Ki Chang Shim
Ki Chang Shim is a highly experienced investment professional and trusted financial advisor, boasting over 20 years of comprehensive expertise in global corporate and investment banking, as well as financial advisory firms.
With a focus on business development and client relationship management, Ki Chang has successfully led multinational business practices in renowned global financial institutions and big 4 accounting firms. His responsibilities encompassed the AME (Africa and Middle East) and Russia CIS markets, where he gained a profound understanding of conducting business in emerging markets. This includes familiarity with regulatory requirements, compliance (accounting, tax, and legal), and treasury banking operations. Ki Chang’s expertise has proved invaluable in managing business-related risks and devising effective market entry and exit strategies.
Throughout his career, Ki Chang has been the go-to person and trusted advisor for investment decisions, possessing extensive experience in advisory and transaction roles across various sectors. His skill set includes leading feasibility studies, conducting valuations, performing due diligence, and providing M&A advisory services.
Ki Chang’s professional journey began as an equity research analyst, earning recognition as a Rising Star of Brightest Young Sell-Side Analyst in South Korea. He then transitioned to an investment analyst role in the first long-short equity start-up hedge fund, further enhancing his financial acumen.
In addition to his corporate endeavors, Ki Chang has served as an advisor to several government entities, including the Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA), Korea Start-up Network (KONE), and Korea SMEs and Startups Agency. He has contributed articles periodically and presented in seminars, sharing his expertise and insights with a wider audience.
Ki Chang holds an MBA from the London Business School and he is a Chartered Financial Analyst and Certified Public Accountant.