Your New Street Team

Iain is the founder of New Street Research and the Senior Partner in London; he contributes to the Asian research product. Before establishing New Street, Iain was the Global Head of Telecom Research at J.P.Morgan and the no.1 ranked I.I. analyst. Whilst his colleagues enjoy energetic pursuits in their leisure time, Iain’s interests lie indoors: the arts, wine and Scottish Reeling.

iain@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9124

James Ratzer heads up the European Communication Services research team and was one of the initial founding partners. Prior to helping found New Street Research, he led the Telecoms Research team at UBS, where the team was no. 1 ranked, and he was individually ranked as a number 1 analyst. Away from the office, James is a keen cyclist.

james@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9125

Chris has been with New Street since 2006, leading our coverage of EM Telecom Services, with a particular focus on Asia and EMEA. He was previously an MD with Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein and co-head of their highly ranked European telecom team. Chris can often be found in Marrakech, tending his olive trees and mixing negronis.

chris@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9130

Jonathan Chaplin leads the US Communications Services research team.  Prior to joining NSR he led the Telecom, Cable & Satellite research teams at Credit Suisse and JPMorgan where he was recognized as a top ranked analyst and stock picker by Institutional Investor, the Wall Street Journal and Forbes.  When he isn’t analyzing the telecom industry, Jonathan is often disconnected from all networks, in remote parts of the world, climbing mountains.

jonathan.chaplin@newstreetresearch.com
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Pierre Ferragu heads up the Global Technology Infrastructure research team. Prior to joining New Street Research, Pierre spent over ten years at Bernstein, covering Telecom Equipment, Data Networking, Cybersecurity, Semiconductor, and Semiconductor Capital Equipment. He has been recognized multiple years as the #1-ranked analyst in surveys by Institutional Investors, Extel, Thomson Reuters, and Greenwich Associates. Prior to Bernstein, Pierre was a principal at BCG, and graduated in Telecom and Computer Sciences from Centrale-Supélec, and in Sociology from Sciences-Po, in Paris. When he doesn’t write research on the next technology disruption, Pierre develops his own machine learning algorithms and spends time at sea or in the mountains with his wife and five kids.

pierre@newstreetresearch.com
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James Ratzer heads up the European Communication Services research team and was one of the initial founding partners. Prior to helping found New Street Research, he led the Telecoms Research team at UBS, where the team was no. 1 ranked, and he was individually ranked as a number 1 analyst. Away from the office, James is a keen cyclist.

james@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9125

Russell is a founding partner of New Street Research. He started his career at UBS Warburg, and was a member of the telecoms equity research team (with fellow New Street partners: James Ratzer, Soomit Datta and Charlie Gaynor) that was ranked No.1 in Extel and was ranked No.2 in the Institutional Investor survey.

russell@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9127

Soomit Datta heads up the Latin American TMT coverage at New Street. Prior to joining in 2004, Soomit was part of the no1. ranked European telecoms team at UBS covering the Nordic region. When not conducting on the ground research on the beaches around Rio, he spends his free time as a part time taxi driver for his young family.

soomit@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9128

Ben is a member of the European Communication Research Team. Prior to joining New Street Research Ben worked as a consultant to the telecoms industry, advising on spectrum auctions, corporate finance and regulatory matters. Ben has an MPhys degree from the University of Oxford. In his spare time Ben enjoys making gnocchi and websites.

ben.rickett@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9123

Jonathan Chaplin leads the US Communications Services research team.  Prior to joining NSR he led the Telecom, Cable & Satellite research teams at Credit Suisse and JPMorgan where he was recognized as a top ranked analyst and stock picker by Institutional Investor, the Wall Street Journal and Forbes.  When he isn’t analyzing the telecom industry, Jonathan is often disconnected from all networks, in remote parts of the world, climbing mountains.

jonathan.chaplin@newstreetresearch.com
+1 212 921 9876

Blair Levin is the Policy Advisor to New Street Research. Prior to joining New Street, Blair spent a decade practicing law. He then served as Chief of Staff to FCC Chairman Reed Hundt (1993-1997), directed the writing of the United States National Broadband Plan (2009-2010), and was a policy analyst for the equity research teams at Legg Mason and Stifel Nicolaus. Barron’s Magazine noted that his work, "has always been on top of developing trends and policy shifts in media and telecommunications … and has proved visionary in getting out in front of many of today's headline making events." Former FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler also praised his work, noting “no one’s done more to advance broadband expansion and competition through the vision of the National Broadband Plan.” Blair is also a Senior Non-Resident Fellow at the Metropolitan Policy Project at the Brookings Institute and has been involved with a number of pro bono projects including working with the World Bank and UNHCR to create a Global Broadband Plan for Refugees, and working with the National Urban League to produce a Digital Equity and Inclusion Agenda. blair.levin@newstreetresearch.com +1 240 401 0473

Matt Perault is currently the director of the Center on Technology Policy at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, a professor of the practice at UNC’s School of Information and Library Science, and a consultant on technology policy issues. He previously led the Center on Science & Technology Policy at Duke University and was an associate professor of the practice at Duke’s Sanford School of Public Policy. Before that, Matt worked for more than eight years at Facebook, where he served as the head of the global policy development team, leading the company's policy work on issues ranging from antitrust to law enforcement and human rights. He also oversaw public policy on emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and virtual reality. In July 2019, he testified in Congress on the competitiveness of the technology sector. He has written extensively on a wide variety of subjects involving technology policy. Prior to joining Facebook, Matt was Counsel at the Congressional Oversight Panel. Matt holds a law degree from Harvard Law School, a Master’s degree in Public Policy from the Sanford School of Public Policy at Duke University, and a Bachelor’s degree in political science from Brown University.

José is a seasoned telco professional with extensive international and multidisciplinary experience. Prior to joining NSR, he worked for 9 years at Telefónica's B2B division. In 2018, José joined Altman Solon,  acquiring relevant expertise across data center, fiber and wireless technologies. José earned a B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Telecommunications Engineering from University of Seville and holds an MBA from the Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. When he’s not advising clients, José manages a boutique olive farm dedicated to the production of extra virgin olive oil.

Phil is an associate on the US Communications Services team. Prior to joining NSR, he worked as a global macroeconomic forecaster after completing his BA at Columbia University. Philip.Burnett@newstreetresearch.com +1 646 681 4603

Vikash Harlalka is a member of the US Communications Services team. Prior to joining NSR, Vikash was a part of highly ranked research teams covering Cable, Media and Telecom at Evercore ISI and Citigroup. Vikash is a Chartered Accountant, holds an MBA from IIM Ahmedabad and is a CFA Charterholder. He used to be passionate about International Cinema and Gaming before he had a son and now enjoys playing cricket/baseball with him. vikash.harlalka@newstreetresearch.com +1 201 936 2568

Iain is the founder of New Street Research and the Senior Partner in London; he contributes to the Asian research product. Before establishing New Street, Iain was the Global Head of Telecom Research at J.P.Morgan and the no.1 ranked I.I. analyst. Whilst his colleagues enjoy energetic pursuits in their leisure time, Iain’s interests lie indoors: the arts, wine and Scottish Reeling.

iain@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9124

Chris has been with New Street since 2006, leading our coverage of EM Telecom Services, with a particular focus on Asia and EMEA. He was previously an MD with Dresdner Kleinwort Wasserstein and co-head of their highly ranked European telecom team. Chris can often be found in Marrakech, tending his olive trees and mixing negronis.

chris@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9130

David joined New Street Research in 2014, to work within the Asian Communication Services research team. Prior to joining New Street Research he worked for AXA IM in the European cross-border fund marketing team and for Tikehau IM as a credit analyst in Paris. Outside of work he enjoys sports and especially football. david@newstreetresearch.com +44 20 7375 9147

Pierre Ferragu heads up the Global Technology Infrastructure research team. Prior to joining New Street Research, Pierre spent over ten years at Bernstein, covering Telecom Equipment, Data Networking, Cybersecurity, Semiconductor, and Semiconductor Capital Equipment. He has been recognized multiple years as the #1-ranked analyst in surveys by Institutional Investors, Extel, Thomson Reuters, and Greenwich Associates. Prior to Bernstein, Pierre was a principal at BCG, and graduated in Telecom and Computer Sciences from Centrale-Supélec, and in Sociology from Sciences-Po, in Paris. When he doesn’t write research on the next technology disruption, Pierre develops his own machine learning algorithms and spends time at sea or in the mountains with his wife and five kids.

pierre@newstreetresearch.com
+1 646 681 4616

Rolf is a member of our Technology Infrastructure team, and is based in London. Prior to joining New Street Research, Rolf worked in Pierre’s #1-ranked Telecom Equipment and Semiconductors team at Bernstein. He also has previous experience in banking and brokerage at KAS Bank in Amsterdam and Neonet Securities in Stockholm. Rolf holds a MSc in Finance from the Stockholm School of Economics and a BA in Business from Rotterdam Business School. Rolf is passionate about the potential of space industry, and enjoys skiing and diving.

rolf@newstreetresearch.com
+44 207375 9118

Antoine is a member of our Technology Infrastructure team, and is based in London. Prior to joining New Street Research, Antoine worked on designing and deploying high performance computing applications in a range topics, including computer vision, consumer analytics and finance. Antoine holds a Masters of Engineering from CentraleSupélec, where he acquired scientific skills in advanced computer systems, mathematics, as well as theoretical physics and mechanics. He also went to Cornell University to conduct research at the Computer Science department. Antoine is passionate about A.I. and enjoys flying planes.

antoine@newstreetresearch.com
+44 207375 9126

Ben is a member of our Technology Infrastructure team, and is based in London. Prior to joining New Street Research, Ben worked in Pierre’s #1-ranked Telecom Equipment and Semiconductors team at Bernstein. Ben holds a MEng in Chemical Engineering from the University of Birmingham. In his spare time, Ben enjoys playing sports and travelling to explore different cultures.

Derek is a member of our Technology Infrastructure team, and is based in New York City. Prior to joining New Street Research, Derek was a quantitative analyst at Benetin Technologies and prior to that he worked as an Equity Trading and Quant product controller at Deutsche Bank. Derek holds a BS in Finance from Rutgers Business School and has completed course work towards an MBA at Cornell University. Derek is passionate about engaging with the less fortunate and enjoys collecting sports cards.

derek@newstreetresearch.com
+1 646 681 4638

Piyush is a member of our Technology Infrastructure team and is based in our London office. He joined New Street Research as a post graduate from Imperial College London. Piyush holds a MSc in Finance from Imperial College London and a BA in Economics from the University of Cambridge, Downing College. He enjoys playing football and cycling.   Piyush@newstreetresearch.com +44 207375 9126

Charlie is a member of the 3 strong Telecoms Sales Team working out of London, and since New Street’s beginnings has brought long standing Global Telecoms sales experience to the firm, working previously at UBS’s & JP Morgan’s ranked Telecoms Teams. Occasionally Charlie will join James Ratzer out cycling but prefers walking uphill on skis.

charlie@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9121

Steven has more than 15 years experience, working previously at Goldman and Merrill, and most recently Deutsche where he managed a team. Away from the office, he endures surfing in cold conditions.

steven.perez@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9112

Mark has over 25 years Equity Sales experience most recently as a Managing Director at Bernstein Research. Prior to this Mark has worked on the Pan-European Sales desks at Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley and HSBC James Capel, both in London and New York. He has been deal-captain on a number of Telecom sector IPO and secondary market transactions. Outside the office, Mark is a volunteer rugby coach.   mark@newstreetresearch.com +44 207 375 9115

Dimitri has 25 years Equity Sales experience most recently as a Managing Director at Bernstein Research. Prior to this Dimitri worked as Global Sales at Merill Lynch, HSBC and BNPParibas. Outside the office, Dimitri is a keen globetrotter and adventurous scuba diver.   dimitri@newstreetresearch.com +44 7825 347034  

Ethan has 20 years covering TMT as an II Ranked HY TMT analyst, as well as a Cable/Satellite Equity analyst, then four years as the number one ranked TMT Specialty Salesperson on the street at BAML, prior to joining New Street.

ethan.lacy@newstreetresearch.com
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Zach spent 15 years in institutional equity sales at Lehman, JPMorgan & UBS prior to joining New Street. When not advising clients, Zach can be found at an ice rink, a lacrosse field, or cheering on anything associated with the University of Michigan—Go Blue!

zach.monsma@newstreetresearch.com
+1 212 921 7729

Dan Gilroy joined New Street in April 2019. Previously, Dan worked for Stephens, CLSA, Vertical Research and Strategas Research where he gained experience in domestic and global equities. Away from the office, Dan can be found cheering on all New England sports teams, powering through a HIIT workout class, checking off locations on his travel list, and most importantly fundraising for a local Breast Cancer Foundation in his home state of Rhode Island. Dan graduated from Northeastern University in 2010 with a degree in Economics.

daniel.gilroy@newstreetresearch.com
+1 646 647 8361

Michael Chambers is responsible for building out the Asia-Pacific business for New Street Research. Now based in Singapore, Michael has worked for 26 years in Asia in Indonesia, Korea and Singapore. Prior to joining New Street Research, Michael worked for over 11 years at regional broker, CLSA, where he was a top ranked analyst and sales person before running the Korean business from 2008. In his spare time, Michael is raising two teenage daughters, which is a full time job in itself. michael@newstreetresearch.com +65 6832 5516

Mikhail serves as the Head of IT and Operations for New Street Research. Prior to joining New Street, he was responsible for IT at Downtown Music Holdings, helping the company grow rapidly. Mikhail graduated from Stevens Institute of Technology with an Electrical Engineering degree and has been working in technology ever since. During his free time he enjoys cooking, exercising and spending time with his two-legged and four-legged kids.

Brian joined New Street Research in 2018 as Controller. Brian brings to New Street over 20 years of comprehensive financial management expertise within the financial services industry.  Prior to New Street, he served as Vice President – Finance at Cain Brothers & Company LLC in New York. brian.nash@newstreetresearch.com +1 929 358 7443

Previously at HSBC, having worked at UBS and in private equity.

maria@newstreetresearch.com
+44 20 7375 9140

Joanna spent 25 years in various roles at Morgan Stanley with her last role there supporting the Media Equity Research sector Managing Director and his team. Her background encompasses Equity Research, Operations and Facilities within financial services, and during the 2020 pandemic she worked in a role providing support to the Founding Partner and Clinical Director at Penrose Health. Joanna has a keen interest in fine wine and is a Chevalier of the Clos du Vougeot in Burgundy. joanna@newstreetresearch.com +44 20 7375 9111

Jaslin joined New Street Research Singapore in Feb 2016. She has over 15 years of experience in office administration and PA support.

jaslin@newstreetresearch.com
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Audra Martin is the executive assistant/office manager in the New York office. Previously, she worked as an executive assistant for Stryker Fuels in Houston, Hunter Advisors in NYC, and for Chanterelle, the renowned NYC restaurant. She is fluent in Italian, and is a published author. She enjoys traveling the Mediterranean with her husband and two children.   audra.martin@newstreetresearch.com  +1 646 681 4604