Andrea Parker, Cfip, Ctp
About Andrea Parker, Cfip, Ctp
Andrea Parker serves as the VP, Senior Portfolio Manager, and Investment Officer at The Family Office at Synovus, managing approximately $600 million in fixed-income assets and overseeing alternative hedge and private equity funds totaling around $220 million. She has been with Synovus since 1997 and is also involved in promoting core values through her role on the Family Office Values Committee.
Work at Synovus
Andrea Parker has been with Synovus since 1997, starting her career as a Research Associate at Synovus Securities, Inc. She progressed to the role of Fixed Income Trader from 1999 to 2006. Since 2006, she has served as the VP, Senior Portfolio Manager & Investment Officer for The Family Office at Synovus. In this capacity, she manages approximately $600 million in fixed-income assets and assists in managing nine proprietary alternative hedge and private equity funds with around $220 million in assets. Parker also contributes to the organization by authoring fixed-income and economic market commentary.
Education and Expertise
Andrea Parker holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration (BSBA) with a focus on Finance and Investments from Xavier University. Her educational background provides a solid foundation for her expertise in portfolio management and investment strategies. Parker's qualifications are further enhanced by her certifications as a Certified Financial Investment Professional (Cfip) and a Certified Treasury Professional (Ctp), which underscore her proficiency in financial management and investment practices.
Background
Andrea Parker has over two decades of experience in the finance and investment sector. She began her career in 1997 at Synovus and has since held various roles that have contributed to her extensive knowledge in fixed-income assets and alternative investments. Parker has played a significant role in auditing hedge and private equity funds and has been instrumental in launching a Private Equity Women’s Fund aimed at engaging women investors within The Family Office.
Achievements
In her role at Synovus, Andrea Parker has successfully managed substantial assets, including approximately $600 million in fixed-income investments and $220 million in alternative hedge and private equity funds. She has led the launch of a Private Equity Women’s Fund, serving as the main advisor, which reflects her commitment to promoting diversity in investment opportunities. Additionally, Parker serves as an advisor and member of the Family Office Values Committee, where she promotes the organization's core values.