Max Hong, Malk Partners

Max Hong

Global Responsible Finance Director

USA


Biography

As a veteran in private equity and consulting, Max has a track record of innovation, entrepreneurial drive, and a strategic mindset.

Prior to joining Malk, Max was an Operating Partner at Crosspoint Capital Partners, a private equity firm focused on cybersecurity and infrastructure software. He has also served as a Managing Director and Partner at the Boston Consulting Group (BCG) and has held senior executive roles where he led two high-growth light-emitting diode (LED) businesses. He was the General Manager of Philips Lighting LED Systems Global Business Unit, where he accelerated growth and profitability. He was also EVP of Sales & Marketing for Bridgelux, Inc., an LED chip on-board manufacturer, ramping the revenue growth and helping guide a strategic exit for its venture capital investors.

Prior to these executive roles, Max was a Partner at McKinsey & Company, where he served financial services and technology companies across the U.S. and Asia.

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  • Sunset over solar panels in a green field located in countryside, showing renewable energy in action during late afternoon
    Insight

    26 August 2026

    13 minutes read

    Energy shocks and private markets: How investment managers can build energy resilience

    by Max Hong, Helena Kilburn, Anna Swartley, Bridger Ryland


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  • Cargo vessels congestion blocking maritime traffic in the Strait of Hormuz
    Insight

    26 August 2026

    11 minutes read

    Energy shocks and private market resilience: Why the Gulf Crisis matters for private markets

    by Max Hong, Helena Kilburn, Anna Swartley, Bridger Ryland


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