About Winston Feng
Winston Feng stands out as a global investor and transformative business leader, celebrated for his success in scaling technology-focused companies across international markets and diverse capital structures. An honors graduate and National Scholar from Cornell University, Winston began his professional journey at Goldman Sachs, gaining invaluable exposure in the investment banking sector.
Building a Foundation in Global Finance
Winston’s early career at Goldman Sachs took him between Hong Kong and New York, where he specialized in capital raising and strategic advisory for government entities, state-owned firms, and major multinational corporations in the TMT (technology, media, and telecommunications) arena. These experiences provided Winston with a firm grounding in international finance. They set the stage for his future investment pursuits at Point72 Asset Management and Holocene Advisors, where he refined his distinctive approach to portfolio management and risk assessment.
Launching Mass Ave Global: Entrepreneurial Ascent
Driven by ambition and vision, Winston founded Mass Ave Global at the age of 29, funding the venture himself. The firm, with offices in New York and Hong Kong, swiftly established itself as a force in international technology investment. Under Winston’s leadership as CEO and Chief Investment Officer, Mass Ave Global’s flagship fund exceeded $1 billion in assets under management within just three years, outperforming industry standards and garnering praise from financial heavyweights like HSBC and Credit Suisse.
Winston’s emphasis on building an interconnected team between New York and Asia was pivotal to the firm’s growth. This cross-continental collaboration facilitated the free flow of market intelligence, helping to attract substantial institutional investments from around the world.
Strengthening International Relations
Beyond his core investment activities, Winston has been a key connector in the international business world. As an active participant in the American Chamber of Commerce (AmCham) in both China and Hong Kong, he helped bridge American enterprises with Asian counterparts. He also contributed research on economic policy and lent his expertise to foreign policy and economic think tanks, focusing on the modernization and resilience of Asia’s financial systems.
Winston is a strong advocate for enhanced corporate governance, urging Asian companies to adopt higher standards in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices. His efforts have supported more responsible, sustainable growth for businesses throughout the region.
Personal Values and Philanthropic Impact
Winston’s leadership extends beyond the boardroom into philanthropy and community engagement. He is a committed supporter of organizations such as Robin Hood in New York and the American Cancer Society, dedicating both his time and financial resources to causes that address social challenges and advance public welfare. Outside work, he is an avid tennis player, surfer, and golfer, and takes a keen interest in early-stage startups and classic literature.
Writing, Publications, and Public Voice
Winston Feng, an Investor, regularly shares his market perspectives and philosophies through widely followed investor letters and contributions to academic and industry literature. His work has appeared in publications such as The Agenda Mover by S. B. Bacharach and the international section of The New York Times, further cementing his status as a respected voice in investment and business circles.
