Jake Hallac, CFA

Jake Hallac, CFA, is a seasoned equity research analyst specializing in internet stocks at Citi. With a strong foundation in finance, he kickstarted his career by investing in public equities within L/S hedge funds at the prestigious Blackstone Group.

Continuing his journey, Jake pursued a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from MIT Sloan School of Management. During his time at MIT, he undertook internships at MasterClass, focusing on business development, and engaged in startup scouting for New Enterprise Associates (NEA).

Post his MBA, Jake delved into diverse roles, including serving in the Office of the CEO at Plenty, an innovative indoor farming company, and contributing to business development initiatives at Blend, a fintech firm supported by Coatue and Tiger Global.

With a multifaceted background spanning finance, business development, and venture scouting, Jake has held various key positions such as Vice President of Internet Equity Research at Citi, Senior Associate focusing on Internet and Digital Media at JMP Securities LLC, and Senior Business Development Manager at Blend.

Jake Hallac's educational accomplishments include a Bachelor's degree in Political Science with a Minor in Business from Northwestern University, complemented by his MBA from MIT Sloan School of Management.

Throughout his professional journey, Jake has honed his skills in equity research, business development, finance, and venture capital, making him a versatile professional with a deep understanding of the tech and finance sectors.