Delen Wong, Cfa
About Delen Wong, Cfa
Delen Wong, CFA, serves as the Global M&A Lead at Sojern, bringing extensive experience in corporate development and strategy from previous roles at companies such as Expedia Group and Trax Retail.
Current Role at Sojern
Delen Wong serves as the Global M&A Lead at Sojern, a position he has held since 2022. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing mergers and acquisitions on a global scale, leveraging his extensive experience in corporate development and strategy. His work focuses on identifying strategic opportunities that align with Sojern's growth objectives.
Previous Experience in Corporate Development
Prior to his current role, Delen Wong held several positions in corporate development. He worked at Expedia Group as a Senior Associate and later as a Senior Manager in Corporate Development & Strategy from 2018 to 2021. He also served as the Director of Corporate Development at Trax Retail in 2021 and as VP of Corporate Development in 2022. His experience includes managing corporate strategy and development initiatives across various sectors.
Education and Expertise
Delen Wong studied at The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), where he achieved a degree in Management in 2011. He also holds a Bachelor's Degree in Integrated Business and Engineering with a focus on Finance from Lehigh University, completed in 2014. His academic background provides a strong foundation in both finance and industrial engineering, equipping him with skills in financial modeling and analytical strategy.
Investment Experience
Delen Wong has a diverse investment background, having worked at NewSpring Capital as an Investment Professional from 2015 to 2018 and at Hamilton Lane as a Private Equity Secondaries Analyst from 2014 to 2015. He has completed transactions in various investment structures, including buyouts, venture capital, mezzanine debt, and secondary purchases, across industries such as travel, telecom, software, and retail.
Early Career and Skill Development
Delen Wong began his career as an Equity Research Summer Analyst at Credit Suisse in 2013. His early experiences helped him develop strong skills in financial analysis and strategic planning. He discovered a passion for business and technology at a young age, which influenced his educational and career choices.