Peter Weidner

Biography

Peter Weidner is a senior portfolio manager and head of the Systematic Edge Equity team at Allspring Global Investments. The team is composed of investment professionals who focus on researching, designing, and managing equity portfolios by blending quantitative tools and fundamental analysis. Peter joined Allspring from its predecessor firm, Wells Fargo Asset Management (WFAM). Prior to joining the team, he served as head of factor solutions for the WFAM Multi-Asset Solutions team. Peter has extensive experience in building and managing factor-based portfolios within equities; fixed income; foreign exchange; and environmental, social, and governance. Prior to joining the firm, he worked as head of advanced beta at Schroders and earlier he served as a partner and portfolio manager at Auriel Capital. Earlier positions include roles at the University of Florida Investment Corporation and Deutsche Asset Management. Peter began his investment industry career in 2004. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics and a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Florida.