Professional Summary - Rachel Wu
Professional Overview
Rachel Wu is an experienced Investment Professional at HarbourVest Partners in Hong Kong. She specializes in private equity and venture capital investments, with a strong focus on the technology and healthcare sectors across the Asia-Pacific region.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As an Investment Professional at HarbourVest Partners since 2019, Rachel is responsible for identifying, evaluating, and executing private market investment opportunities. She plays a key role in the firm's deal sourcing, due diligence, and portfolio management activities, contributing to the deployment of over $500 million in capital across 15 investments in the past 3 years.
Career Progression
Prior to joining HarbourVest, Rachel was a Senior Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, where she advised leading multinational corporations on growth strategy, market entry, and operational optimization initiatives in the technology and healthcare industries. She also gained valuable experience as an Intern Analyst at BDA China Ltd. and a Part-Time Assistant at The Boston Consulting Group, further developing her analytical and advisory capabilities.
Academic Background
Rachel holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology, where she graduated with First Class Honors and was recognized as the valedictorian of her class.
Areas of Expertise
- Private equity and venture capital investments
- Investment due diligence and portfolio management
- Technology and healthcare industry analysis
- Strategic consulting and advisory services
- Financial modeling and data-driven decision making
Professional Impact
During her time at HarbourVest, Rachel has played a pivotal role in the firm's investments in several high-growth technology startups, including a leading FinTech platform that has since achieved unicorn status and a pioneering digital health company that has expanded its operations to multiple markets across Asia. Her contributions have been instrumental in driving the firm's deal flow and enhancing its investment performance in the region.
Conclusion
With a proven track record of success in the private markets industry and a deep understanding of the Asia-Pacific business landscape, Rachel is poised to continue making significant contributions to HarbourVest's investment strategies and growth initiatives. Her versatile skill set, strong analytical capabilities, and collaborative approach make her a valuable asset to the firm and its clients.
