ETA Insider Podcast Building ETA Boards and Deals
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Feb 27, 2025 
Anthony Walker, Co-head at Next Coast Legacy and mentor in finance, shares his fascinating journey from Wall Street to entrepreneurship through acquisition. He delves into the evolution of ETA, emphasizing the crucial role of effective board governance in supporting new CEOs. Anthony discusses the importance of mentorship and relationship-building, highlighting how casual board dinners can enhance trust and communication. He also reflects on the analytical approach to entrepreneurship and the significance of financial education in shaping investment strategies.
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Anthony's Career Path
- Anthony Walker started his career at Morgan Stanley, then Lehman Brothers, and later Aerial Investments.
- While working full-time, he pursued his MBA at the University of Chicago Booth School of Business.
Booth and Private Equity
- Anthony chose Booth for its rigorous analytical finance program.
- His interest in private equity sparked in Steve Kaplan's entrepreneurial finance class.
Hedge Fund Experience
- After Booth, Anthony worked at Citadel and Millennium in the hedge fund world.
- He honed his financial analysis skills but missed long-term investing.