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Uptick One Man's Journey from Wall Street to Wine Country
Author: Steven M. Black, Linda Mead

With the continuing scrutiny of Wall Street and the forces that thrust the country into the Great Recession, Steven M. Black's business memoir, Uptick: One Man's Journey from Wall Street to Wine Country, is not only the story of one man's unrelenting pursuit of excellence, it is also a timely glimpse at the finance industry during the years lead... more »ing up to this difficult period in U.S. history--and a fascinating look at what is involved in starting a winery.In 1976 Steven M. Black reported for work as a clerk in the mailroom of New York City's Merrill Lynch, Pierce Fenner & Smith. The nineteen-year-old son of a pattern cutter in the garment district had no idea what a challenging and gratifying journey lay before him. All he knew was he didn't do well in school, had no college education, and was lucky to get that lowly starting position. He was eager to learn and determined to succeed, but it wouldn't be easy. Time and again he ran into a brick wall, because he didn't have a college education.It could be said that the finance industry was in its teen years then as well. Looking back, with the perspective of the seasoned operations executive he became, Black is amazed at the simplicity in the system of checks and balances that applied to the industry at that time. In many ways Wall Street and Black grew up together, and, during that journey, he developed a set of standards he now shares that can be applied to any career pursuit or business venture.After working thirty-plus years for securities firms, Black devoted his energies to preparing LPL Financial for its long-awaited IPO. Once the opening bell rang on November 18, 2010, investors took advantage of the highly anticipated stock offering, and Black knew he had done his job well.Ready for a new challenge, he retired from the industry at the age of fifty-three. Fortunately, his wife, Robin, also an alumnus of Wall Street--possessed his same intelligence, energy, business acumen and interest in a family venture. After years of discussing their interest in wine, they purchased a home in California's Sonoma County and launched their family business, UPTick Vineyards, which today produces award-winning varietals.Perfect for students of the finance industry, fans of American dream stories, and those interested in the intricacies of wine production.Includes extensive list of News and Events between 1970 and 2014 that impacted the U.S. and/or world economy; Steve Black's Guidelines for Success, Steve Black's Standards List and Dow Jones Industrial Milestones from 1972-2013.

ISBN-13: 9780692270165
ISBN-10: 0692270167
Publication Date: 11/18/2014
Pages: 236
Edition: First
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Publisher: RSB Publishing, LLC
Book Type: Hardcover
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