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    Dan Chou

    Chief Executive Officer at A4 Capital

    Dan Chou is a business professional with extensive experience in various leadership roles. Here are some key details about his career and background:

    Professional Experience

    Dan Chou served as an Advisor to 'Aina, a highly regarded restaurant in San Francisco, from August 2016 to December 2019.1 In this role, he assisted with business strategy, marketing, revenue optimization, operational goal setting, and leadership mentorship.

    Currently, Dan Chou holds the position of Chief Executive Officer at A4 Capital, a boutique investment firm based in San Antonio, Texas.1 He has been in this role since September 2017, focusing on small business acquisitions and long-term value creation.

    Previous Roles

    Some of Dan Chou's notable previous positions include:

    • Vice President of Operations at EdgeMakers, Inc. (December 2015 - August 2016)
    • Founder of Udemy for Business and Director of Business Development at Udemy (January 2013 - December 2015)
    • Managing Director at California Education Partners, LLC (2005 - 2012)
    • Associate in Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley in Hong Kong (1999 - 2002)

    Education

    Dan Chou holds an MBA from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management, specializing in Marketing, Management & Strategy.1 He also earned a BS in Finance and International Business from Georgetown University.1

    Skills and Expertise

    Throughout his career, Dan Chou has demonstrated expertise in:

    • Business strategy
    • Investment management
    • Startup operations
    • Educational technology
    • Financial services

    His diverse background spans industries such as education, technology, finance, and hospitality, showcasing his versatility as a business leader and advisor.

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    Experience

    Chief Executive Officer at A4 Capital (September 2017 - Present)
    - Advisor at 'Aina (August 2016 - December 2019) - Vice President of Operations at EdgeMakers, Inc. (December 2015 - August 2016) - Founder of Udemy for Business / Director of Business Development at Udemy (January 2013 - December 2015) - Managing Director at California Education Partners, LLC (2005 - 2012) - Associate - Technology Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley (1999 - 2002) - Analyst - Oil & Gas Investment Banking at JPMorgan Chase (1997 - 1999) - Analyst-Infrastructure Privatization at Arthur Andersen (1996 - 1997)

    Education

    MBA in Marketing, Management & Strategy from Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management BS in Finance, International Business from Georgetown University

    Location

    San Francisco Bay Area