primarily to PointView's qualitative research practice by conducting executive interviews and focus groups. Kevin has several years experience as an investigative reporter working as a contibutor to multiple business and news-based publications.