Akaash P.
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Land Your Dream Role | Ex-Lazard & Director of Corporate Development
Studied at University of Texas at Austin
Works at U.S. Dermatology Partners
Available tomorrow at 12:30 AM UTC
Usually responds within 5 hours
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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
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
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
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
RBC Capital Markets
J.P. Morgan
PJT Partners
Citigroup
Guggenheim Partners
Houlihan Lokey
Ares Management
Centerbridge Partners
Education
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
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Akaash has helped clients get into these companies: