
Akaash P.
5.0
(35)
12,527 min coaching
Land Your Dream Investment Banking Role | Ex-Lazard & $500M Growth Fund

Supercoach

Studied at University of Texas at Austin

Worked at Lazard
Successful clients at
Available tomorrow at 12:00 AM UTC
Usually responds within 5 hours
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Akaash's Coaching Offerings

Nail the Banking Interviews
Crush the interview through drills, frameworks, mock interviews, and more.
Starting at $6655h+ of coaching

Land Top Banking Interviews
Tailored guidance on networking, firm selection, resumes, and more.
Starting at $6655h+ of coaching

Land a Top Banking Offer: Start-to-Finish
Expert help on everything from getting the interview to landing the offer.
Starting at $1,26010h+ of coaching
Custom hourly · $140/hr
Get help with Skill Building, LinkedIn Review, and .
Akaash’s Investment Banking Qualifications
Coaches professionally
Experience level: Analyst
40+ people coached for Investment Banking
Akaash has helped clients get into these companies:
With direct investment banking and investing experience across multiple sectors, I bring a well-rounded perspective to help you target and excel in specialized groups. At Lazard, I worked directly on Media & Telecommunications mandates, gaining firsthand exposure to the strategic and financial nuances of the industry. I also supported several Restructuring (RX) engagements during my internship, giving me practical experience with distressed situations and debt advisory, and I’ve since helped clients successfully place into top restructuring groups at elite boutiques. In addition, I gained Financial Institutions Group (FIG) experience through my work on an insurance-focused private equity investment, developing a strong understanding of how investors and banks evaluate capital-intensive, regulated businesses. Beyond traditional coverage groups, I’ve recruited for and coached candidates into Energy investment banking, having gone through the Houston recruiting process myself and understanding both the technical depth and industry-specific expectations of those roles. I also bring experience in Software, having worked on a growth-stage software investment and successfully coached multiple clients into leading software-focused growth equity and private equity firms. This cross-sector exposure allows me to provide tailored coaching not only on technical and market-specific preparation, but also on how to differentiate yourself for specialized groups. Whether you are targeting Media & Telecom, FIG, Energy, Software, or Restructuring, I can help you craft a compelling story, sharpen your technicals, and position yourself as a top candidate.
Akaash can help with:
Skill Building
LinkedIn Review
Investment Banking Strategy
Financial Modeling
Promotion Strategy
Valuation
Resume Review
Networking Strategy
Due Diligence
Mergers & Acquisitions
Financial Analysis
Salary Negotiation
Technical Interview Prep
Behavioral Interview Prep
Akaash also coaches for Private Equity, Corporate Development, and College. View all.
About Akaash
This year alone, Akaash has helped clients land Investment Banking roles at Moelis, Ducera, LionTree, and Jefferies; Private Equity and Growth Equity roles at General Atlantic, FTV Capital, and Gauge Capital; and Consulting roles at Bain & Company. Akaash Parimeru is a seasoned finance professional with deep experience across investment banking, private equity, and corporate development. He began his career at Lazard Frères & Co. in New York, working on high-stakes M&A and restructuring mandates, before joining a newly formed $500M private equity fund as an early hire on the investment team. Across his career, Akaash has executed over $600M in sell-side M&A and private equity transactions, giving him firsthand insight into what top firms look for in candidates. Now based in Dallas, he most recently served as Director of Corporate Development at a leading physician practice management roll-up, where he led strategic acquisitions and growth initiatives. Akaash specializes in helping candidates break into Investment Banking, Private Equity, and Corporate Development roles through practical, outcomes-driven coaching. He provides hands-on guidance across every stage of the process—from resume and story crafting to advanced technical prep, mock interviews, and offer negotiation—ensuring his clients stand out and secure top-tier job offers.
Why do I coach?
I coach because I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative power of mentorship in my own personal and professional growth. I understand the challenges of breaking into competitive fields and aim to help others overcome those hurdles with actionable advice and personalized feedback. Whether it’s refining a resume, preparing for interviews, or planning career moves, I’m eager to help others reach their goals and unlock their potential.
Work Experience
Director of Growth Strategy
U.S. Dermatology Partners
2023 - 2025
Led M&A for a specialty physician practice management company with over 100 clinical locations across 8 states.
Growth Equity
Braemont Capital
2021 - 2023
Private investment firm focused on building high-growth founder-led companies with flexible, long-term capital in partnership with its Entrepreneur & Family Office network.

Investment Banking
Lazard
2019 - 2021
Provided M&A advisory services to public and private companies across Telecommunications, Media, and Information Services sectors.
Akaash was also given offers to work at
RBC Capital Markets
J.P. Morgan
PJT Partners
Citigroup
Guggenheim Partners
Houlihan Lokey
Ares Management
Centerbridge Partners
Education

University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
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Akaash has helped clients get into these companies: