About
Ayaka Misonou is an Associate at ValueAct Capital, a San Francisco-based investment firm known for its long-term and constructive approach to investing in high-quality public companies. In her role, she contributes to the firm's investment diligence, portfolio analysis, and strategic engagements with management teams. ValueAct typically invests in large-cap companies across sectors such as technology, healthcare, consumer, and financial services, with recent notable positions in firms like Meta Platforms and Flutter Entertainment.
Prior to joining ValueAct Capital in 2022, Ayaka held roles at Goldman Sachs, progressing from Business Analyst to Associate. Her background in financial analysis and investment banking provided her with expertise in deal execution, market research, and client advisory across diverse sectors.
While her education information is not publicly available, Ayaka is recognized for her analytical acumen and her experience supporting institutional investing. She specializes in public equity investments, long-term value creation, and cross-sector portfolio strategies, leveraging her prior experience at a top-tier global financial institution.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| ValueAct Capital | Associate | Sep 2022 to Present | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Associate | Aug 2019 to Sep 2022 | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Business Analyst | Apr 2016 to Sep 2022 | — |
| Goldman Sachs | Intern | Oct 2016 to Dec 2016 | — |
Others at Valueact Holdings, L.P. (6)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Partner | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Partner | CA , United States | |
T Todd Bourell | Partner | Westwood, MA , United States |
| Partner | San Francisco, CA , United States | |
| Partner | United States | |
J Jason Anderson | Investment Professional | San Francisco, CA , United States |
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