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Im inclined to say GS simply because it is a bigger name internationally and with VC, you might do a lot of IPO's. So ECM might in fact be perfect for VC.
GS. The path to VC is much more unclear (i.e., banking experience isn't always good), so go with the brand.
This is spot on.
Also, know that GS has a very well established system where if you spend 2 years in one part of the bank (assuming FO) you can easily switch to another. i'd utilize this and switch to IBD after 2 years and your VC opps will be buttloads better than if you went with HL M&A and the extra 2 years are definitely worth it.
A lot of banks preach mobility, but GS actually follows through on it. Now her case is admittedly an exception, not the norm (she had all kinds of exposure to the PE space through her first role, must've networked like a legend to get the group she got when she switched divisions, and enjoyed the benefits of 'right place, right time'), but it does happen.
never really thought about vc much, but just to weigh in on a different side, one potential pro to HL M&A is that you learn, in a lot more detail, how to value a company and analyze transactions (well, one transaction - a merger). that could potentially be very useful in vc, especially if it's more of the late-stage variety. although, ECM could also lend a hand to late-stage vc.
Anyway, just wanted to throw that out there.
Interesting...I thought everyone would say HL. I thought ECM was looked down upon a little bit with very little exit ops. I guess not.
give me monkey shit, i dnt care (for obvious reasons) but you really dont deserve a spot at GS if you are asking this question. shame on you. thats like saying should i fuck kate upton anally or fuck a 7/10 girl in the pussy? okay sure with kate upton you're not exactly getting the pussy (M&A), but its STILL FUCKING KATE UPTON. (i was watching kate upton on tv so sorry for the shitty analogy haha)
Now the image of fucking kate upton anally is stuck in my head at work. Thanks...
Does GS do private placements out of ECM or is that handled by PEG?
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