Thomas Cook

Thomas Cook serves as the AVP and Head of Trading at Cramer Rosenthal McGlynn, LLC, a well-established investment management firm based in New York, NY. In this role since 1996, he is responsible for overseeing equity trading operations and implementing the firm's trading strategies to ensure best execution for client portfolios. Cook collaborates closely with CRM's investment team, supporting portfolio managers across multiple value-focused strategies primarily within U.S. equity markets.

During his career at CRM, Cook has developed substantial expertise in trading mid-cap and small-cap equities, which are core asset classes for the firm's investment products. His role centers on facilitating transactions in sectors such as financials, industrials, technology, consumer, and healthcare as part of CRM's value-oriented investment approach. Cook's tenure reflects deep experience in navigating complex market environments and adapting trading processes to evolving regulatory landscapes.

Cook holds an Accounting degree from the Fordham Gabelli School of Business and is a graduate of St Francis Prep. His rigorous background in accounting underpins his analytical skills and contributes to his effectiveness in managing risk and liquidity for equity portfolios. With nearly three decades at CRM, Cook is recognized for his reliability, trading expertise, and long-standing contribution to advancing the firm's execution capabilities in specialized equity segments.