About
Akash Salam is an Analyst at Sora Investors, an investment firm based in New York specializing in global public equities within the technology sector. At Sora Investors, Akash focuses on fundamental research and analysis of technology-driven industries, such as semiconductors, fintech, software, solar, clean tech, and cybersecurity, working to identify high-potential companies across US, Asia, and other developed markets.
Prior to joining Sora Investors in July 2023, Akash served as a Senior Investment Associate and Investment Associate at Citadel, where he gained extensive experience in investment analysis and portfolio management at one of the world’s leading alternative investment firms. Earlier in his career, he also worked with Siris Capital, contributing to private equity strategies within the TMT (Technology, Media & Telecom) sector.
Akash holds a Bachelor of Arts from Yale University and completed his secondary education at Stanford Online High School and Arroyo Grande High School. He is recognized for his expertise in technology sector investments and his rigorous analytical approach, contributing meaningfully to asset allocation and risk assessment within innovative industries.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sora Investors | Analyst | Jul 2023 to Present | — |
| Citadel | Senior Investment Associate | Jun 2022 to Jul 2023 | — |
| Citadel | Investment Associate | Jul 2021 to May 2022 | — |
| Siris Capital Group | Private Equity Associate | Jul 2019 to Jul 2021 | — |
| Centerview Partners | Investment Banking Analyst | Jul 2017 to Jun 2019 | — |
| Yale University Careers | Research Analyst | Jan 2014 to Jan 2015 | — |
| Albertsons | Courtesy Clerk | Jun 2012 to Dec 2012 | — |
Education
Yale University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
2013 — 2017
Stanford University
Online High School
2012 — 2013
Arroyo Grande High School
High School Diploma
2009 — 2013
Skills & Expertise
Others at Sora Investors LLC (9)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
L Larry Ge | Portfolio Manager and Partner | CA , United States |
 | Investment Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Partner and Portfolio Manager | Chicago, IL , United States |
F Fangyi Fan | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
J James Mott | Analyst | United States |
 | Managing Partner, Chief Investment Officer, Portfolio Manager, Analyst | United States |
 | Portfolio Manager | Chicago, IL , United States |
N Nancy X. | Analyst | New York, NY , United States |
 | Analyst | San Francisco, CA , United States |
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