From IB Associate to Growth Equity to Entrepreneurship

Alice Shang is a former Investment Banking Associate at Lazard, where she gained her financial skills and insights into the world of finance. Her journey led her to a role as an Investor at TCV, a $21 billion growth equity fund that has invested in companies such as Netflix, Airbnb, Spotify, Peloton, Strava, and Hinge Health. She earned her bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BBA) from the University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business and her master's degree from Harvard Business School. Continuing her professional route, Alice served at Atomic as an operator, and her journey took a new turn as a Female Founder's Fellow at Primary Venture Partners, a program that helps entrepreneurs launch new startups.

The moderator is our very own Rohit Malrani, Co-Founder of OfficeHours and formerly SourceScrub and Battery Ventures.

This episode covers topics such as:

• What inspired you to make the switch from investment banking to growth equity and entrepreneurship?
• How did your investment banking experience help you succeed in growth equity investing and entrepreneurship?
• What advice would you give to someone considering a career in finance, growth equity, or entrepreneurship?
• How has your role as an investor helped you succeed personally and professionally?
• You graduated from the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business as well as Harvard Business School. How have these educational experiences aided your professional development and career path?

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