Alex R
Private equity and MBA coach based in Charlotte, NC
| Hourly rate range | $110 to $200 an hour |
|---|---|
| Focus areas | Career changeJob searchConsulting and finance recruitingNew grads and studentsMBA admissionsPurpose and direction |
| Works with | Students and Professionals |
| Also coaches | Admissions consultant and Life coach |
| Based in | Charlotte, North Carolina, United States |
| Credentials | BBA in Finance and Economics, University of Notre Dame; Evening and Weekend Accelerated MBA, Kellogg School of Management |
Alex R is a private equity coach who helps people break into private equity, prepare for MBA applications, and think through career and life direction. Alex is a former investment banker who moved into private equity investing. Alex sits on the Admissions Committee at Kellogg School of Management. Alex focuses on the lower and middle market and works from Charlotte, NC. Clients who buy a coaching package join Alex's growing network for the long term.
What Alex helps with
Alex helps people learn how private and alternative investing works and how to get into the field. Alex also coaches on MBA applications and on finding meaningful work.
- Standing out in private equity recruiting
- Breaking into private equity from any background
- Learning about private equity and private credit
- Understanding investment banking careers
- Learning about venture capital and entrepreneurship
- Applying to MBA programs
- Finding meaningful work and a good life
Background and qualifications
Alex started in investment banking at Lazard from 2014 to 2016. Alex later moved into private equity and is now a Vice President at Fidus Capital, a role held from September 2023. Alex also founded Lightside Capital in March 2022 and served as an angel investor and deal due diligence lead at On Deck in 2022. Alex earned a BBA in Finance and Economics at the University of Notre Dame and an Evening and Weekend Accelerated MBA at Kellogg. Alex is also involved with the Kellogg alumni program that works with prospective MBA applicants.
Alex R pricing
Programs and services
- One-on-one coaching packages
- Private equity coaching
- MBA coaching
- Venture capital coaching
- Life coaching
- AI for finance coaching
Alex R reviews
Alex R has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 28 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
The CoachVouch take
Alex is a working private equity investor who also sits on the Kellogg Admissions Committee.
Best for aspiring investors and MBA applicants who want to break into private equity.
Common questions
How much does Alex R charge?
Coaching with Alex runs $110 to $200 an hour. Request an intro for an exact quote.
What does Alex R help with?
Alex R helps with standing out in private equity recruiting, breaking into private equity from any background, learning about private equity and private credit and understanding investment banking careers.
Does Alex R have reviews?
Alex R has a 5.0 out of 5 rating from 28 reviews on Leland, as of September 2026.
Is Alex R certified?
Alex R lists: BBA in Finance and Economics, University of Notre Dame; Evening and Weekend Accelerated MBA, Kellogg School of Management.
What part of private equity does Alex cover?
Alex covers the lower and middle market. Alex has experience across public and private investing, from early stage to traditional buyouts.
Does Alex help with MBA applications?
Yes. Alex sits on the Admissions Committee at Kellogg School of Management and offers MBA coaching.
How do I contact Alex R?
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