Preston Barnes
Honor Student Seeking Summer Internship
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About
A highly motivated, disciplined honors student at the University of Alabama, Culverhouse School of Business seeking an internship in the entertainment, finance and/or sports industry. Interested in leveraging education, passion and real-work experience to contribute to the organization's objectives while gaining valuable industry experience. Hometown: Los Angeles
Experience
American Discovery Capital, Los Angeles, CA
Investment Banking Summer Analyst, June 2022 - August 2022
- Completed in-depth industry research on the radar and sensor industries to identify attractive niche markets for potential leveraged buyout transactions
- Reviewed confidential information memorandums (CIMs) and drafted detailed write-ups summarizing key business strengths and areas for further diligence with respect to specific investment opportunities
- Shadowed current private equity associates and studied diligence materials from prior deals to understand American Discovery Capital’s investment approach and value creation strategies
- Focused on Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, S&P Capital IQ, and Market Research
Education
Intro to Accounting: Studied accounting and financial reporting concepts in financial decisions
Business Finance: Established framework for making financing, investing, and dividend decisions
Sports Coach and Mentor: Mentor inner-city kids for lacrosse and coach for baseball and lacrosse. Multi-Sport Athlete.
Academic Merit Scholarship to the University of Alabama
Honors College
3.95 GPA
