Grace Jolas
@gracejolas
Investment professional with experience in venture capital and investment banking.
What I'm looking for
As a seasoned investment professional, I have had the privilege of working with top-tier firms, including Techstars J.P. Morgan Accelerator Program, Crestline Investors, and Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC. My expertise lies in providing tailored support to early-stage companies, conducting due diligence and analysis of potential investments, and developing financial models to inform investment decisions.
Throughout my career, I have demonstrated a keen ability to analyze product-market fit, create financial models, and generate customer leads. My transaction experience highlights include working on deals worth over $100 million, such as Project Lamella and Project Regatta, and advising clients on sell-side transactions, including Project Lion and Project Yellowstone.
With a strong educational background in finance and Spanish, I am well-equipped to navigate complex financial transactions and communicate effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds. I am passionate about entrepreneurship and am an active member and investor in the Highwind Impact Fund.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Associate
Techstars J.P. Morgan Accelerator Program
Sep 2024 - Dec 2024 (3 months)
Provided tailored support to 12 pre-seed technology companies, creating financial models, developing business strategies, and generating customer leads.
Investment Associate
Crestline Investors
Sep 2022 - Sep 2024 (2 years)
Performed due diligence and analysis of potential investments, developed financial models, and conducted quarterly valuation and operational updates.
Investment Banking Senior Analyst
Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC
Jun 2020 - Jul 2022 (2 years 1 month)
Developed financial models, drafted key transaction materials, and researched potential strategic acquirers and financial sponsors.
Investment Banking Summer Analyst
Deloitte Corporate Finance LLC
Jun 2019 - Sep 2019 (3 months)
Assisted in investment banking projects, developed financial models, and researched potential strategic acquirers and financial sponsors.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
2017 - 2020
University of Texas at Austin
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
2016 - 2020
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
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Location
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