drew beard, ASSOCIATE

Drew is an Associate at Serra Ventures. He has public accounting experience in audit, tax, and valuation engagements in industries ranging from private equity and venture capital to farming and agribusiness. At Serra Ventures, Drew assists with investment research and operations of the management company. He also provides M&A advisory, investor support, and portfolio company support.

Before joining Serra Ventures, Drew worked in public accounting in Chicago and Champaign. He is also a licensed pilot and flight instructor.

Drew received a bachelor’s degree in Agricultural & Consumer Economics and a Master of Accounting Science (MAS) from the University of Illinois.