Tarik Turner

Background

About Tarik Turner

I am a financial professional and a basketball analyst with a proven track record of success. I am also committed to helping professionals from underserved communities thrive. I spent the past 15 plus years providing clients with superior service on the cash-trading desk. I have cultivated deep relationships with traders, PM’s, and analysts at some of the largest hedge funds and mutual funds around the globe. I have an extensive track record of delivering high-quality execution results, leadership, and astute market analysis across sell-side firms. My extensive experience in US markets has allowed me to navigate the ever-changing economic landscape and I am able to adapt to numerous scenarios regardless of market conditions. I have a well-rounded approach to any trade and always aim to ensure my clients trust by producing quality results. I am a Managing Director (MD) in the US Equities department at AllianceBernstein (AB), and I have been instrumental in developing new business opportunities and partnerships that have generated significant revenue and market share gains. Prior to joining AB, I was a MD at Cantor Fitzgerald, and part of a core leadership team that was responsible for expanding institutional client relationships. During my career at Macquarie, I ranked as the top producer in US Equity Product. I began my career in sales trading at Friedman Billings Ramsey in 2005. I am an experienced broadcaster/ basketball analyst with Fox Sports and CBS Sports. My role is to provide analysis during games. I serve as an expert commentator for all live action as well as highlight shows and previews. While at St. John’s I was a four-year varsity athlete on the Men’s Basketball team and co-captain. I was awarded the scholar athlete of the year while leading the team to the NCAA Tournament. Throughout my professional career I have been committed to develop and execute strategies that increase representation, create a more equitable and inclusive environment for underrepresented groups in the workforce. I served as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and focused on building bridges between all levels. I am a driver of transformational change with a focus on accountability. At AB, I am currently the Co-chair of Black Employee Resource Group (BERG), which focuses on promoting the advancement of Black professionals, from recruitment, mentorship, and professional development. I serve as a member of the Board of Trustees for St. John’s University, and I am a board member for Team First a nonprofit program for youths from underserved communities.