Samir Goel
About Samir Goel
Samir Goel is a co-founder of Esusu, a company dedicated to bridging the racial wealth gap through financial technology. He has held various roles in organizations such as LinkedIn, MOGUL Inc., and SaverLife, and he actively advocates for equitable financial access and housing as a fundamental right.
Work at Esusu
Samir Goel serves as the Co-Founder of Esusu, a company he co-founded in 2018 alongside Wemimo Abbey. Esusu aims to leverage financial technology to bridge the racial wealth gap and create equitable financial access. Goel focuses on economic justice, advocating for housing as a fundamental right and working to dismantle barriers that affect working families. His efforts include initiatives to prevent delinquency, housing evictions, and homelessness.
Current Board Membership at SaverLife
Since 2021, Samir Goel has been a Member of the Board of Directors at SaverLife. In this role, he contributes to the organization's mission of helping low-income families save money and achieve financial stability. His experience in financial technology and economic justice supports SaverLife's objectives in promoting financial literacy and access.
Previous Experience at LinkedIn
Samir Goel held multiple roles at LinkedIn from 2015 to 2017. He worked as an Independent Contractor in Talent Acquisition for 10 months and later as a Business Leadership Program Associate for 7 months. Additionally, he was involved in Sales Strategy & Operations for the Europe, Middle East & Africa region for 11 months in Dublin, Ireland. His diverse roles at LinkedIn contributed to his expertise in business operations and talent management.
Education and Expertise
Samir Goel earned a Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree from NYU Stern School of Business, where he studied Finance, International Business, and Political Science as a minor. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his work in financial technology and economic justice, equipping him with the skills necessary to address complex financial issues and advocate for equitable access.
Background in Nonprofit and Community Initiatives
Prior to his current roles, Samir Goel co-founded Transfernation, Inc., where he served as a Board Member from 2013 to 2018. He also worked with Venture for America in Community Marketing & Strategy for one year. Additionally, he held a Summer Associate position at the United Nations University in 2014. These experiences reflect his commitment to community engagement and social impact.