Nora Holbrook
Break Into Private Equity With a Former BDT & MSD Associate's Guidance
Harvard Business School
BDT & MSD
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Hi! I’m Nora, and I’m so excited to help with preparation for investment banking and private equity interviews, as well as MBA applications. My approach is supportive, practical, and highly tailored, so that you fully understand the questions you are answering and what the interviewer is hoping to learn from you. I’ve spent years in investment banking and private equity, and love helping people sharpen their stories, technical skills, and confidence. Teaching has also always been a big part of what I enjoy: in college, I spent three years as an economics TA and tutor. Whether you’re starting from scratch or finalizing your prep, I’m excited to help you put your best foot forward!
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Work with Nora
Nora’s Private Equity Qualifications
Experience level: Associate
With a robust background in private equity and investment banking, I bring a wealth of experience to help you navigate the competitive landscape of private equity careers. As a Private Equity Associate at BDT & MSD, I led valuation and financial modeling efforts across a variety of sectors, and was selected to train new analysts and interns, showcasing my commitment to developing talent. My time as an Investment Banking Analyst at Lazard also honed my skills in the Consumer & Retail sector. Whether you're looking to break into private equity or advance your career, I'm here to provide tailored guidance and support. Let's connect and chart your path to success!
Nora can help with:
AI Deck Building
AI Financial Modeling
Behavioral Interview Prep
Due Diligence
Financial Analysis
Financial Modeling
Investment Evaluation
Private Equity Strategy
Resume Review
Skill Building
Technical Interview Prep
Work Experience
Private Equity Associate
BDT & MSD
August 2022 - June 2025
Interviewer
Led valuation, financial modeling, and business diligence on prospective investments. Selected by professional development committee to lead training for new analysts and interns.
Investment Banking - Analyst
Lazard
August 2020 - June 2022
Investment Banking analyst on Consumer & Retail team.
Summer Investment Banking Analyst
Lazard
June 2019 - August 2019
Teaching Assistant
Georgetown University
September 2017 - April 2020
Teaching Assistant for Introduction to Microeconomics Principles class. Teach weekly recitation sections, hold office hours, and grade assignments.
Education
Harvard Business School
Master of Business Administration - MBA
2025 - 2027
McDonough School of Business (Georgetown)
Bachelor's Degree, Edmund A. Walsh School of Foreign Service, Major: International Economics | Minors: Arabic, Global Business
2016 - 2020
Activities and societies: Global Business Fellowship, Georgetown Collegiate Investors, DC Reads, NAIMUN, GU Program Board Relevant Coursework: Accounting, Intermediate Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Economic Statistics, International Finance, International Trade
Nora also coaches for MBA and Investment Banking. View all.