Christina Wing
About Christina Wing
Christina Wing is a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, where she chairs the executive education program 'Families in Business' and created the course 'Demystifying the Family Enterprise.' She serves on several boards and advisory roles, and has a background in investment banking and family business governance.
Work at Harvard Business School
Christina Wing serves as a Senior Lecturer at Harvard Business School, a position she has held since 2016. In this role, she teaches first-year courses in Technology Operations Management (TOM) and Leadership and Corporate Accountability (LCA). Wing chairs the executive education program 'Families in Business' and created the course 'Demystifying the Family Enterprise,' which addresses family dynamics, operating companies, family offices, and legacy opportunities. She frequently teaches family office and Young Presidents’ Organization programs internationally, contributing to the education of business leaders.
Education and Expertise
Christina Wing earned her Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Harvard Business School, studying from 1996 to 1998. She also holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Organizational Behaviour from Southern Methodist University, where she studied from 1989 to 1993. Her academic background supports her expertise in family business governance, corporate governance, and ownership structures. Wing has authored a technical note titled 'Is Concentrated Ownership Good?' and co-authored an article on integrating an outside CEO into a family business.
Background in Investment Banking
Christina Wing began her career in equities and energy investment banking at Goldman Sachs and Kidder Peabody. She worked as an Associate at Goldman Sachs from 1996 to 2000 in the Greater New York City Area. This experience laid the foundation for her understanding of financial markets and investment strategies, which she later applied in her advisory roles and educational initiatives.
Board Memberships and Advisory Roles
Christina Wing has held several board and advisory positions. She has been a Board Member at Triple-S Steel Holdings, Inc. since 2022 and at Corvias since 2021. Additionally, she has served as an Advisor at Northrim Horizon since 2019 and as a Senior Advisor at Crestview Partners since 2020. Wing also co-founded Wingspan Legacy Partners in 2019, focusing on assisting enterprising families with business operations and legacy planning. She serves on the Advisory Boards of F3 Partners, Northrim Horizon, and Corvias.
Community Involvement and Philanthropy
Christina Wing is actively involved in community service and philanthropy. She is a member of the Board of Ambassadors of The Steppingstone Foundation, which aims to provide educational opportunities for underserved children. Her commitment to education and community support reflects her dedication to making a positive impact beyond her professional roles.