Kiet La
About Kiet La
Kiet La is a Senior Account Executive on the Growth Team at Carta, specializing in equity tax advisory and cap table compliance. He has extensive experience in financial advisory roles across various companies, including Morgan Stanley and Tipalti, and holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley.
Current Role at Carta
Kiet La serves as a Senior Account Executive on the Growth Team at Carta since 2023. In this role, he focuses on providing guidance to clients regarding equity management and cap table compliance. His expertise includes advising on employee compensation strategies and equity tax advisory, particularly in preparation for potential liquidity events.
Previous Experience at Carta
Prior to his current position, Kiet La worked at Carta as a Strategic Account Executive in Equity Tax Advisory for five months in 2022. During this time, he provided insights on IPO readiness and conducted cap table audits, contributing to the financial preparedness of clients.
Professional Background in Finance
Kiet La has extensive experience in the finance sector, having held various roles at prominent firms. He worked as a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley from 2009 to 2017, and at UBS from 2007 to 2009. His career also includes positions at Oppenheimer & Co. Inc. as a Financial Analyst and at Merrill Lynch as an Equity Research Associate.
Education and Qualifications
Kiet La earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of California, Berkeley, where he studied from 1995 to 1999. This educational background laid the foundation for his career in finance and account management.
Military Service
Before entering the finance sector, Kiet La served in the United States Marine Corps as a Corporal from 1996 to 2002. His military experience contributed to his leadership skills and discipline in his subsequent professional roles.