Andrea Zhang
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EDUCATION
BARNARD COLLEGE, COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY NEW YORK, NY
Bachelor of Arts in Economics-Maths Expected May 2026
GPA 4.00/4.00, Dean’s List
Relevant Coursework: Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Corporate Finance, Financial Economics PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
INDIGO PROSPECT NEW YORK, NY
Private Equity Intern Jan 2024-Present
Conducted the initial due diligence process of a potential deal in the SaaS industry
- Drafted case studies for 5 buyout / M&A deals, including sellers’ financial profiles at closing, entry & exit valuation information, deal rationale, and go-forward strategies namely in add-on acquisitions
- Coordinated with corresponding financial advisors for insights into precedent transactions and valuation multiples
Created growth strategy for a portfolio company in the educational recruitment software market
- Conducted research in 4 potential markets to support expansion in its digital platform integration business
- Assisted with DCF cashflow prediction by analyzing current revenue breakdown in terms of regions, identifying key patterns for targeted software adoption strategy, projected to increase the user base by 15% in one year SELLSIDE GROUP NEW YORK, NY
M&A Intern Dec 2023-Present
Conducted evaluations of sell-side companies in the $10M to $50M range and delivered detailed reports to Managing
Directors, enhancing deal pipeline and preparing teaser facilitating strategic or financial buyouts
Coordinated and supported integration planning, tracking and business processes for 30+ outreach initiatives per day
targeting potential acquisitions, facilitating 15+ introductory discussions
Developed and maintained relationships with 4 mid-size companies from initial stage to deal closing
Screened 50+ production/maintenance chemicals companies for potential acquisition, reviewed companies’ historical
financials, vertical, location, and estimated transaction size and potential synergies; conducted peer comps valuation CITIC SECURITIES HANGZHOU, CN
Investment Banking Summer Analyst May 2023-Jun 2023
Supported development of 5+ pitch materials by conducting research and preparing comparable companies analyses on
mold release industry, assessing patent holdings, and industrial applications against benchmark
Spearheaded a comprehensive analysis of the internal and external mold release landscape; researched industry metrics
and benchmarked financials by comparing key items on the income statement and balance sheet LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
PROJECT V SOLUTIONS CONSULTING WINSTON SALEM, NC
Summer Analyst Jun 2023-Aug 2023
Developed go-to-market strategy for China-based home furniture retailer to expand into U.S.
- Collected & analyzed first-hand pricing data from 5+ home furniture websites to monitor their pricing strategies
- Researched channel management of U.S. home furniture, projected to increase U.S. market penetration by 25% THEGLOBE WINSTON SALEM, NC
President of Marketing Sep 2022-Aug 2023
Directed an eight-person executive team and managed online advertising placement for career services
Crafted and executed social media strategy for online platforms, including newsletters, event updates, and posts for
info sessions, increasing user engagement by 15% and attendance at key events by 20% SKILLS& INTERESTS
Languages: English (fluent); Mandarin (native)
Skills: Proficient in Java, Python, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word Certifications: CFA Institute Investment Foundations Certificate Interests: Hiking, Jazz dance, Snorkeling