Sam S
Studied at Duke University
Works at Blue Owl Capital
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About Sam
I am a private credit investor with 8 years of buy-side experience spanning direct lending, opportunistic credit, and asset-backed finance. A Duke University graduate, my professional background includes roles at Blue Owl Capital and Arena Investors. I specialize in helping ambitious finance professionals master technical deal modeling, navigate complex credit agreements, and clear intense buy-side interview processes.
Why do I coach?
I coach because breaking into private credit shouldn't feel like a black box. Having sat on both sides of the interview table, I want to give candidates the exact technical toolkit, modeling frameworks, and insider insights they need to stand out and land elite buy-side roles.
Work Experience
Investment Professional
Blue Owl Capital
September 2021 - Present
Interviewer
Corporate credit and structured equity investing in technology-related businesses
Investment Associate
Arena Investors, LP
July 2018 - September 2021
Interviewer
Asset-backed and special situations credit investing
Education
Duke University
Economics (B.S.), Classical Languages (B.A.), Master’s in Econometrics & Statistics
Honors Distinction Duke Business Society | Duke Behavioral Science Unit | DukeEngage
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Overall Rating
5.0
Sam has helped Leland clients get into Duke University