Committed to making Delaware State University the most diverse, contemporary Historically Black College/University (HBCU) in America, Tony Allen became the University’s 12th President in January 2020. With a clear mission to increase educational access and opportunity for all, the University is among the most consequential institutions in the nation, serving 5,000 students in the United States and, via international partnerships, in 23 countries worldwide.
The 1890 Land-Grant institution is home to four academic colleges and a burgeoning graduate school and is completing the acquisition of nearby Wesley College.
Tony manages a $140 MM budget, a $23 MM research portfolio, and a $40 MM endowment. He previously served as the University’s Executive Vice President and Provost, where he oversaw 220 professors in 18 academic departments.
Prior to his time at the University, Tony developed and led the corporate reputation group at Bank of America and was responsible for ongoing reputation analysis and related research. Tony also led communications for the bank’s largest divisions, including Consumer, Commercial Banking, and Wealth Management. He started his financial services career as an Executive Vice President at MBNA America. Tony is the Founding President of the Metropolitan Wilmington Urban League, Co-founder of Public Allies Delaware, and Chair Emeritus of the National Urban Fellows, widely viewed as the most prestigious fellowship for professionals in the public sector. He is also a member of the Economic and Community Advisory Council for the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia.
Starting his career as speechwriter to then-United States Senator Joseph R. Biden, Jr., Tony was tapped by the President- to lead the Presidential Inaugural Committee and to serve on the Advisory Board of the President’s Transition Team.
For his life’s work, Tony has been awarded many honors. Most notable among them is the Whitney M. Young Award for Advancing Racial Equality, the National Urban League’s highest honor; the Excellence in Education Award given by the Delaware Barristers Association; and Lifetime Achievement Awards from the National Urban Fellows and Public Allies.
Tony holds a B.A. in Political Science and a Ph.D. in Urban Affairs & Public Policy from the University of Delaware, as well as a Master of Public Administration from Baruch College (CUNY). He is the proud father of four fantastic children and life partner to his high school sweetheart, Ms. Tara Anderson.
What is Tony Allen's net worth?
The estimated net worth of Tony Allen is at least $8.46 thousand as of July 30th, 2025. Allen owns 8 shares of Graham stock worth more than $8,464 as of March 13th. This net worth approximation does not reflect any other investments that Allen may own. Learn More about Tony Allen's net worth.
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Has Tony Allen been buying or selling shares of Graham?
Tony Allen has not been actively trading shares of Graham during the last ninety days. Most recently, Tony Allen sold 7 shares of the business's stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 30th. The shares were sold at an average price of $942.89, for a transaction totalling $6,600.23. Following the completion of the sale, the director now directly owns 8 shares of the company's stock, valued at $7,543.12. Learn More on Tony Allen's trading history.
Who are Graham's active insiders?
Are insiders buying or selling shares of Graham?
In the last twelve months, insiders at the sold shares 1 times. They sold a total of 7 shares worth more than $6,600.23. The most recent insider tranaction occured on July, 30th when Director Tony Allen sold 7 shares worth more than $6,600.23. Insiders at Graham own 20.5% of the company.
Learn More about insider trades at Graham. Information on this page was last updated on 7/30/2025.
