I worked for two years at Morgan Stanley in the Tech Banking Group in NYC under Jeff Hoffmeister and Michael Grimes. I worked on a number of IPO and M&A opportunities and made a successful jump to a VC / GE job in NYC investing in Series A/B Tech companies

interviewed with and secured investment banking offers from six different banks, including both bulge bracket and prominent boutique firms, before starting my role as an analyst at Deutsche Bank. Following a year at Deutsche Bank, I transitioned to J.P. Morgan, where I dedicated four years to the M&A team, where I assessed numerous internship and full-time analyst and associate applications.

I have four years of Investment Banking experience, advising on M&A transactions at Rothschild & Co and Jefferies, where I also took part in recruiting. Now moving into Private Equity, I work with candidates across technical preparation, behavioral interviews, and resume development. Having been through the process myself — and having sat on the other side as an interviewer — I know how tough it can be to go through recruiting without real, honest advice. Coaching is my way of giving back to the community that supported me, and I tailor my approach to each candidate’s background, goals, and challenges. My focus is on helping candidates build strong technical foundations, tell their story with impact, and approach interviews with a clear understanding of what top firms are looking for.

Entering the competitive world of investment banking requires more than just academic achievements—it requires strategic planning, adept networking, and targeted action. As someone who secured 2 bulge bracket internship offers, attended multiple super days with both bulge bracket and elite boutique firms, and received full-time investment banking offers, I understand the ins and outs of this intensive process. Beyond my personal achievements, I served as the Head of the Investment Banking Group in UNC's Finance Society, where I reviewed resumes and coached dozens of students on how to break into banking. Whether it's crafting an impressive resume, acing behavioral interviews, or mastering the art of networking, I will provide you with the tailored strategies that helped me and countless others succeed. Let's together navigate the demanding path toward a successful career in investment banking. I'm here to equip you with the tools, strategies, and confidence you need to stand out in this dynamic field.

I have recruited for both investment banking and undergraduate private equity summer roles, starting my recruiting journey at community college while transferring and navigating the challenges of being an asylee without permanent status. I understand the difficulties of recruiting with a GPA of 3.33, limited industry knowledge, being a diversity candidate, feeling uncertain about how to stand out, and dealing with others' uncertainty about you. I am pleased with being able to land a 2025 Summer Analyst role at Barclays NY. Currently, I am a current student at BYU, majoring in Finance with a minor in Computer Science. My focus is not solely on helping you find your ideal career path, but on identifying the firm that aligns with your values, aptitude, and skills, where you will thrive and shine. I encourage you to think long-term about your goals and guide you in recognizing how to achieve them by understanding the different options and their associated risks and rewards. If you're unsure whether I'm the right fit for you, schedule a free introductory call, and let's chat about figuring this out.

Over the past five years I've mentored ~250 aspiring finance professionals in landing their dream job in banking and private equity. Working at an elite banking boutique and in tech private equity, I've helped lead student recruiting and learned what banks and PE firms are looking for. I can help you with every step in landing your dream IB / PE job. Behavioral: 1. Detailed "banking" resume review to help you stand out 2. LinkedIn auditing to make sure your first point of contact is glowing 3. Crafting a strategy for your banking story 4. Nailing "Why banking?" and other key behavioral questions 5. Guidance on selecting and negotiating offers Technical: 1. Reviewing technical key concepts bankers love to ask about 2. Technical mock interviews harder than anything you'll face in an interview 3. Paper LBO and 3-statement modeling Networking: 1. Establishing a personalized networking strategy 2. Holding accountability for outreach 3. World-class email templates and trackers to keep you organized

I’m a non-target success story who beat the odds and secured investment banking offers at Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan, and Bank of America. I now help other students from non-traditional backgrounds break into top-tier IB roles through sharp resume edits, story crafting, technical prep, and networking strategies that actually convert into interviews. If you're grinding from a non-target school, I’ve walked that path — and I’ll help you crack the code.

Having successfully recruited for two investment banks, Evercore and Piper Sandler's energy division (formerly Simmons & Company Intl.), I've picked up a thing or two as to what makes a successful candidate. I've synthesized my experiences and institutional knowledge into a digestible, proven program that ensures applicants are prepared, polished, and confident by the time they sit down for that first interview. Whether you're trying to break into banking from a non-target school, or just looking for that bit of additional mentoring that could make the difference, I can help you achieve your goals. Optimize your Profile: 1. Resume workshop to ensure you shine on paper 2. LinkedIn profile review to best highlight your strengths so you stand out 3. Mock interview focused on you resume to help you speak clearly to all your experiences Networking: 1. Build a personalized networking plan 2. Guidance for coffee chats and informational calls 3. Templates for email/LinkedIn intros and cover letters 4. Support and accountability as you execute on you networking plan Behavioral: 1. Craft 'Your Story' which will answer the 'why banking?' question 2. Custom behavioral interview guide to help you focus on nailing the most important questions 3. Mock interviews to ensure answers are crisp and succinct Technical: 1. Review of technical question guides often referenced by interviewers 2. Mock interviews to develop mastery of commonly asked questions and key concepts 3. 3-statement and LBO modeling practice 4. Intangible coaching on how to remain composed during these high-stress situations

I am a Harvard MBA with Honors and was accepted out of UChicago as a 2+2 admit to HBS. I worked at Morgan Stanley out of college in the analyst program and became a Partner (Managing Director) for many years. I have coached investment banking for over a decade, and while I am new to Leland, I have coached over 1,000 candidates (I call them "coachees") into virtually all of the major investment banks, private equity, and venture capital firms. I coach internships and full time recruiting for undergraduates (from both target and non-target schools!), MBA recruiting, and also lateral candidates - transitioning from investment banking to private equity, for example, and on-cycle recruiting. My focus is on marketing collateral (resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn review), conducting outreach (using handshake and LinkedIn to reach recruiters), coaching behaviorals and technicals, and mock interviewing. The vast majority of my coachees receive offers!

I graduated with a non-traditional finance degree (hotel administration) but successfully transitioned to investment banking, ultimately ranking top and heavily involved in recruiting for summer interns at Moelis. I have experience of working with 60+ clients and mentees; I'm confident that I can help you land an offer through customized interview prep. Coaching sessions with me will come with complementary documents and guides that will help you with both qualitative and quantitative questions that will be asked during your investment banking interviews. So far, I have 100% internship placement rate with clients who had at least 3 sessions with me.