Hi, I'm
Max Cho
Mission-driven leader at the intersection of technology, education, and AI safety.
17+ years of experience orchestrating national-level initiatives, deploying 500,000+ devices to 2,000+ schools, and bridging the digital divide for underserved communities.
About Me
Closing the Gap Between Frontier Technology & Human Potential
From sequencing whale DNA to deploying 500,000+ devices across thousands of schools at Apple, I have spent 17 years proving that world-class tools should not be a luxury.
I'm passionate about AI safety and ethics, with a unique background in Biological Sciences that drives a "human-first" approach to AI deployment. I'm a high-agency professional dedicated to "raising the floor" by transforming frontier AI into accessible, life-changing educational tools for the Global.
Currently based in Taiwan, strategically positioned at the heart of the Asia-Pacific region with extensive experience navigating the diverse regulatory and cultural landscapes of Greater China and Southeast Asia.
Professional Experience
Where I've Made an Impact
Apple
Channel Manager, Education Market (Taiwan)
- Nation-wide AI & Tech Deployment: Spearheaded the National Digital Transformation Initiative, increasing technology accessibility for underserved learners by orchestrating the deployment of 500K+ devices across 2,000+ schools.
- Strategic Public-Private Partnerships: Served as the primary liaison between Apple, the Ministry of Education, and University leadership. Established the first Apple Regional Training Center in Taiwan, integrating AI literacy into higher education.
- Mission-Driven Innovation: Founded and managed the "Innovation Challenge," engaging 1,000+ students from 70+ universities to develop AI models focused on accessibility and healthcare.
- Cross-Functional Orchestration: Secured multiple MOUs with the government, aligning corporate team with national digital literacy goals to ensure 100% project sustainability.
Apple
Regional Manager, CES Channel (TW / SH / NJ)
- Scale & Performance: Implemented the Regional Operations Standardization, increasing cross-regional technology adoption with a 129% YoY growth rate.
- Program Design for High Ambiguity: Selected as 1 of only 3 managers for the Apple Development Program (ADP). Developed the "Greater China ASC Handbook," transforming fragmented operations into a scalable regional model.
- Human-Centric Tech Adoption: Designed the "One-to-Many" (OTM) Program, increasing tech confidence among non-technical users through a user-centric curriculum.
Core Competencies
What I Bring to the Table
Strategic Deployment & Impact
- Large-scale Rollout: 500K+ device deployments across national school networks
- Low-Resource Adaptation: High-tech solutions in low-connectivity settings
- Impact Metrics: Prioritizing educational equity and skill attainment
Partnerships & Diplomacy
- Public-Private Partnerships: Strategic negotiation with Ministries of Education and NGOs
- Cross-functional Orchestration: Bridging technical R&D with government policy
- Ecosystem Building: Scaling "Train-the-Trainer" models for regional self-sufficiency
AI Fluency & Ethics
- LLM & Prompt Strategy: Deep understanding of safety guardrails and pedagogical prompting
- AI Safety & Alignment: Biological science insights for "Sentient-Centric" AI ethics
- Entrepreneurial Execution: High-agency leadership in ambiguous AI frontiers
Get in Touch
Let's Connect
I'm always open to discussing opportunities at the intersection of AI, education, and global impact.