Venture Capital Coaches, Events, and Resources

I help people break into venture capital by combining real fund experience, deep exposure to early-stage investing, and hands-on operational context from building companies myself. I’ve worked inside VC funds, evaluated startups across multiple sectors, supported diligence processes, and built relationships throughout the ecosystem. On the operator side, I’ve founded and scaled my own startup, advised dozens of early-stage teams, and worked closely with founders on fundraising, financial analysis, storytelling, and go-to-market strategy. Because I’ve lived both sides of the table, I’m able to teach not just how to get into VC, but how to think like an investor—how to evaluate companies, form an investment thesis, communicate your judgment, and stand out in interviews. I help clients translate their background into a compelling VC narrative and build the skills, frameworks, and confidence needed to enter and thrive in the industry.

With deep experience in venture and growth investing at Dragoneer, I’ve spent years evaluating top-tier startups and collaborating with some of the best investors in the industry. I know what investment teams look for, in both companies and people. My coaching focuses on helping candidates tell their story in a way that resonates with partners, showcases genuine intellectual curiosity, and demonstrates the analytical rigor and conviction that great investors bring to the table. I’ve reviewed hundreds of resumes and interviewed dozens of candidates for investing roles, so I know exactly what differentiates a strong candidate from the rest. My approach blends strategic preparation with honest feedback, helping clients position themselves like insiders. Whether you’re coming from banking, consulting, or a nontraditional background, I’ll help you translate your experience into the language of venture and growth investing.

Welcome to my profile! With a robust background in strategy consulting and venture capital, I bring a wealth of experience from top firms like McKinsey, Capital One Ventures, and Cornerstone Research. As an Investor at Capital One Ventures, I am deeply immersed in the VC landscape and leverage my expertise to identify and nurture promising startups. I help aspiring venture capitalists (especially former consultants) understand strategic and financial investing, break into the industry, and achieve their career goals. Let's connect and chart a path to your success!

Hi! I spent close to a decade in venture capital, business operations, investment banking, and management consulting before pursuing a dream job as a full-time college water polo coach. Having worked my way up to Principal at GSV Ventures, I have firsthand experience in building a career in venture and all the different aspects of VC (sourcing, deciding, winning, helping startups). I also spent four years in management consulting at Bain. At both GSV and Bain, I was heavily involved with recruiting and interviewing candidates. Whether you're looking to break into venture capital or advance your career, I'm here to provide tailored guidance, support, and coaching. Let's connect and chart your path to success in the VC industry!

Multiple years experience working with B2B Founders/founding teams (including multiple investments made via a personal syndicate). Happy to share more about the broader VC industry, including changing trends, valuation, diligence and key analysis when evaluating a earlier stage company. Given I have a big network in the space (and well plugged into the scene in Austin/Chicago/Charlotte), happy to refer you to others high quality contacts the space that can also help. Look forward to working together!

I was an MBA Investment Associate at a student-run venture capital group at Wharton. I also recently recruited for a summer internship in climate tech VC, where I went through the process of crafting my own investment thesis.

I have >10 years of investment experience across three different asset classes. This has allowed me to build a unique framework to capital allocation in the VC space. I broke into Venture Capital with 0 years of experience, in a market where I had no network, during a recessionary period. I can coach on (i) network building, (ii) thesis creation, (iii) interview prep, (iv) case studies and (v) IC pitches. I am happy to share frameworks for analyzing management teams and ranking idea quality. There are many ways to probe founders to gain insights beyond what they intend to disclose. I am happy to share my learnings.

As a Growth Equity Investor at TZP Group, I have a deep understanding of the venture capital world. I have originated, diligenced, and evaluated Series A & B companies within the software and internet spaces. I have interviewed at many of the best VCs and Growth Equity firms and know what it takes to land a job at the best!

With over a decade of experience in the VC industry, I've had the privilege of partnering with and supporting over 30 companies as a board member and investor. As a former Partner at Lerer Hippeau, I led investments in both enterprise and consumer companies, and currently, I advise and invest across the startup ecosystem. My background includes roles at top firms like FirstMark Capital and Flybridge Capital Partners, where I honed my skills in sourcing, diligence, and portfolio support. I've coached 20+ individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of venture capital recruiting and career. If you're looking to break into venture capital, manage your venture career, prepare for interviews, prepare for IC meetings or interested in guidance on your startup journey, feel free to reach out! Recognitions Include: - Forbes 30 under 30 - Business Insider: The Most Important VCs in NYC (2021-2024) - Business Insider: 9 VCs that every Early-stage Consumer Founder Should Know

I broke into venture capital from management consulting, navigating a path that required strategic networking, deep market curiosity, and a sharp understanding of what VC firms are really looking for. I’ve worked across the venture spectrum—from early-stage U.S. and Korean startups to growth-stage tech companies—and received offers from both early and growth VC firms. As part of a founding team at a new Korea-based fund, I helped raise a $100M inaugural fund and worked closely with partners on sourcing, diligence, and portfolio support, gaining firsthand exposure to what makes a compelling investment—and a strong candidate. On top of that, I’ve also sat on the other side of the table. I led the hiring process for analysts and interns, giving me insight into what funds actually prioritize in candidates—from resumes and cold emails to interviews and investment memos. I coach aspiring VCs on how to position themselves, craft a differentiated investment thesis, and convert networking into interviews. Whether you’re breaking in from consulting, banking, or an operating background, I can help you understand how the U.S. and Asian markets differ, what skills funds value at each stage, and how to tell a story that resonates. I also advise on fit—VC isn’t the right path for everyone, and I can help you assess whether the role aligns with your personality, goals, and long-term ambitions. If you’re exploring the space or actively recruiting, I provide honest, tactical, and nuanced guidance every step of the way.