Kevin Chin

Kevin Chin is a seasoned professional with a strong background in business development, partnerships, and financial services.

He currently leads new business development and partnerships at Avant, a prominent digital bank catering to everyday Americans, overseeing sourcing, negotiating, closing, and scaling strategic platform partnerships.

Prior to his role at Avant, Kevin held key positions in business and corporate development at notable FinTech companies like OnDeck and TheGuarantors.

His extensive experience includes tenure as an investment banker at prestigious firms such as J.P. Morgan and Goldman Sachs, providing him with a solid foundation in finance and strategy.

Kevin has also contributed his expertise in in-house strategy, mergers and acquisitions, and principal investments at companies like ICE/NYSE and S&P Global.

A highly accomplished individual, Kevin Chin holds a Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) degree, graduating Summa Cum Laude from Baruch College, and has studied at the Shack Institute of Real Estate at New York University.

His professional journey includes roles such as Head of Business Development & Partnerships at Avant, Venture Partner at NextGen Venture Partners, VP, Head of Corporate Development & GM of Enterprise Business at TheGuarantors, and various other strategic positions at renowned financial institutions.

Kevin's career trajectory showcases a diverse skill set that encompasses business strategy, corporate development, investment banking, asset management, and commercial banking.

His quote 'Beware of he who would deny you access to information, for in his heart he dreams himself your master' reflects his belief in the power of information and transparency in business dealings.