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Paul Inouye

Founder, CEO
Beginning Paul Inouye's career at Robertson Stephens, he first immersed himself in the world of Silicon Valley's burgeoning entrepreneurs. Though his journey led him to prominent roles as a senior banker at leading bulge bracket firms, working with the Valley's major tech giants, his true professional calling has been advising ambitious tech founders and entrepreneurs to expand their businesses. He has appeared in Sportztalk, sharing his strategies for training and preparing for a first marathon. Beyond his roles as a founder and CEO, he is a person of broad interests, regularly participating in marathons and Ironman events. His active lifestyle aligns with his philosophy of continuous self-challenge. Eager to offer guidance, he believes running a marathon is attainable, even for those who have never jogged a mile. In recent news, he was featured in YahooFinance, offering seasoned advice on preparing a Software Business for a forthcoming sale. His insights are valuable for navigating successful M&A transactions. In his latest interview, he shed light on the practical approaches software and SAAS businesses should employ for a smooth and prosperous M&A sale. He stresses the importance of a positive and proactive approach in business positioning: "Your mindset as a leader towards a merger influences everyone involved," he points out. "Being actively involved in the process is essential, from clearly presenting the business's value proposition and competitive strengths to emphasizing its key commercial features while closely collaborating with your advisor."
Western Hills Partners
The Wharton School
Portola Valley, CA, USA

Professional Background

  • Current status
    Employed
    Open to opportunities
  • Profession
    Other
  • Fields
  • Work experience
    More than 15 years (More than 15 years relevant)
  • Management
  • Skills
    Word
    Google Drive
    ERP
  • Languages
    English
    Fluent
  • Highest level of education

Job search preferences

  • Desired job type
    Full-time
    Not interested in working remotely
  • Desired positions
    Founder & CEO
  • Desired work locations
  • Freelance

Work Experience

CEO and Founder

Feb 2020 - Present

Partner

Jun 2015 - Feb 2020
4 yrs 9 mos

Education

Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Finance
1993 - 1995
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Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Political Economics
1984 - 1988