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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Awards
Personal Information
Volunteer Experience
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Sungjin Park

Washington,DC

Summary

Finance professional with extensive experience in corporate restructuring, green finance, and investment analysis. Proven track record in blended finance and concessional capital structuring. Expertise in developing investment strategies for emerging markets, driving private sector growth through innovative financial solutions.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Manager

Financial Service Commission (FSC)
07.2023 - 07.2024

Project I : "Korean Air- Asiana Airlines Corporate Merger" (Policies of Major Countries’ Competition Authorities)

  • Managed merger approval with the European Commission (EC) and the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)
  • Analyzed the impact of the merger on the Korean aviation industry and the local economy
  • Proposed asset restructuring and workforce optimization strategies to facilitate a successful merger
  • Suggested agendas for governmental meetings involving creditors, the Financial Services Commission (FSC), and the Ministry of Economy and Finance
  • Designed and implemented strategies for improving financial governance and compliance with internal controls and external regulatory requirements


Project Ⅱ : "Sales of the share of Hyundai Merchant Marine (HMM)" (M&A and shift of Capital Structure)

  • Advised on the comprehensive process of selling shares valued at approximately $ 4.6 billion
  • Managed debt policy implementation and financial governance strategies for this large-scale merger
  • Developed technical reports and briefings for senior government stakeholders on debt management policies
  • Consulted the impact of management control changes on the Korean maritime logistics industry
  • Evaluated key constraints in the acquisition process, including due diligence, stock, CB and bond valuation


Project Ⅲ : "Tae-Young Construction’s Work-out and Turnaround" (Corporate Restructuring in PF market)

  • Conducted financial assessments on the Korean PF market and local Economic outcomes, focusing on debt sustainability and restructuring strategies
  • Designed and implemented restructuring strategies for distressed financial portfolios, emphasizing public debt management and stakeholder collaboration
  • Assessed the financial conditions of 60 PF sites and identified the need for additional funding
  • Analyzed contentious issues among approximately 600 creditors, managing a total of $15.3 billion in debt
  • Provided solutions to facilitate consensus among over 600 creditors to ensure the success of the workout process
  • Consulted decision-making on the divestiture of assets and strategic initiatives, using advanced data analysis and reporting tools to present findings to senior government officials and executives
  • Developed financial models and conducted risk analysis to evaluate restructuring scenarios and optimize financial outcomes for stakeholders
  • Protocol support for senior officials of key government institutions, including FSC

Senior Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
02.2021 - 06.2023
  • Supervised a team to achieve annual performance indicators in Growth, Profitability and Risk management
  • Supported the daily and period-end performance and attribution calculation including trust fund management
  • Identifying corporate clients suitable for green finance support and renewable energy transition, analyzing potential projects, executing green finance initiatives, and conducting risk management and post-project monitoring
  • Approved over $200 million in bank loans and investments related to green finance for approximately fifty tech companies, including those in semiconductors, biotech, and electric vehicles
  • Managed sustainable finance transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance and alignment with ESG standards
  • Consulted on the transition from manufacturing to low-cost renewable energy sector
  • Prepared materials for regular financial strategy meetings and forums with corporate clients' CEOs, including economic trend analysis, corporate financial management strategies, and debt management solutions

Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
02.2018 - 01.2021
  • Led debt recovery and restructuring strategies for mid-to-large corporations with a focus on public debt sustainability
  • Initiated the workout process for the rehabilitation of companies ranging from medium-sized to large-sized corporations
  • Improved bank’s asset quality by reorganizing and liquidating NPL (Non-Performing Loan) Portfolio
  • Provided bond valuation using market quotations and internal financial models
  • Conducted financial performance assessments using advanced data tools, ensuring compliance with government financial policies
  • Prepared materials for government-led seminars and forums on corporate restructuring policies, financial structure improvement, and corporate debt management

Assistant Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
07.2015 - 01.2018
  • Collaborated with clients to structure financial solutions and optimize capital management strategies for clients transitioning to renewable energy
  • Approved a $10M loan for "DS-dansuk" (battery recycling and plastic recycling company) to support the installation of low-emission manufacturing facilities
  • Developed and executed debt management strategies for distressed assets, including $10M debt restructuring for a battery recycling firm
  • Delivered timely reports and business performance insights, contributing to corporate decision-making and strategic financial planning
  • Managed external vendors and contractors for the establishment of a new branch, overseeing the bidding process, budget allocation, and operational tasks to ensure successful branch opening

Assistant Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
07.2012 - 06.2015
  • Conducted F/X and Derivatives risk analysis and debt valuation such as IRS, CRS, SWAP settlement
  • Reconciled daily valuation amounts of F/X, Derivatives and Bonds
  • Collected Market Data utilizing Bloomberg and Reuters platforms
  • Managed ABS (Asset Back Security) issuance and compliance monitoring for high-value transaction
  • Issued an asset-backed security bond (ABS) for many low-credit companies to provide funding by pooling credit card receivables and accounts receivable : $10 million ABS for HMM
  • Ensured the effective maintenance of core budget systems, processes, and disciplines using advanced tools like SAP, financial reporting, and data mining techniques

Assistant Manager

Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI)
01.2012 - 06.2012
  • Conducted financial risk assessments for bond and commercial credit insurance portfolio
  • Assessed Surety Bond, Contract Bonds, Financial Guarantee Bonds, Commercial Credit Insurance

Intern

HSBC Korea
06.2011 - 08.2011
  • Monitored FX forward positions and prepared compliance reports for treasury operations
  • Analyzed and Reported F/X forward, swap daily positions and Reconciling Account
  • Produced accurate daily reports on the Exposure of F/X forward and swap

Research Analyst

Center for Good Corporate Governance
06.2010 - 08.2010
  • Conducted research on debt sustainability and corporate ownership structure among Korea’s top business group
  • Analysis of Financial and Ownership structure of the Top 30 Korean Business Group
  • Publication of “Examples of Tunneling in Korean Business Groups and Conflicts of interest between Shareholders”

KATUSA (Korean Augmentation To the United States Army) Soldier

Ministry of Defense, South Korea
12.2005 - 12.2007
  • Served in the 55th Military Police Company of the U.S. 8th Army
  • Reported daily camp conditions commander HQ and facilitated collaboration between U.S. and Korean forces

Education

Master of Science - Applied Finance

George Washington University School of Business
Washington, D.C
07-2025

Business Law (LLM) -

Yonsei University Graduate School of Law
Seoul, South Korea
02.2021

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) -

Korea University Business School
Seoul, South Korea
02.2012

Business Administration -

National University of Singapore
05.2010

Skills

  • MS Word
  • Excel
  • PowerPoint
  • SAS (Statistical Analysis Software)
  • Python

Certification

CFA Level Ⅰ, 07/01/16, Including Financial Reporting and Analysis

Awards

  • Outstanding Employee, Chairman of Korea Development Bank, 12/01/21
  • Outstanding Employee, Chairman of the Financial Services Commission, 12/01/23

Personal Information

Nationality: Republic of Korea

Volunteer Experience

  • 2024 IMF-WBG annual meeting, 10/01/24, Supported registration team and escorting major Korean financial holding companies, Participated Open sessions:

     'Debt policies of International Financial Institution',

     'Climate Change Protection Gaps and the Insurance Sector'

  • Village renovation project in India, 01/01/05, Volunteered for a one-month project

Timeline

Senior Manager

Financial Service Commission (FSC)
07.2023 - 07.2024

Senior Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
02.2021 - 06.2023

Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
02.2018 - 01.2021

Assistant Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
07.2015 - 01.2018

Assistant Manager

Korea Development Bank (KDB)
07.2012 - 06.2015

Assistant Manager

Seoul Guarantee Insurance (SGI)
01.2012 - 06.2012

Intern

HSBC Korea
06.2011 - 08.2011

Research Analyst

Center for Good Corporate Governance
06.2010 - 08.2010

KATUSA (Korean Augmentation To the United States Army) Soldier

Ministry of Defense, South Korea
12.2005 - 12.2007

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A) -

Korea University Business School

Business Administration -

National University of Singapore

Master of Science - Applied Finance

George Washington University School of Business

Business Law (LLM) -

Yonsei University Graduate School of Law
Sungjin Park