Private Equity Coaches

Navigating the PE recruiting can be daunting, but with the right guidance, you can easily achieve your career aspirations. As someone who successfully transitioned from Moelis & Company to American Securities, securing my offer during the on-cycle process in 2019, I have the experience and insights to help you excel. I work to provide you with the personalized support and strategic preparation needed to secure your dream offer. I know how overwhelming the recruitment process can be. My approach is empathetic and supportive, aimed at reducing your stress and developing your skills so you have total confidence ahead of interviews. Comprehensive Support for Your Career Goals: Firm Identification: I will help you identify and target the firms that align with your career goals and aspirations. My knowledge of the industry will provide you with a curated list of potential funds that suit your strengths and interests. Headhunter Strategy: Navigating headhunter interactions can be daunting. I will guide you on how to effectively engage with the headhunters, ensuring you stand out and receive the best opportunities available. Interview Preparation: From technical questions to fit interviews, I provide tailored preparation that will give you the confidence and skills needed to excel in interviews. Crush the Model Test and Case Study: I'll guide you through how to go from a standing start to an LBO model guru so you feel totally confident come interview time.

🚀 Private Equity Career Coaching I bring a rare, 360° perspective on private equity—having sat on every side of the table: ▶️Mega-fund experience as Sr. Associate covering EMEA at Pamplona Capital ($15bn AUM), with multiple offers from top US/UK funds. ▶️Entrepreneur & investor as Founder & Managing Partner of Surca Capital, where I’ve acquired and operated an industrial business hands-on. ▶️Coach & mentor to dozens of candidates who’ve landed offers at the world’s most competitive firms: Apollo, EQT, GS PE, Oaktree, Permira, HIG, Brightstar, K1 IM, among others—in New York, LA, SF, Chicago, London, Frankfurt, Paris, Singapore, and beyond. What I Do: I help candidates—whether seasoned analysts or total newcomers—break into investment banking and private equity by: i) Choosing the right firm, role, and geography. ii) Crafting a sharp CV & cover letter that sells your story. iii) Mastering “fit” and behavioral questions. iv) Acing finance technicals (from paper LBOs to 3-statement models). v) Navigating PE-specific cases (industry discussion, portfolio deep dives, DD steps, defending assumptions). vi) Building investment theses, pitches, and IM reviews. My Edge: ▶️ I’ve been in the seat you’re trying to win. ▶️I know what global mega-funds actually screen for. ▶️I’ve placed candidates ranging from analysts to a student with zero prior work experience into funds managing $10bn+ AUM. Because my main focus is running my own fund, I only take on a handful of clients—but those I do work with get very personal, hands-on guidance. 👉 Book a free 15-minute intro call to see how I can help you position yourself, prep effectively, and land the offer. ❌Cancellation policy - 24hrs in advance

Seasoned investment professional with proven success in top-tier firms, having networked from a non-target university into Goldman Sachs' TMT group and Warburg Pincus' technology private equity team. Extensive experience preparing for and excelling in technical interviews and modeling tests across multiple roles. Demonstrated leadership and mentorship abilities through spearheading training programs at both Goldman Sachs and Warburg Pincus. Leverages deep industry knowledge, technical expertise, and a track record of high performance to provide valuable guidance to aspiring finance professionals. Well-equipped to coach students on navigating the competitive recruitment landscape and developing essential skills for success in private equity and investment banking.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in private equity and strategic consulting, I am here to help you navigate the complexities of breaking into the private equity industry. As a former PE Operating Executive at KKR & Co, I led significant procurement efficiency projects and coached management teams, which deepened my understanding of the industry. My time at McKinsey & Company further honed my skills in strategy and transformation, where I managed teams and developed business cases for high-stakes projects. I am passionate about mentoring and have been actively involved in leadership and recruiting initiatives, including mentoring through the Sponsors for Educational Opportunity (SEO) Program. Let's work together to craft a compelling application and prepare you for success in the private equity field. Feel free to reach out to discuss how I can support your journey!

I broke into private equity at 19, landed an investment banking job offer mid-flight, and joined KKR straight out of undergrad. Since then, I’ve led ~$3B in deals across buyout, growth, and venture, working directly with founders, CEOs, and billion-dollar funds. I know how to navigate high-stakes, prestige-driven environments without losing your edge. I’m especially passionate about helping non-target, underrepresented, and ambitious students shortcut the learning curve, land top roles, and carry themselves with both confidence and clarity. I don’t just teach how to break in—I show you how to belong once you're in.

Hello - please reach out to me to schedule an intro call and discuss coaching goals and where I could best assist. I have been coaching on Leland for ~2 years and have worked with dozens of candidates to provide visibility into the PE industry.

Current Associate at an NYC-based large-cap private equity firm, and a former Investment Banking Analyst at a large bulge bracket bank. Let's connect and chart your path to starting a career in Investment Banking / Private Equity.

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 "private equity" 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 private equity?" 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 LBOs 4. Modeling tests (3-statement, detailed revenue build, etc.) Networking: 1. Establishing a personalized networking strategy for headhunters and cold outreach 2. Holding accountability for outreach 3. World-class email templates and trackers to keep you organized

With an MBA from Harvard Business School and a career spanning top-tier investment banking and private equity shops, I bring firsthand insight into what it takes to succeed in the industry. I began my career at Lazard, where I built a strong foundation in M&A execution, before transitioning into private equity, where I’ve held investment roles at Siris Capital, BayHawk Capital, and Vantage Equity Partners. Over the course of my investing career, I’ve led multiple platform investments and executed dozens of add-on acquisitions across a range of industries and deal structures. Whether you're preparing for interviews, navigating the recruiting process, or thinking through career transitions, I bring a practical, investor-level perspective to help you differentiate and win.

I successfully recruited into PE with multiple offers coming out of Goldman Sachs and joined THL. I then moved to a crossover software fund where I did PE & Hedge Fund style investments. I have successfully mentored over 300 professionals and students on IB, PE, and HF recruiting. I also designed a course that teaches the PE recruiting process from start to finish. I would welcome the opportunity to help you like I’ve helped so many others on your journey.