Thomas Wilkes
Managing Director and Consumer Sector Head at Suvretta Capital Management, LLC
About
Thomas Wilkes is the Managing Director and Consumer Sector Head at Suvretta Capital Management, LLC, based in New York, NY. In this role, he leads investment strategy and research for the firm’s consumer sector, overseeing portfolio management, idea generation, and sector-specific risk analysis. His responsibilities include identifying compelling long and short investment opportunities within consumer-related equities and coordinating with the broader investment team to execute sector strategies.
Wilkes specializes in the consumer sector, focusing on industries such as retail, consumer products, food & beverage, and related sub-sectors. His expertise lies in fundamental equity analysis, sector positioning, and developing differentiated investment perspectives across various consumer asset classes. He is known for his deep understanding of sector trends, competitive dynamics, and value drivers within the consumer landscape, positioning Suvretta to capitalize on shifting market conditions.
Before joining Suvretta Capital Management, Wilkes held senior investment roles at other leading asset management firms, bringing extensive experience in equity research and portfolio management. While his specific educational background and previous positions are not publicly detailed in available sources, his significant sector impact is evident from his leadership position and strong industry reputation. Wilkes’s contributions include shaping consumer sector strategies and delivering robust investment performance for Suvretta’s clients.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details | 
|---|---|---|---|
| Suvretta Capital Management | Managing Director and Consumer Sector Head | May 2019 to Present | — | 
| Surveyor Capital | Senior Analyst | May 2015 to Jan 2019 | — | 
| Axial Capital Management, LP | Senior Analyst | Jul 2008 to Dec 2013 | — | 
| Societe Generale Corporate & Investment Banking | Analyst | Nov 2004 to Jul 2008 | — | 
Education
University of Virginia
1998 — 2002
Woodberry Forest School
1994 — 1998
Others at Suvretta Capital Management, LLC (8)
| Name | Role | Location | 
|---|---|---|
| AAleksandr Rabodzey | Managing Director | Menlo Park, CA , United States | 
| Analyst | United States | |
| Managing Director | New York, NY , United States | |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| DDavid F. | Analyst | — | 
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Analyst | New York, NY , United States | |
| Capital Markets and Trading and Research Analyst | New Canaan, CT , United States |