With over two decades of experience in global grains, oilseeds, vegetable oils, and soft commodities, Allan Perk serves as Trading Director at VAIT. He brings a unique combination of commercial leadership and quantitative trading expertise, integrating data-driven strategies with deep market insight to enhance decision-making and profitability.

At VAIT, Allan Perk leads the trading business with a focus on strengthening market access, expanding origination, and optimizing hedging strategies across physical and derivatives markets. His approach combines disciplined risk management with a strategic vision for growth and innovation.

After holding senior roles at Louis Dreyfus Company, Noble Group, Cumulus Funds, and Mera Group, Allan Perk has built extensive experience across Europe, the Americas, and Asia. He holds a Master’s in Investment Management from Bayes Business School (London) and a Bachelor’s in Agricultural and Industrial Engineering from the Federal University of São Carlos (Brazil). A CFA® charterholder, Allan Perk continues to drive analytical precision and a high-performance culture in global agri-trading.