Rushi Patel

Rushi Patel is a seasoned finance professional with extensive experience in private markets and investor relations. Currently serving as a Senior Private Markets Associate at EquityZen since July 2022, Rushi previously held the role of Investor Relations Associate at Disruptive, where the focus was on late-stage venture capital investments. Prior to that, Rushi worked as an Analyst at Dimensional Fund Advisors, contributing to significant benchmarking studies for Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) within a leading global asset management firm. Rushi's career includes roles as a Summer Analyst at Dimensional Fund Advisors, Law Clerk at Stephen G. Nagle & Associates, and Teaching and Research Assistant at The University of Texas at Austin, showcasing a diverse skill set in finance, law, and education. Rushi holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Accounting and Finance from Texas McCombs School of Business, complemented by a study abroad experience in Marketing and Finance at Esade.