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Anthony W.

Anthony Woo

Harvard MBA | Ex-JPMorgan & Morgan Stanley | MBA Essays & Interviews

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    Harvard Business School

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    J.P. Morgan

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Anthony also coaches for Career Coaching and Investment Banking. View all.

Anthony’s MBA Qualifications

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Welcome to my profile! With a rich academic background from Harvard Business School and a PhD in Innovation from the University of Hong Kong, I bring a unique blend of academic excellence and practical experience to MBA coaching. As a former MBA Career Advisor at HBS and a researcher at HBS's Asia-Pacific Research Center, where I co-authored case studies with HBS faculty, I have a deep understanding of the MBA journey and what it takes to succeed. My professional experience spans leadership roles in venture capital and investment banking, where I have honed my skills in strategic analysis and innovation. I am passionate about helping aspiring MBA candidates craft compelling applications and navigate the admissions process with confidence. Let's work together to unlock your potential and achieve your MBA dreams!

Anthony can help with:

Application Strategy

Cover Letters

Essays

General Exploration

Interviews

Recommendations

Resume

Work Experience

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Co-Founder & Managing Partner

Whitestone Investments

March 2025 - Present

Deep-Tech & Deep-Value Principal Investments: Both Direct and Indirect Investments (Industry, Instrument, Stage, and Size agnostic), covering Artificial Intelligence (AIGC) & Machine Learning, Advanced Semiconductors & Quantum Computing, Next-Generation Composites & Superconducting Materials, Aeronautic Technologies & Space Exploration, as well as Clean Energy & Nuclear Fusion

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Director of Ventures, China

CMA CGM

September 2022 - February 2025

Led venture sourcing, startup screening, innovation trend analysis, and ecosystem engagement across China and APAC for CMA CGM Ventures. Screened more than 1,900 startups and technologies, conducted due diligence, supported a US$1 million investment, and evaluated opportunities across AI, IoT, robotics, ESG, and Industry 4.0.

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Executive Director & Responsible Officer

Alpha Intelligence Capital

May 2018 - July 2023

Led deal sourcing and due diligence for a global AI-focused venture capital firm. Screened more than 570 potential investments and evaluated technology, go-to-market strategy, intellectual property, investment cases, and return potential across AI, cybersecurity, quantum computing, robotics, and other frontier technologies.

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Researcher, Asia-Pacific Research Center

Harvard Business School

July 2016 - May 2018

Researcher at the Asia-Pacific Research Center. Co-published case studies with Harvard Business School professors through interviews with senior executives, covering fintech, AI, wealth management, blockchain, and technology-driven finance. Also served as an HBS Career Advisor.

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Associate, Investment Banking

Morgan Stanley

August 2011 - May 2013

Associate in the Investment Banking Division, Hong Kong Corporate Finance Coverage Team. Worked on financial modeling, valuation analysis, investor presentations, prospectus drafting, and coordination with legal counsel and senior management. Deal experience included bond offerings for Hong Kong corporates, a US$600 million Shangri-La Asia issuance, and a joint venture between China Resources Enterprise and Tesco.

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Investment Strategy Analyst

J.P. Morgan

January 2006 - December 2009

Supported investment strategy and wealth management for J.P. Morgan Private Wealth Management and Private Bank. Worked with client advisors and investment specialists on investment recommendations, wealth projections, attribution analysis, and economic and market perspectives. Presented the firm’s investment capabilities and coached advisors and investment specialists on investment philosophies.

Education

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University of Hong Kong

PhD, Education

2016 - 2020

PhD in Innovation with thesis: “Towards a Model of Synergistic Innovation” (Rated “Excellent” at “Top 10%”) Certificate of Teaching and Learning in Higher Education. Elected to the Board of the Faculty of Education.

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Harvard Business School

Master, Business Administration (MBA)

2009 - 2011

Organizer, HBS Hong Kong Trek. Co-producer, Asian Cultural Show. Advisor, Harvard Innovation Lab (iLab). HBS Career Advisor. Relevant Coursework: Entrepreneurial Finance, Leading Innovative Ventures, Managing Innovation, Commercializing Science

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University of California, Berkeley

Bachelor, Science in Business Administration

2002 - 2006

summa cum laude (Cumulative GPA: 3.9, Top 3% of class). Dean’s Honor List (all semesters). President, California Investment Association (Haas-sponsored investment fund). Director of Public Relations, U.C. Berkeley Student Government. Mentor, Haas School of Business