Consumer >> Analyst Interviews >> November 2, 1998
DAVID P. RICCI is a Principal of William Blair & Company, L.L.C. where
he provides research coverage on 15 specialty retailers with emphasis on
home furnishings, books, jewelry, apparel, and non-store retailing.
Previously, he worked for 12 years in consumer products and retail,
including marketing and strategy positions at Proctor & Gamble, Bin &
Company, and Melville. A Chartered Financial Analyst, he received his
Sc.B. in applied mathematics and economics from Brown University and his
MBA from Harvard Business School. Mr. Ricci is married and thoroughly
enjoys spending his free time with his young son. Profile
follow?
Mr. Ricci: Sure, I follow several sectors, in no particular order.
First is home furnishings. That would
