Boyden Executive Search

With over 20 years’ executive search experience in Asia, Kong To works with businesses that are looking to hire transformative leaders to capitalize on opportunities in greater China and the broader APAC markets. Kong specializes in the technology sector with clients in areas such as RaaS, AI, IoT and robotics, as well as industrial sector and venture-backed companies at all stages of growth.

Professional Focus

Over 20 years’ experience in executive search, with 10 years in Hong Kong and 12 years in Beijing, serving global clients across all markets, Chinese and MNCs based in Asia
Dual specialities in technology, robotics, AI, RaaS and digital transformation, and industrial, including automotive sector
Expertise and track record in placing leaders into start-ups, pre-IPO, new market entry, turnaround, transformation, growth and localisation in Mainland China
Substantial track record of placing leaders in Tier 1,2 & 3 cities in China
Advisor to businesses looking to capitalise in China and global markets
Coaching leaders in transforming their careers
Native English and Cantonese, conversational Putonghua

Business Expertise

Partner, Technology and Industrial Markets at a Hong Kong-based executive search and leadership advisory firm focused on Asia and Europe
Previous positions at Boyden Greater China, including Managing Director, Partner and Vice President
Managing Partner, Greater China and Global Industrial Practice Leader at a global top 10 executive search firm
Operations Manager, Beijing with a global boutique executive search firm
Country Manager and Managing Consultant in Technology Practices in Hong Kong
Earlier career in marketing and sales within the consumer and communications sector, including positions at Bass Breweries and Motorola

Practice Membership

Global Industry Practices

Industrial
- Aerospace & Defence
- Automotive
- Industrial Manufacturing
Technology
- CIO/CTO/CSO/CISO
- Cloud, Big Data, Analytics/BI
- Communications, Media & Entertainment
- Digital & CDO
- Fintech, Payment & Transaction
- Gaming
- Internet of Things
- IT Services & Outsourcing
- Semi-conductor, Devices & Consumer Electronics
- Software & Applications

Global Cross-Sector Practices

CEO & Board Services
- CEO Search
- Director Search
Private Equity & Venture Capital

Education & Certifications

BSc. (Hons) in engineering and business from University of Hertfordshire, UK
Higher National Dip. In aeronautical engineering from University of Hertfordshire, UK

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