Stephens Inc. is expanding its Equity Capital Markets division by hiring new equity research analysts and elevating experienced talent from within. The recent hiring and promotion include Brett Huff returning to Equity Research, Daniel Imbro shifting sector focus, Kyle Joseph joining as Managing Director, Jeff Lick demonstrating commitment to Consumer & Automotive Ecosystem research, Melissa Roberts providing Strategic Opportunities research, and Pooran Sharma specializing in Food, Agribusiness, and Grocery/C-store sectors.