Joining IB Late

What was the age of the oldest person you know who started a career in front office investment banking? Follow up, is that person still in the industry? I can't imagine this role would be that senior unless your parent is in the C-Suite or you bring in the biggest deal, so let's just look at the late-start interns, analysts, and associates.

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