Sergiy Makarenko
About Sergiy Makarenko
Sergiy Makarenko is a Director at wefox and Co-Founder of A-Point Partners, with extensive experience in corporate finance and business restructuring across multiple countries. He holds advanced degrees in International Business Administration and International Economics, and has worked with notable firms such as KPMG, Morgan Stanley, and Alvarez & Marsal.
Work at wefox
Sergiy Makarenko has been serving as a Director at wefox since 2020. In this role, he contributes to the company's strategic initiatives and operational management. His position at wefox is part of his broader career in the financial services sector, where he leverages his extensive experience in corporate finance and business restructuring.
Education and Expertise
Sergiy Makarenko holds multiple degrees and certifications in economics and business. He studied International Business Administration at Kyiv National Economics University, earning a Master's degree from 2006 to 2011. He also completed a Master's in International Economics at The Berlin School of Economics and Law from 2010 to 2012. Additionally, he studied Global Leadership Competencies at WU (Vienna University of Economics and Business) and achieved a certificate in 2009. Currently, he is pursuing an MBA at INSEAD, which he began in 2018.
Background
Sergiy Makarenko has a diverse professional background in finance and consulting. He began his career at BNP Paribas as a Corporate Banking Trainee in 2009. He then worked at KPMG Ukraine as a Consultant from 2012 to 2014. Following this, he held various positions, including Assistant Manager at KPMG in Deutschland, Senior Associate at Alvarez & Marsal, and Associate Investment Banking at Morgan Stanley. His career spans over a decade and includes experience across more than 10 countries.
Achievements
Sergiy Makarenko has made significant contributions to the field of corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and business restructuring. Since 2021, he has co-founded A-Point Partners, a mid-market advisory firm that provides strategic and financial advice to businesses. His expertise has been instrumental in advising businesses on financial and strategic initiatives, reflecting his strong interest in technology, investments, and entrepreneurship.