Allen Coker

Allen Coker serves as a Senior Equity Analyst at Manning & Napier, based in NY, where he specializes in the consumer goods sector. In this role, he is responsible for evaluating companies, generating investment ideas, and making recommendations that drive portfolio construction, particularly focusing on trends affecting consumer discretionary and retail industries. His analysis covers business fundamentals, sector-specific risks, and strategic opportunities in the context of macroeconomic shifts, such as inflation and post-pandemic recovery.

Prior to joining Manning & Napier in 2013, Allen held key investment roles including Director of Investments at Mooring Financial Corporation and Associate at Sankaty Advisors, where he developed expertise in asset management and investment analysis across diverse industries. His experience encompasses both equity and fixed income strategies, with a consistent focus on fundamental company research and risk assessment.

Allen holds an MBA from Dartmouth College and a Bachelor of Arts in History from Williams College. Renowned for his sector expertise, he has contributed to Manning & Napier’s thought leadership by authoring insights on consumer market dynamics, inventory trends, and defensive positioning during economic cycles.