Private Equity Coaches, Events, and Resources

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in investment banking at Goldman Sachs and my current role at RedBird Capital Partners, I bring a wealth of experience in private equity to my coaching. As a current MBA student and someone who successfully recruited into the buyside in an off-cycle process, I am well-equipped to guide aspiring professionals through the intricacies of breaking into private equity. Whether you're looking to refine your application strategy or master the technical skills needed for a successful career in private equity, I'm here to help. Let's connect and chart your path to success!

I began my career in private equity after graduating from Georgetown, joining a multibillion-dollar fund as an investment professional. In addition to my deal work, I was entrusted with interviewing PE analyst candidates and helping determine who would join the firm — experience that gave me a deep, firsthand understanding of the recruiting process and the qualities investment teams prioritize. Combined with a Wharton MBA and a strong foundation in finance and accounting, my coaching is structured, analytical, and aligned with real private equity expectations. I help candidates elevate their technical skills, strengthen their investment judgment, and craft a compelling narrative that resonates with PE hiring teams.

Leveraging over two decades in finance, including leadership roles at Principal Partners Capital Group and top firms like Bank of America and Deutsche Bank, I bring deep private equity and M&A expertise to my coaching. With 8,000+ hours training finance professionals, I specialize in guiding individuals to break into and excel in private equity. Whether you are looking to strengthen your LBO modeling skills or prepare to ace PE interviews, my approach centers on creating tailored learning plans for each session, ensuring you achieve your goals. Let's connect and strategize your path to success in Private Equity!

Welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in private equity, including roles at Blackstone and SNH Capital Partners, I bring a wealth of knowledge to help you break into this competitive field. As a former Associate at Blackstone, I have firsthand experience in strategic partnerships and private equity secondaries, which I leverage to guide my clients through the nuances of the industry. My coaching is tailored to your needs, whether it's mastering technical skills or refining your interview strategy. I'm here to help you achieve your career goals in private equity. Let's connect and create a plan for your success!

Welcome to my profile! With a strong foundation in Economics and Mathematics from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I have built a robust career in the finance industry, currently serving as a Senior Associate at QHP Capital. My journey began in investment banking at KBW (Stifel's financial institutions group), where I honed my analytical and strategic skills. I specialize in guiding clients through the competitive landscape of private equity and investment banking, leveraging my experience to help them navigate the intricacies of the industry. Whether you're preparing for interviews or seeking to refine your application strategy, I'm here to provide tailored support. Let's connect and chart a path to your success in private equity!

Understand the psychology of companies and how you can 'game' the recruiting process

Over the past 20 years, I have helped scores of MBA students achieve their goals to be in private equity. Whether on the investment or operations side of the industry, I advised them on how to network to build relationships, tell their stories about the value they could add, and nail their interviews.

Breaking into Private Equity is hard. Interviews are long and nerve-wracking. Competition is intense. Knowing where to start and staying motivated can be challenging. There's no silver bullet. It takes grit and persistence. I had walked this path on my own so you won't have to. I transitioned asset classes and secured a role at Francisco Partners with no previous PE experience. I am passionate about helping aspiring professionals land roles in competitive fields and can assist by offering insights into the recruitment process, interview preparation, and networking strategies. Let's connect and chart your path to success in private equity!

I have a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in the private equity and investment banking industries. In addition to my years of professional experience, I have an MBA from Harvard Business School and a BS in Finance from Brigham Young University. Over the years, I've informally coached numerous individuals at all stages of their careers, helping them navigate the complexities of private equity and investment banking careers and achieve their professional goals. Whether you're looking to break into the industry or advance your career, I can provide tailored guidance and support. I have personal experience making the jump from investment banking to private equity post-MBA. I started out in investment banking as an Associate coming out of business school and then joined a private equity firm as a VP after 2.5 years as an investment banking Associate. I spent the next 20 years in private equity at Reynolda Equity Partners, ultimately becoming a Managing Partner. In 2025, I transitioned my role at Reynolda to Senior Advisor and began investing independently under my 1780 Capital banner. I spent much of my time at Reynolda leading the recruiting effort, interviewing candidates and making hiring decisions for Associates, Senior Associates, VPs and for Business Development positions. While in investment banking, I was also on the recruiting team for HBS and other MBA programs.

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.