Private Equity

I help ambitious professionals break into private equity — and convert interviews into offers — across growth equity and buyout roles. My approach goes well beyond traditional interview coaching: I work as a dedicated external PE preparation partner, helping candidates diagnose why they are not converting, sharpen their investor narrative, master technicals, develop stronger investment judgment, prepare deal discussions and case studies, and perform under pressure in live recruiting processes. Preparation is highly personalized and can include firm-specific interview strategy, custom technical and behavioral flashcards, realistic mock interviews, detailed written feedback, and targeted remediation between rounds. I bring the perspective of an active investor and deal practitioner. I’m the Founder of Zeus Global, an independent private equity platform where I lead transactions from sourcing and underwriting through diligence, structuring, capital formation, and post-close value creation, with a focus on software and tech-enabled services. Previously, I led growth and middle-market investing at a $5B family office and held investment roles at LeapFrog Investments and the Africa Finance Corporation. I earned my MBA from Stanford GSB. Having taken a non-traditional path into investing myself, I’m particularly effective with candidates moving from private credit, consulting, operating roles, engineering, or other adjacent backgrounds who need to translate strong experience into the judgment, technical fluency, and communication style expected of a private equity investor.

With a robust background in both investment banking and private equity, I have successfully navigated the competitive recruiting landscape to secure positions at top-tier firms like Lazard and a newly formed $500M private equity fund. I also recently served as Director of Growth Strategy at a leading PPM company, where I was instrumental in shaping strategic growth initiatives. As someone who has been through the rigorous recruiting process and emerged at the top of my field, I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals in private equity. My hands-on experience and deep understanding of what top firms are looking for will guide you through each step of the recruiting journey, from resume crafting to interview prep and offer negotiation. Whether you’re breaking into the industry or looking to advance your career, I’m here to provide actionable insights, personalized feedback, and a roadmap to success. Let’s work together to elevate your career and secure your next role in private equity.

Most recently, I spent several years as a Technology Investor on Summit Partners' flagship $10B Growth Equity fund, where I was promoted early. At Harvard, I taught 100+ undergraduates in the largest course on Venture Capital Investing.

Welcome to my profile! With 5 years in investment banking and private equity, I bring experience to help you navigate private equity and investment banking recruiting. I currently work as an Associate at Silver Lake in their New York office, following my tenure as an Investment Banking Associate and Analyst at Moelis & Company in their Los Angeles and New York offices where I was heavily involved in recruiting. Over the years, I've successfully coached many individuals, guiding them through the intricacies of private equity recruitment and helping them secure positions at top firms. I served as a Director of Mentorship at Trojan Investing Society (USC's largest finance organization), where I mentored a cohort of 30 students navigating investment banking recruiting. I also was a Peer Career Advisor at USC's Career Services Center where I guided students through finance careers including investment banking and investing. Post-grad, I've also mentored individuals as part of SEO, Women in Network, and Synergist Network. Mentorship is a huge passion of mine given I would not be here without the help of my mentors! Whether you need assistance with interview strategy and preparation, technical concepts, resume / story refinement, or networking strategies, I'm here to provide tailored support to your needs. I'm well versed to talk about on cycle and off cycle recruiting (secured one UMM and two MF offers), recruiting across geographies (making the move east / west), along with general exit options / exit timing in banking (including staying on as A2A or doing a third year), and external resources or organizations you can join for more touchpoints with private equity firms. Let's connect and get started on your path to success in private equity!

I bring nearly a decade of experience across strategy consulting, investment banking and private equity, including roles at Bain, Barclays, Goldman Sachs, KKR Infrastructure and Apollo. I have worked on large and complex transactions across investing, M&A and capital markets, with experience spanning financial modelling, valuation, commercial and technical due diligence, investment committee materials, structuring, deal execution and portfolio management. Having recruited across banking and private equity myself, I understand both what top firms look for and how candidates are actually assessed. I can help with the full IB and PE recruiting process, from CV and positioning to technical preparation, investment cases, modelling tests, deal discussions and mock interviews with particular emphasis on helping candidates think and communicate like investors or financial advisors rather than simply memorise interview answers.

I've spent 10 years at Sixth Street across private credit and special situations, after starting my career with 2 years in restructuring at Houlihan Lokey. As a principal, I've been on the interviewing side of the table, evaluating candidates and making call decisions, so I know what actually gets people hired, not just the advice that sounds good online. I help candidates break into private credit and special situations by sharpening the things that matter most: a credible story, sound credit and structuring instincts, and interview answers that hold up under real scrutiny.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With a robust background in finance and private equity, I bring firsthand experience from top-tier firms like Blackstone and Evercore to help you navigate the competitive world of private equity. As a Private Equity Associate at Blackstone and a former Investment Banking Analyst at Evercore, I have developed a deep understanding of the industry and the skills needed to succeed. Whether you're preparing for interviews or seeking guidance on career progression, I'm here to provide tailored support. Let's connect and strategize your path to success in private equity!

I help students and young professionals break into investment banking, restructuring, private equity, and other highly competitive finance roles. My experience spans investment banking at J.P. Morgan and Moelis, where I advised on complex M&A, restructuring, and capital markets transactions, as well as investing roles at Carlyle and Neuberger Berman. Having sat on both the banking and investing sides of the table, I understand what top firms look for during recruiting and how candidates can distinguish themselves in competitive processes. Beyond my professional experience, I have spent years advising candidates on recruiting strategy, networking, interview preparation, technical concepts, and career decision-making. I particularly enjoy helping students navigate recruiting processes that can often feel opaque and overwhelming. Whether you are pursuing investment banking, restructuring, private equity, or another buy-side opportunity, my goal is to provide practical, actionable guidance that reflects how recruiting decisions are actually made and help you maximize your chances of securing your target offer.

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!

Making the jump into private equity is one of the most competitive moves in finance, but with the right preparation, you can stand out, and I’m here to help you get there. I started my career in investment banking at Houlihan Lokey, worked across advisory and growth equity at The Raine Group after my MBA at Columbia, and I’m now a Vice President at HarbourView Equity Partners. I’ve been through PE recruiting myself and now sit on the investing side, so I know exactly what firms look for in candidates. Whether you need help with modeling tests, case studies, deal discussions or telling your story, I’ll help you walk into interviews confident and thinking like an investor. Let’s connect!