Eric VanWinkle

About Me

Economics concentrator with experience in international growth equity and venture capital. Leadership in Harvard's Financial Analyst and Investment clubs.

Location

Cambridge, MA
Gig Harbor, WA
Education
    Harvard University
    September 2017 - May 2021
    degree
    Bachelor's
    major
    Economics
    Bellarmine Preparatory School
    August 2013 - April 2017
Work Experience
    Golden Palm Investments
    Venture Capital Summer Analyst
    Accra, Greater Accra Region, Ghana
    June 2018 - present
    company
    Golden Palm Investments
    title
    Venture Capital Summer Analyst
    overview
    • Performed due diligence on 5 investment opportunities across pan-African tech and healthcare to add to one of the highest-growth portfolios on the African continent, while taking the lead on a potential deal with Kenyan retailer. • Currently creating valuation, identifying key operating metrics, and analyzing risk profile for logistics company. • Enhanced Golden Palm pitch deck by updating competitive landscape report and key drivers in the African economy.
Fun Fact

Read my first income statement at age 11 at my family's small retail business.

Passion

I have a passion for finding new and creative ways to communicate and collaborate, whether that be through language, music, or sports. I also am motivated to achieve at the highest level both personally and professionally.

Skills
Languages
GermanSpanish
Leadership
    Harvard Mozart Society Orchestra
    Pianist
    January 2018 - present
    Harvard Financial Analyst Club
    Investment Research Analyst
    September 2017 - present
    Harvard Rugby Football Club
    Fullback and Winger
Hobbies
Skiing
Flying
Rugby
Traveling