Jim Powell has an extensive background in both the sciences and finance which has made his market analysis and timely stock selections highly valued among both private and professional investors for over 25 years. Before starting his current newsletter, Growth Stock Alert, Jim was the research director of the popular investment service, ValuTALK which was distributed worldwide on CD and audio cassette tape. Jim is also the founding editor of the investment newsletters, High Tech Investor , Technology Stock News, and the Physicians Financial Advisor.

Jim is the author of two books, The Dow Jones Irwin Guide to High Tech Investing and Super Investment Trends: Cashing in on the Dynamic '90s. He has also produced a number of Consumer Guides® for non-professional investors including, Best Rated Investments from $1,000 to $10,000 and the always popular series, Where To Put Your Investments In (current year). Additionally, Jim has contributed to many popular periodicals including USA Today, Business Week, and Time.

Jim Powell is also an accomplished public speaker. Since 1983, he has been a frequent contributor to the annual New Orleans Investment Conference where he presents his Top Picks For The New Year and holds workshops for investors.

In addition to his publications and public presentations, Jim Powell provides specialized investment services to private clients through his firm, James B. Powell and Associates.