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JeeWoung Hong

M&A And Deal Advisory Expert
Seoul

Summary

Accomplished M&A and Deal Advisory professional with over 13 years of experience at KPMG, specializing in mergers, acquisitions, and valuations. Proven expertise in leading complex transactions from end-to-end, delivering strategic insights and value for high-profile clients across diverse industries. Completed advanced academic training with a Ph.D. and hold additional certifications (CFA, USCPA), ensuring a deep foundation in financial analysis and valuation methodologies. Over 10 years of teaching experience, enhancing communication skills and building an extensive professional network.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications

Work History

Director

KPMG Korea
Seoul, Korea
08.2011 - Current
  • Successfully closed over 30 M&A transactions, enhancing clients’ market positions and driving substantial value.
  • Advised clients on both buy-side and sell-side M&A transactions across diverse industries, delivering strategic insights and maximizing deal value.
  • Led end-to-end transaction processes, including due diligence, financial modeling, structuring, and negotiations to ensure successful deal closings.
  • Conducted complex valuation analyses, utilizing multiple methodologies such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Comparable Company Analysis, and Precedent Transactions.
  • Managed cross-functional teams to execute M&A transactions, coordinating efforts between legal, tax, and financial advisors to streamline project timelines.

Analyst

HANA IB
09.2010 - 08.2011
  • Developed detailed financial models to evaluate M&A and financing opportunities, applying valuation techniques such as Discounted Cash Flow (DCF), Comparable Company Analysis, and Precedent Transactions.
  • Analyzed and projected company performance under different scenarios to support key decisions for potential acquisitions and financing deals.

Education

Ph.D. - Business Administration

Business School of Lausanne
Lausanne, Switzerland
04.2001 -

MBA - Business Administration

Helsinki School of Economics
Helsinki, Finland
04.2001 -

BBA - Business Administration

Hanyang University
Seoul, Korea
04.2001 -

Skills

Financial Analysis & Modeling

Due Diligence & Risk Assessment

Deal Structuring & Negotiation

Strategic Communication & Client Relations

Project Management & Team Collaboration

Certification

CFA

Publications

2 Articles in famous journals on company valuation in M&A contexts, with contributions to KCI and SCOPUS-indexed journals.

Timeline

CFA

08-2014

Director

KPMG Korea
08.2011 - Current

Analyst

HANA IB
09.2010 - 08.2011

USCPA

08-2009

Ph.D. - Business Administration

Business School of Lausanne
04.2001 -

MBA - Business Administration

Helsinki School of Economics
04.2001 -

BBA - Business Administration

Hanyang University
04.2001 -
JeeWoung HongM&A And Deal Advisory Expert