Sam Pekarek
About Sam Pekarek
Sam Pekarek is an Investment Banking Associate currently working at Piper Sandler, where he has been employed since 2023. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Yale University and has experience in various financial roles, including positions at Ecolab and Plug and Play Tech Center.
Current Role at Piper Sandler
Sam Pekarek currently serves as an Investment Banking Associate at Piper Sandler, a position he has held since 2023. He works in the Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area. His role involves supporting various investment banking activities, contributing to financial analysis, and assisting in deal execution.
Previous Experience in Investment Banking
Prior to his current role, Sam Pekarek worked at Piper Sandler as an Investment Banking Analyst from 2021 to 2023. In this capacity, he gained experience in financial modeling, valuation, and transaction support. Additionally, he completed a summer internship at Piper Sandler in 2020 as an Investment Banking Summer Analyst for two months.
Educational Background
Sam Pekarek studied at Yale University, where he earned a Bachelor's degree in Economics from 2017 to 2021. He also attended The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2018, focusing on Mathematics and Statistics. His foundational education began at Eastview High School, where he studied from 2013 to 2017.
Experience in Financial Analysis
In 2019, Sam Pekarek worked as a Financial Analyst in the Treasury department at Ecolab for two months. This role provided him with insights into corporate finance and treasury management. He also served as a Venture Analyst at Plug and Play Tech Center from 2020 to 2021, where he analyzed investment opportunities in startups.
Leadership Role at Yale Entrepreneurial Society
Sam Pekarek held the position of Treasurer at the Yale Entrepreneurial Society from 2019 to 2021. In this role, he managed financial operations and contributed to the society's initiatives aimed at fostering entrepreneurship among students.