Sam Ku
About Sam Ku
Sam Ku serves as the Senior Corporate Counsel at Carta, having transitioned from a previous role as Corporate Counsel at the same company. He holds degrees in Journalism, French, and Law, along with an MBA, and has extensive experience in corporate law and venture capital.
Work at Carta
Sam Ku currently serves as Senior Corporate Counsel at Carta, a position he has held since 2023. Prior to this role, he worked as Corporate Counsel at Carta for 10 months in 2022. His work at Carta is based in San Francisco, California, where he focuses on legal matters related to corporate governance and compliance.
Education and Expertise
Sam Ku earned a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and French from New York University, completing his studies from 2007 to 2011. He furthered his education by obtaining a Juris Doctor (JD) from New York University School of Law between 2013 and 2017. Additionally, he holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from NYU Stern School of Business, which he completed from 2015 to 2017.
Background
Sam Ku completed his high school education at Mira Loma High School, graduating with a High School Diploma in 2006. His professional journey includes various roles in legal and corporate environments, primarily in New York and San Francisco. He has accumulated experience in venture capital, corporate law, and growth strategy.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining Carta, Sam Ku held several positions in the legal field. He worked as Associate in Emerging Companies & Venture Capital at Cooley LLP from 2017 to 2019. He also served as Counsel at Atomic from 2019 to 2022, where he advanced to Senior Counsel. His earlier roles include internships at Female Founders Fund and Grand Central Tech, as well as a paralegal position at Arent Fox LLP.
Internship Experience
During his academic career, Sam Ku gained valuable experience through various internships. He worked as an MBA Investment Intern at Female Founders Fund and 37 Angels in 2016, focusing on investment strategies. Additionally, he served as an MBA Growth Strategy Intern at Grand Central Tech, where he contributed to growth initiatives.