Elie Pariente-Cohen is a finance professional whose career spans notable achievements in corporate development, investment banking, and strategic investments, particularly within the media and FinTech sectors. He graduated with honors from New York University’s Stern School of Business with a focus in Finance and Global Business. Most recently, at BuzzFeed Inc., Elie played a crucial role in leading the sale of part of Complex Networks to NTWRK for approximately $109M. He also led the development of a new liquidity forecast model to improve BuzzFeed’s cash management and helped format, coordinate, and create board materials. At Financial Technology Partners, Elie assisted in forecasting client financials to prepare them for M&A or financing transactions. He also coordinated with deal teams to prepare materials regarding valuation, financials, and business management for investors.
At both BuzzFeed and Financial Technology Partners, Elie provided insight concerning company strategy for various brands and businesses in Media and FinTech. While pursuing his studies at NYU Stern School of Business, he founded Hummingbird Capital Fund and focused on cryptocurrency investments that yielded an impressive ~1,100% ROI for investors. At AIG, his analytical skills shone through in his work analyzing the thesis behind multiple models, producing insightful data that informed strategic decisions throughout the AIG organization. He has a blend of strategic insight, analytical prowess, and innovative thinking combined with a passion to support and help pave the future.
