Paul Inouye was born in San Francisco and raised in San Carlos, being one of three brothers. He completed his education at Bellarmine College Prep in San Jose, followed by UC Berkeley and later pursued an MBA at The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
His interests include cycling, running, swimming, and engaging in CrossFit exercises. He also enjoys traveling, skiing, listening to 80s music and EDM, watching 80s movies, reading, studying military history, and playing fantasy football. His athletic pursuits have seen him play both high school and collegiate Rugby and he has participated in events like The Vineman Ironman, the Vineman Half Ironman, the Hawaiian Half Ironman, and marathons in San Francisco, Avenue of the Giants, and NYC.
With over 30 years of experience in West Coast technology banking, he possessed strong domain knowledge, deep insights into strategic and financial buyers, well-honed negotiating skills, and extensive knowledge of the M&A process. His former career focused on M&A transactions for software and internet tech businesses., applying his firsthand experience in growing a business to ensure successful outcomes for his former clients, who had dedicated years to building their enterprises. His professional journey included roles at Robertson Stephens, Morgan Stanley, Piper Jaffray, Lehman Brothers, Perella Weinberg, and Moelis & Company. He is a father to two children,Miles and Sutton.
He has been featured in Sportztalk, sharing his training tips and preparation strategies for first- time marathon runners. Beyond being a foundehistior and CEO, his active lifestyle includes regularly competing in marathons and Ironman races. Paul Inouye is a proponent of pushing oneself to the limits and shares this philosophy through his advice and tips.
