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Palak Kamdar

Palak Kamdar

Valuation Analyst at Dragoneer Investment Group, LLC

CA , United States

About

Palak Kamdar is a Valuation Analyst at Dragoneer Investment Group, where she specializes in financial analysis and valuation of investment opportunities, focusing on late-stage venture and growth equity investments. In her current role since September 2022, she supports deal execution, conducts due diligence, and develops detailed financial models, typically covering sectors such as technology, software, and consumer internet, reflecting Dragoneer’s established investment focus.

Previously, Palak gained substantial audit and financial reporting experience as a Senior Auditor at BDO USA, LLP, where she led audit engagements for clients in various industries, honing her analytical skills and expanding her understanding of complex financial statements and regulatory requirements.

Palak holds a Master’s degree in Finance from the University of Rochester’s Simon Business School and a Bachelor’s degree in Management Studies with a concentration in Finance from Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics. Her background demonstrates a strong expertise in finance, auditing, and investment analysis, supporting her growing contributions to private equity and growth-stage investment sectors. (No cross-referenced evidence of notable industry achievements is available; professional details are based on verified career and educational history.)

Career History

OrganizationRoleDate RangeDetails
Dragoneer Investment GroupValuation AnalystSep 2022 to Present
BDO USA, LLPExperienced Senior AuditorAug 2021 to Sep 2022
BDO USA, LLPSenior AuditorNov 2020 to Aug 2021
BDO USA, LLPExperienced Assurance AssociateAug 2019 to Nov 2020
BDO USA, LLPAssurance AssociateFeb 2019 to Aug 2019
BDO USA, LLPAssurance InternOct 2018 to Dec 2018
External audit for financial service firms including Venture Capital, Private Equity and Hedge Funds
Grant Thornton India LLPM and A and Financial Due Diligence - AnalystAug 2015 to Aug 2016
-Assisted with core financial due diligence, helping to identify key risks and potential deal breakers, assess the strengths and weaknesses of the business against industry benchmarks, and assist with...

Education

University of Rochester - Simon Business School

Master's degree, Finance, General

2017 2018

Narsee Monjee College of Commerce and Economics

Bachelors of Management Studies (B.M.S.), Finance

2012 2015

Abu Dhabi Indian School, Abu Dhabi, united Arab Emirates

High School

Others at Dragoneer Investment Group, LLC (10)

NameRoleLocation
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Anelle Snyder
Senior Valuation AnalystSan Francisco, CA , United States
Daniel Gillespie
Daniel Gillespie
PartnerSan Francisco, CA , United States
Patrick Gordon
Patrick Gordon
PrincipalSan Francisco, CA , United States
Pat Robertson
Pat Robertson
President and Co-founderSan Francisco, CA , United States
Cameron Van de Graaf
Cameron Van de Graaf
PrincipalCA , United States
Jerry Guo
Jerry Guo
PrincipalSan Francisco, CA , United States
K
Kartik Gupta
PrincipalSan Francisco, CA , United States
Kori Lu
Kori Lu
AssociateNew York, NY , United States
Michael Cooney
Michael Cooney
PrincipalSan Francisco, CA , United States
M
Michael Dimitruk
PartnerSan Francisco, CA , United States

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