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I successfully broke into Bain Capital’s Tokyo office as a non-Japanese MBA candidate—an uncommon and highly competitive path that required sharp positioning, cultural fluency, and a deep understanding of what leading private equity firms look for. Over the course of recruiting, I received multiple offers from Asia-focused megafunds and was invited to final rounds at many others, giving me a well-rounded view of how top firms evaluate candidates at each stage. Japan’s private equity market is undergoing a significant transformation, with strong structural tailwinds and rising deal flow creating exciting opportunities for those willing to navigate its unique dynamics. If you’re curious about breaking into PE in Japan—or Asia more broadly—I can help you assess the market, sharpen your investor story, and craft a pitch that resonates with regional nuances. I also coach MBA candidates more generally on how to break into private equity from a non-finance background. That includes evaluating the true feasibility of your candidacy, mastering technical prep, and translating your prior experience into a compelling narrative for top-tier firms. Whether you’re aiming to land a specific offer or weighing PE as a long-term path, I provide clear, candid, and strategic advice rooted in firsthand experience.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in private equity operations and strategic leadership, I am here to guide you through the complexities of breaking into the private equity sector on the operations side. As the VP of Strategy at FoodPharma, a New Harbor Capital portfolio company, and a former CXO via Shore Capital Partners' CXO Program, I have firsthand experience in driving growth initiatives and supporting C-level executives. Let's connect and craft a personalized strategy for your success in private equity!

Welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in private equity and investment banking, I am here to help you navigate the competitive landscape of private equity careers. I have worked in private equity roles across Vista Equity Partners, Audax Private Equity, and MFG Partners, and have extensive experience with interview preparation, on-the-desk readiness, general career navigation, technical skill refinement, and more. Prior to my career in private equity, I spent 5 years in investment banking with Goldman Sachs, as both an Associate and an Analyst, where I worked on $20B+ of closed deals. Currently, I am pursuing my MBA at Columbia Business School as a Robert F. Smith Scholar, further deepening my expertise in alternative investments and entrepreneurship. Over the last decade, I have coached 75+ students/early stage professionals across a variety of formal and informal capacities. Whether you need help with interview preparation, resume refinement, or networking strategies, I'm here to support your journey. I genuinely love this stuff and remember how difficult my journey was trying to "figure it out" - Let's book time to chat about how I can be helpful!