
Deji A.
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Search Fund Expert | From Thesis to Close | Stanford GSB
Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
Works at Zeus Global
Available tomorrow at 7:00 PM UTC
Usually responds within 48 hours
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Deji's Coaching Offerings
Define Your Investment Thesis
Build a compelling roadmap that attracts investors and guides your search
$1,662.505h of coaching
Build Your Investor Outreach Materials
Equip yourself with the tools to raise capital effectively
$1,662.505h of coaching
Craft Your Acquisition Financial Model
Build the financial model that drives smart deal decisions
$1,662.505h of coaching
Custom hourly · $350/hr
Get help with Deal Sourcing, Due Diligence, and .
Deji’s Search Fund & ETA Qualifications
Experience level: Executive
10+ people coached for Search Fund & ETA
I help aspiring entrepreneurs successfully navigate the Search Fund and ETA journey — from refining your thesis and sourcing high-quality deals to raising capital, running diligence, and closing with confidence. Whether you're pursuing a traditional or self-funded path, I coach searchers on how to evaluate businesses, craft investor-ready materials, and execute like an operator-in-waiting. As the Founder of Zeus Global, I’ve lived the path firsthand — launching a PE platform, sourcing proprietary deals, and leading end-to-end M&A processes across vertical SaaS and tech-enabled services. I’ve raised capital from family offices, PE firms, and strategic partners while managing every stage of the transaction, including modeling, legal structuring, and post-close value creation. My earlier experience includes investing roles at LeapFrog Investments, the Africa Finance Corporation, and a $5B family office. I hold an MBA from Stanford GSB. I’ve coached first-time searchers, career switchers, and non-traditional candidates — with a particular focus on helping them develop conviction, tell a differentiated story, and build trust with capital partners.
Deji can help with:
Deal Sourcing
Due Diligence
Investment Analysis
Industry & Company Targeting
Thesis Development
Process Roadmap
Operational Strategy & Support
Board & Investor Management
Funding Strategy
Investor Selection
Deji also coaches for MBA, Private Equity, and Career Coaching. View all.
Work Experience

Founder & Managing Partner
Zeus Global
November 2024 - Present
Technology investment firm targeting global middle market control and strategic growth investment opportunities.

Principal
George Kaiser Family Foundation
2021 - 2024
Head of Growth & Middle-Market Private Equity for $5B Family Office

Private Equity
Leapfrog Investments
2020 - 2020

Growth Equity
FullCycle Climate Partners
2020 - 2020

Private Equity
Africa Finance Corporation
2018 - 2019
Asset Manager
ExxonMobil
2013 - 2018
Associate
General Electric
2012 - 2013
Associate
Schlumberger
2010 - 2012
Education

Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
2021
Covenant University
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
2010
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