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At Sands Capital, we strive to hire exceptional talent who will live our values and support our efforts to deliver on our mission.
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Uncovering Europe’s Next Generation of Global Leaders

From aquaculture to semiconductors, European firms are quietly becoming global leaders in innovation, sustainability, and value creation.

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Revolutionizing Public Safety: The Axon Ecosystem

In this episode of What Matters Most, ⁠Sands Capital Portfolio Manager and Sr. Research Analyst Danielle Menichella discusses the business’ journey from Taser maker to artificial intelligence-powered software developer. 

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Fostering Long-Term Thinking

Executive Managing Director and Senior Portfolio Manager Brian Christiansen discusses the importance of candor, collaboration, and entrepreneurialism in creating a culture that promotes long-term thinking.

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FPT Harnesses Education to Transform Talent Landscape

FPT has harnessed education to drive Vietnam’s digital transformation and human-capital development.

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Philosophy & Approach

Our philosophy is rooted in the belief that, over time, stock prices will reflect the earnings power and growth of the underlying businesses.

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Stewardship

Our latest annual report offers a comprehensive view of how we add value through active stewardship.

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Public Equity

Our newest strategy takes an unconstrained approach to seeking the best growth businesses outside of the U.S.

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Venture and Growth Equity

Sands Capital invests in innovative businesses across all stages of the growth spectrum

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Eric C. Perlish

Managing Director, Head of Trading and Risk Analytics

Joined Sands Capital

2011

Work Experience

Sands Capital (2020 - 2024)
Arlington, VA | Global Head of Trading

Sands Capital (2015 - 2019)
Arlington, VA | Head of Global Trading

Sands Capital (2011 - 2014)
Arlington, VA | Sr. Trader

Ironbound Capital (2004 - 2010)
Princeton, NJ | Head Trader

Cisco Systems (2004)
Malvern, PA | Project Analyst

Merrill Lynch Investment Managers (1998 - 2003)
Plainsboro, NJ | Assistant Vice President

Education

Rider University (1997)
BBA | Actuarial Science and Finance

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