August 07, 2025

Yalda Aoukar, Co-Founder and Managing Partner, Bracket Capital

47 minutes

Yalda Aoukar is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Bracket Capital, a leading private markets investor based in Los Angeles, which she co-launched in 2017.

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Overview

From fleeing war-torn Lebanon to skiing in Davos, to Harvard, Lehman, and beyond—Yalda’s story is one of bold pivots, fearless grit, cultural fusion, and relentless purpose. A mother of three, a global citizen, and a leader who truly cares.

00:24- About Yalda Aoukar

Yalda Aoukar is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Bracket Capital, a leading private markets investor based in Los Angeles, which she co-launched in 2017.

10:39- Do setbacks and non-traditional paths create stronger leaders?

Constantly changing schools due to war and relocation built strong adaptability and resilience from an early age.

Facing unpredictability and learning to thrive in new environments laid the foundation for handling future challenges.

Non-traditional experiences naturally developed traits like initiative, discipline, and problem-solving — key qualities in strong leaders.

20:37- How did your journey evolve after that turning point?

After Harvard, she chose investment banking in London over multilateral institutions to pragmatically repay student loans faster.

Joined Lehman Brothers right before its collapse, but quickly landed a job at Morgan Stanley next door.

Used bold, creative tactics (including leveraging drivers and faking assistant calls) to build high-level connections in Qatar, launching her footprint in the region.

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Yalda Aoukar is Co-Founder and Managing Partner of Bracket Capital, a leading private markets investor based in Los Angeles, which she co-launched in 2017.

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