This kind of position is found mainly in New York, Chicago, or San Francisco. Of these cities, the Bay Area was my first choice because it is prettier and cleaner, with more to do on weekends, like hiking and skiing. Working with both the venture capitalists as well as the growth companies they support is refreshing and invigorating. Brooke Basham liked the attitude of the business climate of California. San Francisco is a great city for young professionals, particularly MBAs.
People here are very career focused, yet they still like to have fun.
Companies in the area have realized that you can be successful, efficient, and profitable without being stuffy. And the money-making potential is terrific in California. The CMO at Cox helped me understand what employers were looking for through mock interviews, resume, and job search workshops. Ultimately Weldon's decision was based more on the opportunities available than geographic preference. As a financial center and the headquarters of Wells Fargo, San Francisco was the right career move.