
Katya E.
5.0
(9)
1,305 min coaching

Studied at Stanford Graduate School of Business
Works at BGV
Available Sunday at 4:00 PM UTC
Usually responds within 3 hours
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About Katya
I’m a VC investor at BGV, an early-stage fund focused on Enterprise AI. My path into venture was far from conventional — I built an international career before moving to the U.S. for my MBA at Stanford, where I navigated the challenging journey of breaking into VC full-time. As a coach, I work with individuals who are serious about making this leap — and are ready to put in the work. Here’s how I help: - Strategize practical, creative ways to break into venture — even if you’re getting rejected or feel stuck. - Revamp your resume to stand out in a highly specific, competitive job market. - Think through whether you need an MBA, startup experience, or another route to make the transition. - Prepare for interviews, especially technical cases like market mapping, NRR cohort analysis, or building a thesis. - Develop and refine investment theses, and review deal memos or startup pitches with an investor lens. - Offer guidance on how to succeed once you land the role — not just get the offer. - Occasionally, I share relevant job postings or make intros within my network when appropriate. Whether you're pre-MBA, post-MBA, or exploring a transition from operating, I've helped others like you land VC roles — and I'm here to help you do the same.
Why do I coach?
Breaking into VC is hard — and lonely. I had a coach who helped me stay motivated, sharpen my pitch, and keep going through rejection. It made all the difference. I coach because I’ve been there. I know how much it matters to have someone in your corner who understands the process, helps you avoid common mistakes, and keeps you accountable. I also wish something like Leland had existed back when I was recruiting — and that it had been more accessible. So now, I’m paying it forward.
Work Experience

Board Observer
Covu
January 2024 - Present

Advisor
Unlock Real Estate
September 2023 - Present
Associate / Senior Associate
BGV
July 2023 - Present
Venture Capital Investor in Early-Stage Enterprise Software Startups anchored in Silicon Valley. If you are building in the B2B SaaS space, feel free to reach out at katya [@] bgv.vc Business-to-Business (B2B), Artificial Intelligence (AI) and +3 skills

Associate / Senior Associate
McKinsey & Company
June 2022 - September 2022
PE/ due diligence Due Diligence, Private Equity and +2 skills

Senior Business Analyst
McKinsey & Company
April 2019 - September 2021
Business Strategy, Operations Management and +1 skill
Education

Stanford Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
2021 - 2023
Admissions Committee Experience
Activities and societies: Stanford Women on Boards, Cardinal Ventures Clubs: Venture Capital, Entrepreneurship, Private Equity
9 Reviews
Overall Rating
5.0
Knowledge
5.0
Value
5.0
Responsiveness
5.0
Supportiveness
5.0
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Katya has helped Leland clients get into Venture Capital