Max Kalman

Max Kalman is a Partner and the Global Head of Capital Formation at The Chernin Group (TCG), a private equity firm focused on consumer brands. Before joining TCG in 2022, he served as a Principal within the private equity team at PJT Park Hill. In his current position, Kalman oversees capital formation, investor relations, and new business initiatives for an entity managing approximately $3 billion in assets. His arrival coincided with TCG closing its third funding round at $1.3 billion in July 2022, significantly exceeding its initial $800 million target. The firm's recent activity includes leading a $263 million investment in Funko and backing portfolio company Exploding Kittens during its cross-media deal with Netflix. Kalman's career centers on driving institutional capital raising and strategic growth initiatives within the alternative investment and consumer technology sectors.