Levi Pettit is an MBA candidate at Pepperdine Graziadio Business School with extensive experience in investment management and commercial banking. Most recently, he served as an Investment Associate at a single-family office, where he played a pivotal role in managing private equity and venture capital portfolios. His responsibilities included evaluating new investment opportunities, conducting in-depth due diligence, and overseeing the performance and strategy of existing investments.
Levi began his career in commercial banking, where he developed a strong foundation in risk analysis and credit assessment. As an Enterprise Risk Management Analyst, he specialized in identifying and mitigating financial risks across business units. He later advanced to a Credit Analyst role at Veritex Bank, where he honed his expertise in credit underwriting and portfolio management.
A graduate of The University of Texas at Dallas, Levi earned dual degrees in Finance and Economics, graduating Magna Cum Laude. During his undergraduate years, he excelled as a student-athlete, serving as the captain of the UTD men's golf team for two seasons and earning recognition as a two-time Cleveland/Srixon Academic All-America Scholar. His dedication to both academics and athletics reflects his commitment to discipline, leadership, and performance excellence.
Levi is also a CFA® charterholder, underscoring his deep knowledge of investment analysis, portfolio management, and ethical standards in the financial industry. He brings a unique combination of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a results-driven mindset to every opportunity.
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