Max Kim
About Max Kim
Max Kim is a Program Manager at Flexport and the Founder/Author of CityBits, with a background in consulting, partnerships, and research.
Current Role at Flexport
Max Kim is currently working at Flexport as a Program Manager focusing on Trade Services Business Operations. In this role, he leverages his extensive background in process optimization and SaaS implementations to enhance operational efficiency within the trade services sector. His responsibilities include designing and implementing strategic initiatives to streamline business processes.
Founder and Author at CityBits
In addition to his role at Flexport, Max Kim is also the founder and author of CityBits, which is available on Substack at https://citybits.substack.com/. CityBits is a bi-weekly newsletter that covers urban tech and smart city trends, reflecting Max's expertise and interest in smart city consulting and urban technology. Through CityBits, Max provides insights and thought leadership on the latest developments in urban technology and smart cities.
Previous Experience at Deloitte Consulting
Prior to his current roles, Max Kim worked as a Consultant at Deloitte Consulting from 2016 to 2019 in the Greater Chicago Area. During his three-year tenure at Deloitte, Max gained significant experience in strategic consulting, focusing on process optimization and the implementation of SaaS solutions. His work contributed to the successful design and execution of various projects aimed at improving business operations for multiple clients.
Education Background
Max Kim holds a Bachelor's Degree in Political Science with a Minor in Chinese Language and Culture from Northwestern University, where he studied from 2012 to 2016. He also studied Political Science and Government at The University of Edinburgh in 2014. Furthermore, Max spent a year at National Taiwan University from 2020 to 2021, where he focused on Mandarin Chinese as part of a sabbatical for language study.
Interests and Hobbies
Outside of his professional work, Max Kim enjoys rock climbing and practicing Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu. He has a passion for exploring new cities, which aligns with his professional interest in urban technology and smart cities. Max also enjoys the challenge of designing market strategies for high-growth startups, blending his professional skills with personal interests.