Akaash P.

Akaash P.

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Land Your Dream Role | Ex-Lazard & Director of Corporate Development

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Studied at University of Texas at Austin

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Works at U.S. Dermatology Partners

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Akaash’s Corporate Development Qualifications

Experience level: Director

Akaash has helped clients get into these companies:

With a robust background in investment banking and corporate development, I have successfully navigated the competitive recruiting landscape to secure positions at top-tier firms like Lazard Freres & Co. and now serve as Director of Corporate Development at a leading PPM roll-up, where I drive strategic growth initiatives through acquisitions. Having experienced the demanding recruiting process and advanced to a leadership position, I am passionate about helping others achieve their goals in corporate development. My hands-on experience and deep understanding of what top companies seek will guide you through every step of the recruiting journey, from resume building to interview preparation and offer negotiation. Whether you’re aiming to break into corporate development or advance your career, I’m here to offer actionable insights, personalized feedback, and a clear roadmap to success. Let’s work together to elevate your career and secure your next role in corporate development.

Akaash can help with:

Interview Prep

Skill Building

Market Research

LinkedIn Review

Competitive Analysis

Strategic Planning

Promotion Strategy

Business Valuation

Resume Review

Networking Strategy

Due Diligence

Mergers & Acquisitions

Financial Analysis

Salary Negotiation

Negotiation Skills

Akaash also coaches for Private Equity and Investment Banking. View all.

About Akaash

Akaash Parimeru is a seasoned finance professional with a wealth of experience across investment banking, private equity, and corporate development. Having worked at top-tier firms like Lazard Frères & Co. in New York City as an analyst, and joining a newly formed private equity fund with $500M in committed capital as an early hire on the investment team, Akaash has successfully landed highly sought after positions and navigated complex work environments. His experience spans across high-stakes deal-making in investment banking and private equity, where he has driven value through strategic acquisitions and financial structuring, having closed greater than $600M of sell-side M&A and private equity transactions across his career. Currently based in Dallas, Akaash serves as a Director of Corporate Development at a leading physician practice management roll-up. He provides invaluable guidance to professionals aiming to excel in corporate finance, private equity, and M&A by offering insights into deal execution, financial analysis, and career progression. Akaash is passionate about helping others achieve their potential and thrive in the competitive finance industry. Akaash is excited to support those aspiring to break into investment banking, private equity, or corporate development. He shares practical feedback and targeted advice on building resumes, preparing for interviews, refining recruiting strategies, and navigating offer and salary negotiations.

Why do I coach?

I coach because I’ve experienced firsthand the transformative power of mentorship in my own personal and professional growth. I understand the challenges of breaking into competitive fields and aim to help others overcome those hurdles with actionable advice and personalized feedback. Whether it’s refining a resume, preparing for interviews, or planning career moves, I’m eager to help others reach their goals and unlock their potential.

Work Experience

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Director of Growth Strategy

U.S. Dermatology Partners

July 2023 - Present

Leading M&A growth strategy and acquisition program for a Private-Equity backed physician practice management company with over 100 clinical locations across 8 states

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Growth Equity

Braemont Capital

January 2022 - May 2023

Private investment firm focused on building high-growth founder-led companies with flexible, long-term capital in partnership with its Entrepreneur & Family Office network

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Investment Banking

Lazard

August 2020 - December 2021

Provided M&A advisory services to public and private companies across Telecommunications, Media, and Information Services sectors

Akaash was also given offers to work at

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    RBC Capital Markets

  • J.P. Morgan Logo

    J.P. Morgan

  • PJT Partners Logo

    PJT Partners

  • Citigroup Logo

    Citigroup

  • Guggenheim Partners Logo

    Guggenheim Partners

  • Houlihan Lokey Logo

    Houlihan Lokey

  • Ares Management Logo

    Ares Management

  • Centerbridge Partners Logo

    Centerbridge Partners

Education

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University of Texas at Austin

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)

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