Welcome to my profile! I'm Milton Parra, a Vice President at Author Capital Partners, a Chicago-based lower middle market private equity firm. With a background in investment banking and private equity, I have extensive experience advising and investing across the capital structure. I have worked on a range of corporate transactions and sectors, honing my expertise in M&A and restructuring. I am passionate about helping aspiring students and young professionals navigate the competitive landscape and achieve their career goals, whether in private equity or investment banking. Whether you need guidance on networking, interview preparation, or breaking into the industry, I'm here to provide personalized coaching and support. Let's connect and discuss how I can help you succeed.

As a former Executive Director at Barclays and BMO with over 12 years of experience in investment banking (M&A), I bring a deep understanding of the industry. I specialize in coaching students and professionals to secure internships and full-time positions at top-tier investment banks. My coaching encompasses comprehensive guidance on the application process, mastering both behavioral and technical interview questions, and conducting intensive mock interviews. With an Oxford degree and over a decade of coaching experience, I have successfully helped over 50 individuals land their dream jobs in investment banking. Whether you're a novice or have limited exposure to finance, I provide a safe and supportive environment to equip you with the skills and confidence needed to excel.

I'm Carson Zink, an investment banking coach with a passion for helping aspiring professionals break into the industry. With a dual Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting from the University of Utah, I have a strong foundation in the field. I have also gained valuable experience as an Analyst at Cross Creek and a Corporate Development Analyst at Platform Accounting Group. In addition, I have worked as an Associate at Sorenson Impact and interned at the University Venture Fund and Joan and Tim Fenton Founders Fund. Whether you need assistance with resume building, interview preparation, or networking strategies, I'm here to help you navigate the competitive landscape and achieve your dreams. Don't hesitate to reach out and let's start working together!

After graduating from Hamilton College, I worked in investment banking for 6 years, with experience across Goldman Sachs' TMT group in San Francisco and Bank of America's Healthcare group in New York. Today, I am a Private Equity Associate at ZMC, a middle-market private equity firm focused on technology, media, and entertainment. I have firsthand experience recruiting for investment banking internships, lateral positions, and private equity. At each firm that I've worked at throughout my career, I have made it a point to be heavily involved in the recruiting process and have conducted numerous interviews for a variety of roles. I have navigated the competitive landscape of investment banking & private equity and have successfully mentored numerous clients to secure positions at top firms. Whether you need help with resume building, interview preparation, or career strategy, I'm here to guide you every step of the way!

I have a proven track record of helping 60+ clients and mentees achieve their career goals. I bring a wealth of experience and a deep understanding of what it takes for you to succeed. My journey from a non-core school to a top-tier investment bank helps me understand exactly the stresses you are facing, and what steps are needed for you to get the offers you're aiming for. Graduating from SUNY Binghamton, I navigated the uphill battle to secure my spot at Moelis & Company. After securing my Moelis offer, I led our school's Finance Society and ran the "Investment Banking Bootcamp." Working with students just like you, this initiative has successfully established Binghamton to Wall Street pipeline, with over two dozen students annually landing front office finance roles. My experience in building and leading this program means I can design effective training and networking strategies specifically for you. At Moelis, I led the New York office's recruiting efforts, gaining firsthand knowledge of what top firms look for in candidates. By working with me, you will benefit from my expertise in identifying, screening and interviewing hundreds of candidates, ensuring you are well-prepared for the most rigorous of investment banking interviews. With my guidance, you will gain a competitive edge through tailored interview prep, strategic networking advice, and insider knowledge of the investment banking recruitment process. I am committed to helping you achieve your career goals and navigate an incredibly stressful time for you with confidence.

As an incoming Summer IB Analyst at Bank of America, I bring a wealth of knowledge and experience in the investment banking industry. In addition to getting an offer from Bank of America I received 5+ superday invites from bulge-bracket firms including Morgan Stanley, Citibank, RBC, Wells Fargo, Piper Sandler and more. Additionally, I have had the privilege of interning at top firms like VMG Partners and Sixth Street, where I gained valuable insights into private equity and finance. With my hands-on experience and dedication to helping others succeed, I am confident in my ability to guide aspiring investment bankers towards achieving their career goals. Don't hesitate to reach out and let's work together to unlock your full potential in the investment banking industry!

I not only have first hand experience in networking, interviewing and securing a role at a top-tier investment bank, I also have a wealth of experience in coaching and mentoring others to do the same. As a finance student at BYU, I quickly realized that starting my career in investment banking would be the best route for me in order to achieve where I wanted to go in my career long-term. After multiple networking trips, info sessions and endless hours of interview prep I was able to secure a summer internship and subsequently a full-time role with Goldman Sachs in their TMT group in San Francisco. During my senior year, in between my internship and starting full time, I served as the Co-President of the Investment Banking Club at BYU - an organization solely dedicated to preparing students to land jobs on Wall Street. As part of that I reviewed countless resumes, organized networking trips, ran mock interviews and helped guide students in any way that I could. Since working in investment banking and then private equity, I have continued to try and find opportunities to help students forge their own path into investment banking and beyond.

interviewed with and secured investment banking offers from six different banks, including both bulge bracket and prominent boutique firms, before starting my role as an analyst at Deutsche Bank. Following a year at Deutsche Bank, I transitioned to J.P. Morgan, where I dedicated four years to the M&A team, where I assessed numerous internship and full-time analyst and associate applications.