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

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