Marek Hlinka

Marek Hlinka, CFA, is a Portfolio Manager at Clark Capital Management Group, based in Philadelphia, PA. He is responsible for managing the Navigator® SMID Cap Equity portfolio and conducts fundamental research, with a particular focus on stocks in the Technology and Communication sectors. His role centers on security selection and portfolio construction within small and mid-cap US equities, leveraging sector expertise to drive investment returns.

Prior to joining Clark Capital in 2016, Marek spent time as a Global Equity Analyst at Turner Investments where he covered a wide array of strategies, including long/short, market neutral, domestic long-only, emerging markets, and international equities. He began his career in 2008 in Private Wealth Management at Goldman Sachs, building a strong foundation in asset management and equity research.

Marek holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is an active member of the CFA Society of Philadelphia and the CFA Institute. He earned his B.S. in business administration from Drexel University with concentrations in finance, accounting, economics, and a minor in mathematics. With over a decade of industry experience and a specialized focus on technology and communication sectors, Marek is recognized for his analytical rigor and contributions to institutional investment management.