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Join us as Tony Kim (Head of Fundamental Equities’ Global Technology Team at BlackRock) shares “lessons learned” from his experience in global equities and investment management in the technology sector. This program is part of The Korea Society’s Young Professionals Network Lessons Learned series, which offers early-career professionals the chance to hear directly from leaders across industries. In conversation with moderator Helena Chao (Head of Crossover & Sustainability Investor Coverage, Global Investment Banking at Bank of America), Tony will offer practical guidance on navigating careers and broadening perspectives in a competitive, fast-changing field.

Members and friends of The Korea Society and the Korea Finance Society are invited to attend this in-person program on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, at 5:30 pm at The Korea Society. The evening will also provide an opportunity to connect with peers and expand professional networks.

The Korea Society is pleased to present this Young Professionals’ Network event in partnership with the Korea Finance Society (KFS). KFS seeks to build a community to promote the advancement of Korean and Korean-American financial professionals in the United States through networking, education, and mentorship.

 

 

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YPN Lessons Learned with Tony Kim

Wednesday, November 19, 2025 | 5:30 - 8:30 PM (EST)


 The Korea Society
350 Madison Avenue, 24th Floor
New York, NY 10017

 

 

About the Speaker:

 

Tony Kim

BlackRock Head of Fundamental Equities’ Global Technology Team, Portfolio Manager, Managing Director

Tony Kim, Managing Director, is Head of the Global Technology Team within the Fundamental Equities division of BlackRock’s Portfolio Management Group. He is lead portfolio manager of the BlackRock Technology Opportunities Fund and related global strategies. Mr. Kim joined BlackRock in 2013. His 30 years of experience in technology investments also includes key roles at Artisan Partners, Credit Suisse Asset Management, Neuberger Berman, Merrill Lynch and SG Warburg. Mr. Kim is a member of the Advisory Board for Columbia Business School’s Digital Future Initiative, which brings together Columbia faculty members and leaders from across industries to help organizations, governments and communities optimize and accelerate the technological advances of the future. Mr. Kim earned a BS degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Illinois and an MBA from Columbia University.

 

 

About the Moderator:

 

Helena Chao

Managing Director, Head of Crossover & Sustainability Investor Coverage, Global Investment Banking at Bank of America 

Helena Chao is a Managing Director in Investment Banking at Bank of America, where she leads Crossover & Sustainability Investor Coverage. At the intersection of capital and innovation, she partners with visionary founders and investors to accelerate breakthroughs in AI, deep tech, and sustainability. Her work focuses on scaling transformative ideas and building connections that drive long-term impact across industries.

Helena began her career at Goldman Sachs, where she played a foundational role in building the firm’s India presence and establishing its primary research business, for which she served as head of sales.​

Since joining Bank of America, Helena has held a range of senior leadership roles that span markets and investment banking. She served as Head of Equities Data Distribution and advised some of the world’s most influential hedge funds in equity sales. These experiences gave her a broad perspective across public and private markets, as well as a unique ability to bridge the needs of investors with the opportunities presented by innovation-driven companies.

With a career spanning primary research, sales, markets, and investment banking, Helena brings a holistic perspective to finance and innovation. She is recognized for her ability to connect bold ideas with the capital, advice and strategic partnerships needed to shape the future of industries at the forefront of change. Helena graduated from the University of Pennsylvania with a degree in Economics and East Asian Studies.