In the face of disaster, my mission is to empower clients to rebuild their lives through financial recovery, providing compliance and support every step of the way.

Allen Shank

Partner, Forensics Insurance & Federal Claims Services, Ernst & Young LLP

Passionate about financial recovery and helping clients navigate disasters. Family-oriented, nature lover and avid traveler. Committed to making a difference in my community.

Allen serves as a partner who is dedicated to financial recovery, assisting clients in navigating the complexities of disaster recovery through insurance claims and federal grants.

Previously, he was the Controller and Director of Finance, Accounting and Risk Management of a global client services firm. He first connected with this EY team as a client, helping his prior organization recover from multiple major hurricanes and cyber attacks.

With a background in insurance claims and federal grants, Allen has worked with state and local governments to recover financially by staying compliant with state and federal regulations.

Allen has bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Accounting from Southern Methodist University, equipping him with the skills necessary to make a meaningful impact in his field.

How Allen is shaping the future with confidence

Allen is committed to shaping the future with confidence by navigating clients through the process of recovering from disasters and rebuilding their lives. Through personalized support and guidance, he empowers individuals and communities by accessing vital resources. By fostering compliance and transparency, Allen helps create a resilient future for all.

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