McKinsey promotes Choi Seung-hyuk to senior partner

Choi Seung-hyuk / Courtesy of McKinsey & Company

McKinsey & Company promoted Choi Seung-hyuk to senior partner, the highest position a consultant can attain at the global consulting firm, the company said Wednesday.

Choi began his career at McKinsey in 2008 and was promoted to partner in 2017.

He now serves as the practice leader for advanced industries at the firm’s Korea office, focusing on high-tech sectors, including automotive, semiconductors and aerospace.

He also holds a regional leadership role in Asia, overseeing both the McKinsey Center for Future Mobility and the Sustainability Hub.

He has managed a wide range of projects for leading companies both domestically and internationally, including enterprise-wide transformations, digital innovation, growth strategies, M&A, technology strategies and value-enhancement programs.

In particular, he has showcased leadership in mobility-related projects, including electric vehicles, autonomous driving and EV batteries, according to the company.

Prior to joining McKinsey, he was part of Samsung Electronics’ semiconductor division, where he was responsible for formulating mid- to long-term strategies, including new business development.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Yonsei University in Seoul and an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management in the United States.