Jimmy Butts is the Chief Investment Strategist for Maximum Profit and Top Stock Advisor, and a regular contributor to StreetAuthority Insider. Prior to joining StreetAuthority, Jimmy came from the financial services and banking industry where he worked as a Financial Advisor. There he specialized in providing customized retirement solutions for individuals. Jimmy graduated from Boise State University with a degree in business administration and finance. He also spent multiple years studying language, international business and finance in both Germany and Buenos Aires, Argentina. He currently holds his series 6, 63, 65 and 26 securities license. When he's not combing through financial statements or reading about finance, Jimmy enjoys being outdoors.