I broke into venture capital when recruiters told me I couldn’t. I made a complete pivot from investor relations into investing — without a traditional on-paper profile — and landed roles at both a top growth-stage fund in Europe and a leading early-stage firm in New York. There’s a strategy to breaking into VC that goes far beyond resume buzzwords or cold emails. It’s about positioning, pattern-matching, and communicating exactly the kind of investor you’ll be — clearly and compellingly. Most candidates approach the process passively. I’ll help you play offense. Whether you're pre-MBA, pivoting from finance or ops, or trying to stand out in a sea of similar profiles, I know how to help you shape your story, ace interviews, and get the offer. This is a relationship-driven industry — and I’ll coach you like someone who’s navigated it firsthand, not just watched from the sidelines.

Hello and welcome to my profile! With an MBA from Stanford Graduate School of Business and extensive experience in the venture capital and startup ecosystem, I'm here to help you navigate your path to success. As a Co-founder & CEO of Torpedo Now and a former Investment Officer at NFX, I have firsthand experience in what it takes to secure funding and grow a successful business. My background at McKinsey & Company has equipped me with strategic insights that I leverage to guide entrepreneurs through the complexities of venture capital. Whether you're looking to refine your pitch, understand investor expectations, or develop a robust business strategy, I'm here to support you every step of the way.

I recruited for VC while in banking at Goldman and received two offers (one from a venture/growth fund based in SF, and one early-stage fund based in NYC) through my own networking.

-Pivoted into Venture Capital from dropping out of medical school -Worked on 3 deals from scouting to close, including one international -Wrote literature on diligence and sector analysis in two different investment verticals

I've spent my whole life immersed on the world of Silicon Valley startups and Venture Capital. I've raised tens of millions of dollars for my own startups, and I've been an active startup investor.

With extensive experience at Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), one of the most renowned venture capital firms, I bring a unique blend of expertise in recruiting and coaching. During my tenure as a principal recruiter and heading a team for internal recruiting, I honed my ability to identify top-tier talent across diverse industries and roles, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and culture. This hands-on experience has equipped me with deep insights into strategic talent acquisition, workforce planning, and the nuances of building high-performing teams. My background also includes navigating complex hiring landscapes in competitive markets, which has strengthened my ability to coach others on optimizing their recruitment strategies. Beyond my technical recruiting skills, I have actively embraced a coaching mindset to elevate the recruitment process. By leveraging tools like open-ended questions and scaling techniques, I’ve helped candidates uncover their motivations and potential, fostering meaningful connections that go beyond transactional hiring. My approach aligns candidates with organizational values while emphasizing adaptability and long-term growth—a methodology proven to enhance productivity and retention. This combination of strategic expertise and personalized coaching ensures that I can effectively guide clients in achieving their recruitment and career development goals.

Welcome to my profile! With extensive experience in the venture capital industry, I've successfully navigated the VC hiring landscape, securing roles at top firms like Headline, Crosslink Capital, and Peterson Ventures. My journey began with multiple VC internships during my undergraduate studies at Brigham Young University, leading to multiple full-time analyst offers in the competitive Bay Area market. I've advised numerous individuals on breaking into VC, with some landing offers from prestigious funds such as A16z and Headline. Whether you're aiming for an analyst position or a partner role, I can provide the insights and guidance you need to succeed. Let's connect and chart your path into VC.

As a venture capitalist at Jump Capital, I have evaluated hundreds of startup business plans and pitches. This gives me deep insight into what makes for an appealing venture funding proposal. My network across VC firms provides inside knowledge of what investors look for during the recruiting and fundraising process. Having successfully navigated business school applications and secured roles in consulting and venture capital myself, I understand the challenges applicants face. My on-the-ground experience allows me to offer valuable guidance at every step, from crafting essays to acing interviews. Whether you are aiming for a top MBA program or building a career in consulting or VC, I have the qualifications to help you get there.

Landed jobs and internships at top funds like Norwest, Floodgate, and Summit Partners. Have coached fellow students on breaking into the industry. Worked in the space for 2 years, ultimately pursued a full-time job operating due to fund economics at the junior levels. Can speak to breaking in but also thinking about building a long-term career in the space. I now work with emerging fund managers on fund launch strategy, and angel invest in ~5-10 companies a year.

The majority of my coaching is for people recruiting for MBBs and other management consulting firms. However, if you're recruiting for venture capital, you'll likely need to do a case interview too. If you find yourself in this position, I'd love to be there to support you. I also help my candidates master the behavioral interview. Here are my credentials: • Former member of Bain's on campus interview team — interviewed 60+ candidates and read 400+ applications • Specialize in helping my clients master the case interview — the most critical and difficult part of the process • Additional specialties — behavioral interview prep, resume/cover letter editing, networking guidance • Clients have broken into all the major consulting firms — Bain, BCG, McKinsey, ZS Associates, LEK, etc. • Education — MIT Sloan MBA (Class of 2021), Washington University in St. Louis (Class of 2016)