Gui Costin, Founder and CEO

Gui Costin

Founder, CEO

Gui Costin is the Founder and CEO of Dakota, a financial, software, data and media company based in Philadelphia, PA. Dakota’s flagship product, Dakota Marketplace, is a database of institutional investors used by over 6,000 fundraisers and many of the leading global investment firms. Prior to starting his entrepreneurial career, Gui earned his Bachelor of Science in Rhetoric and Communications from the University of Virginia. In 2001, he relocated to Philadelphia, working for a number of firms in the area before founding Dakota in 2006.

Blogs Written By Gui

The Dakota Way Sales Coaching: October 22, 2026

Hosted by Gui Costin, Founder & CEO, Dakota Watch on YouTube | Listen on Spotify Executive Summary: Gui Costin goes solo this month to walk boutique-firm fundraisers through The Dakota Way, the four...

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How University Career Centers Can Connect Students With Private Equity, Venture Capital, and Investment Banking Professionals

Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Most students chasing a career in private...

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How Business Schools Can Find and Recruit Guest Speakers From the Investment Industry

Data sourced from Dakota Marketplace, the global LP and GP intelligence platform trusted by thousands of investment professionals. Learn More | Book a Demo Most business schools find guest speakers...

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