Align Partners is a Seoul-based hedge fund manager founded in 2021, dedicated exclusively to the South Korean market. Led by CEO Changhwan Lee, formerly of KKR and Goldman Sachs, the firm brings together a team of seasoned professionals with deep expertise in buyout, corporate management, and M&A. Align Partners applies a value-oriented strategy focused on unlocking the persistent "Korea Discount." Through active engagement and proprietary catalysts, Align targets robust but undervalued companies often overlooked due to governance inefficiencies. With a private equity-style approach and strong local networks, the firm is well positioned to drive long-term value creation. Since its inception, Align has achieved significant and differentiated outperformance relative to benchmarks, earning a strong reputation within the global investment community. As of July 2025, Align Partners manages approximately US$779 million in assets.