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Gil Ahrens
Consigliere
Gil Ahrens is the founder of Macondray Hill, a group of consiglieri providing crucial advice to leaders and teams. With over 25 years of experience in Wall Street deals within the Silicon Valley innovation scene, Gil's background encompasses diverse roles.
Before delving into investment banking, Gil co-established a consumer electronics startup and engaged in strategic planning within a global conglomerate. His consulting expertise spans various areas such as Board Dynamics, Capital Raises, Communication & Messaging, and more.
Apart from his professional ventures, Gil is an accomplished author of 'Shattered, Shaken & Stirred,' a book on reconnecting with core values post adversity. He also shares his insights as a speaker at educational institutions, religious congregations, and diverse organizations.
Holding a BA in Psychology from New York University and an MBA from Boston University's Questrom School of Business, Gil's academic credentials underpin his practical experiences. His educational spectrum includes Jazz Studies at the New England Conservatory of Music.
Throughout his career, Gil has held pivotal roles at reputable organizations such as Capcade, Deutsche Bank, Wells Fargo Securities, Jefferies LLC, J.P. Morgan, and more. These roles span from Head of Venture Capital to Managing Director positions.
Aside from his professional endeavors, Gil actively participates in the San Francisco arts scene, enjoys occasional ice hockey games, and is a perpetual writer, always in the process of creating new literary works.
