Shirel Farasatpour

Acquisitions & Asset Management Intern @Westline Equity Partners | USC Marshall Dean’s List | VC Analyst @VCA | Financial Consultant @TAMID

Los Angeles, California, United States

About

I'm a highly entrepreneurial student, obsessed with solving problems creatively, and bringing forth innovative approaches. In my time at USC, I have worked extensively in the venture space, both on the operator & investor sides, leading growth initiatives for start-up clients across CPG, SaaS, & more. I thrive in client-facing & collaborative environments, where I can build meaningful relationships while creating value. Through building my own venture, I have developed the ability to adapt quickly, think strategically under pressure, and lead with curiosity. I am particularly drawn to fast-paced environments, where projects make a real impact, and where people are always forward-thinking. Looking for opportunities where I can keep learning, and help build what’s next.

Experience

  • Acquisitions & Asset Management Intern at Westline Equity Partners
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    Evaluating multifamily acquisitions through a returns-first lens, applying sensitivity analysis and scenario modeling to assess downside risk and drive go/no-go decisions. Built proprietary AI tooling to sharpen acquisition diligence, contributing across the full deal lifecycle from underwriting through asset management and investor relations.

  • VC Academy (11 mos)
    • VC Analyst & Scout
      Mar 2026 - Present · 4 mos

      Conduct weekly sourcing and diligence on USC- and LA-based startups, evaluating market size, unit economics, and return potential. Through cold founder outreach, identify 15 high-conviction opportunities over an 8-week period and develop clear, data-driven investment theses. Build investment memos and pitch 3 selected startups directly to partner VCs and angel investors.

    • Venture Capital Academy Cohort 3 Member
      Aug 2025 - Mar 2026 · 8 mos

      8-week applied learning cohort program, where I learned directly from a serial VC and founder to develop investment acumen and conviction-building skills. Learned process & technique on sourcing & evaluating startups, building CAP tables, value models, & conducting financial and operational due diligence. Closed with presenting a final investment memo, simulating real-world portfolio construction decisions.

  • TAMID at USC (1 yr 11 mos)
    • Director of Programming | Financial Consulting
      Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

      Own TAMID’s professional programming end-to-end by organizing networking events and speaker sessions, building relationships with industry professionals, and creating meaningful opportunities for student learning and connection. Effective strategic outreach and long-term relationship building between TAMID USC and industry leaders. Financial analysis and advising for start-up clients across industries and growth initiatives.

    • Consulting Project Manager
      Jul 2025 - Jan 2026 · 7 mos

      Led a 7-person advising team on a client project for a B2B SMB in Tel Aviv, Israel. Owned project scope, timeline, and client communication to exceed client objectives in a short-turnaround. Conducted primary and secondary market research and authored a 12-page strategic report analyzing the landscape of new client base and customer segments the company was looking into. Identified growth opportunities, delivered data-driven recommendations to guide positioning and go-to-market strategy.

    • Consulting Member
      Jan 2025 - Jun 2025 · 6 mos

      Supported a health tech startup based in Tel Aviv, Israel, focused on U.S. market expansion. I led research and analysis to build a revenue model and pricing framework. Synthesized market data and competitive insights to deliver actionable recommendations on product positioning and growth strategy.

  • TA - Lloyd Greif Center for Entreprenurial Studies Undergraduate Course at Lloyd Greif Center for Entrepreneurial Studies - USC Marshall
    Jan 2026 - Present · 6 mos

    Assist with grading, course operations, and student support across 3 course sections, ~120 students in total. Evaluate entrepreneurial projects surrounding idea generation, lean-start up method process, start-up business development, and provide guidance on achieving successful course outcomes. Serve as communicative liaison between students and professor, and foster sense of structure and smooth operational flow for the course.

  • Executive Board Member at Chabad at University of Southern California
    Aug 2025 - Present · 11 mos

    Facilitate sponsor and fundraising initiatives. Coordinate community events planning & organizational operations, including budget allocation, community relationship management, and partnership outreach. Maintain community presence to position organization for growth & high campus engagement.