Peter Jost
About Peter Jost
Peter Jost is an Executive Assistant at General Catalyst in San Francisco, California, where he has worked since 2021. He has previous experience in various roles, including positions at Coursera, Kleiner Perkins, J.P. Morgan, and Edward Jones.
Work at General Catalyst
Peter Jost has been serving as an Executive Assistant at General Catalyst since 2021. In this role, he supports the operations of the firm, contributing to the management of executive schedules and facilitating communication within the organization. His position is based in San Francisco, California, where he has been part of the team for three years.
Previous Experience in Executive Assistance
Prior to his current role, Peter Jost worked as an Executive Assistant at Kleiner Perkins from 2017 to 2018. He supported the office of a Senior Partner during his tenure. Additionally, he served as an Executive Assistant at J.P. Morgan from 2013 to 2016, where he worked for three years in the San Francisco Bay Area. His experience in these roles has equipped him with skills in managing high-level executive functions.
Consulting Experience at Coursera
Peter Jost worked as a Consultant at Coursera for a period of seven months in 2013. His role involved providing insights and support to enhance the company's operations. This experience contributed to his understanding of the educational technology sector.
Education and Language Proficiency
Peter Jost studied at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where he earned a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Spanish. He also completed an Intensive Catalan Language Program at Universitat de Barcelona, further enhancing his language skills and cultural understanding.
Financial Advisory Background
Before transitioning to executive assistance roles, Peter Jost worked as a Financial Advisor at Edward Jones in 2012 for 11 months. This position provided him with foundational knowledge in financial services and client management.