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Tracey Zhao

@traceyzhao

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Venture capital professional with extensive investment experience in deep-tech industry.

China

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role where I can leverage my investment expertise to drive growth and innovation in a collaborative environment.

I am a seasoned investment professional with extensive experience in venture capital, currently serving as Vice President at Puhua Capital. Over the years, I have successfully led teams to close significant deals, achieving a portfolio IRR of 55%, well above the industry average. My role involves sourcing and negotiating investments, managing post-investment strategies, and collaborating with key stakeholders, including government regulators and research institutions.

My academic background includes a Master in Engineering Management from Melbourne University and a Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering from the University of Shanghai for Science & Technology. I have a proven track record of pioneering investment theses in emerging sectors such as mobility and aerospace, and I am passionate about driving innovation and supporting entrepreneurs. I also take pride in my community involvement, having organized events for Women in Tech China to empower women in the technology and investment sectors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Vice President

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Puhua Capital

Apr 2017 - Present (8 years 1 month)

As Vice President at Puhua Capital, I led a team to source and negotiate investments totaling $50m, achieving a portfolio IRR of 55%. I developed partnerships with research institutions, initiated digitalization efforts, and oversaw post-investment management for over 25 companies.

Investment Analysis Deal Structuring Negotiation Portfolio Management Digitalization Partnership Development Fundraising

Analyst

Kailong Investment Management

Mar 2014 - Jan 2016 (1 year 10 months)

As an Analyst at Kailong Investment Management, I led a team to optimize property conversion strategies, facilitating a $1b acquisition and collaborating on a $90m asset transfer.

Optimization Financial Modeling Team Leadership Market Research Vendor Management Asset Transfer Collaboration Real Estate Investment

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Melbourne

Master in Engineering Management, Engineering Management

2012 - 2013

Activities and societies: Officer, Chinese Student Union; organized 6 cultural events with 2,000+ participants, tutored 10+ students. VP, Tennis Club; organized training, social matches, and tournaments, raising $1k for charity.

Studied at Australia’s #1 university and engineering program, ranked #33 globally by QS, focusing on engineering management. Actively participated in the Chinese Student Union, organizing cultural events and tutoring students, while also serving as VP of the Tennis Club.

University of Shanghai for Science and Technology

Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering

2007 - 2011

Activities and societies: Organizer, Street Dance Club; coordinated 20+ members for charity events and created intro dance course.

Graduated from a top-ranked sciences research university with leading R&D and laboratory facilities, focusing on industrial engineering. Conducted a field study on rural educational infrastructure for economics and policy research.