Andrew Mc Donald
About Andrew Mc Donald
Andrew McDonald serves as the Associate Director of Finance at BridgeBio, where he specializes in Research & Development and Corporate Financial Planning & Analysis. He has extensive experience in investment banking and corporate finance, having previously held roles at Leerink Partners and Amgen.
Work at BridgeBio
Andrew McDonald has been serving as the Associate Director of Finance at BridgeBio since 2022. In this role, he specializes in Research & Development, Corporate and Partnership Financial Planning & Analysis (FP&A). Prior to his current position, he worked as a Senior Finance Manager at BridgeBio from 2020 to 2022, indicating a progression in leadership responsibilities within the company.
Experience in Investment Banking
Before joining BridgeBio, Andrew McDonald worked at Leerink Partners from 2013 to 2016 in healthcare investment banking. His experience at Leerink Partners included roles such as Investment Banking Summer Analyst in 2012, where he gained foundational knowledge in the finance sector. His tenure in investment banking has contributed to his expertise in corporate finance.
Career at Amgen
Andrew McDonald held multiple finance roles at Amgen, including Finance Manager from 2018 to 2020 and Senior Financial Associate from 2016 to 2018. His time at Amgen allowed him to develop a strong understanding of finance within the biotechnology industry. He also briefly served as Finance Manager in 2020 for six months.
Educational Background
Andrew McDonald studied Finance and achieved a Business Administration degree at San Francisco State University from 2010 to 2012. Prior to that, he attended the College of San Mateo from 2007 to 2010. His educational background has provided him with a solid foundation in finance, which he has applied throughout his career.
Early Career and Internships
Andrew McDonald began his career as a Barista at Starbucks from 2007 to 2012, where he developed customer service skills. He also completed an internship at Western Peaks from 2011 to 2012, which lasted four months. These early experiences contributed to his professional development before transitioning into finance.