Zhong joins Pike Street from Wendel, a global investment firm, where she focused on control equity investments in sectors including business services, education, and IT services. At Wendel, she led diligence efforts, developed investment theses, and partnered with portfolio companies on growth strategy, M&A, and operational improvements. Her deep understanding of the operational levers that drive value will further enhance Pike Street’s hands-on, operationally focused approach. Prior to Wendel, Zhong was an Associate Consultant at Bain & Company, advising clients on pricing, procurement, and financial strategy.
She holds a B.S. in Mathematical and Computational Sciences and a B.A. in French Studies from Stanford University, where she graduated with honors.
“Minjia brings an outstanding mix of analytical rigor, transaction execution, and operational value creation,” said Ed Whatley, Partner. “Her ability to lead diligence efforts and collaborate effectively with management teams will be a huge asset to our firm and to the portfolio. We’re thrilled to have her on the team.”
Pike Street invests in middle-market companies with strong leadership teams, clear growth potential, and durable market positions. The firm focuses on sectors where it has deep operating and investing experience, including industrial technology, specialty manufacturing, distribution & logistics, and business services.
Zhong will be based in Pike Street’s Seattle, WA office.
About Pike Street Capital
Pike Street Capital is a Seattle-based firm specializing in middle-market investments across the industrial technology, specialty manufacturing, distribution and logistics, and business services sectors. The firm leverages an integrated investment and operational approach to drive long-term value creation, working closely with management teams to accelerate growth, enhance capabilities, scale operations, and build market-leading businesses. More information is available at www.pikestreetcapital.com.