Candidate:

Mr. Eagerness

About Me:

I’ve been born and brought up in Mumbai, India. Since college, I was eager in investing in listed markets and startups. That urge and hunger led me to land up my first job in a boutique asset management firm where I invested in public equities and startups. During my free time, I participate in dance classes and shows and read investing books.

Schools:

Target School: London Business School

Considering: Wharton, Columbia, Said Business School

See More Profiles For: London Business School

Application Status: Open

Details:

Undergrad School: H.R. College of Commerce & Economics

Undergrad Major: Finance

GPA: 7/7

GMAT: 720

Age: 26, Ethnicity: Asian or Indian

Other Degree/Certification: CFA Level I Pass

School Name: CFA Institute

Extracurriculars: Dance - Participate in Shiamak Davar Institute's Annual Stage Shows | HOD at Investment Club in college | Team Member at Enactus, a social organization, in college.

Work History:

Title: Associate

Industry: Venture Capital

Company: Boutique Firm

Length of Employment: 4 yrs, 1 mos

Title: Associate

Industry: Venture Capital

Company: Top Firm

Length of Employment: 1 yr, 1 mos

Big Life Wins:

Getting on to the buy side post undergrad came with a lot of effort. I landed my first job because of my eagerness, interest, and my knowledge regarding the markets. I was the first employee in the firm that helped build the firm’s verticals and AUM alongside the Partners. Helped build it to $20 Mn AUM involving pitching to investors and investing.

Post MBA Goal:

My short-term goal would be to be a part of a larger fund, get to a VP/Principal stage, build the LP network, and do more value-add to portfolio companies.
My long-term goal would be to start my own fund.