Ali A Liaqat

Ali A. Liaqat has a diverse work experience in various companies. Ali A started their career in 2006 as an Analyst in Global Corporate & Investment Banking at Citi. Ali A then moved to Lehman Brothers, where they worked as a Technology M&A Investment Banking Analyst in 2007. Later, at Barclays Capital (Lehman Brothers), they served as a Mergers & Acquisitions Analyst advising technology companies on strategic issues.

In 2010, Ali joined salesforce.com as a Senior Manager in Corporate Development and Emerging Business Operations. Ali A played a crucial role in the M&A integration team and became a trusted advisor to the company's sponsors and acquired company executives.

Ali then joined McKinsey & Company in 2015 as a Summer Associate and continued as an Engagement Manager from 2016 to 2018. Ali A advised technology clients on various topics, including corporate strategy, product development, operational transformations/improvements, and M&A planning/execution.

Most recently, Ali worked at Carta as the Chief Strategy Officer, responsible for the growth strategy of the company. Ali A'skey functions included strategy and business operations, corporate development, and strategic partnerships. Ali A also led the Liquidity (CartaX) and Employee Financial Services business lines.

Overall, Ali has demonstrated expertise in strategy, corporate development, M&A integration, and advisory in technology companies.

Ali A Liaqat has a Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) degree from Harvard Business School. Prior to that, they obtained a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree in Economics from Stanford University.