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Alexander Baum is the Corporate Development Lead at Woven by Toyota. Based in Tokyo since April 2022, Alexander played a key role in the company's inorganic expansion into the U.S. Despite initial challenges due to COVID-19, he successfully navigated the integration process remotely before relocating to Japan. Alexander's background in investment banking and his adaptability have been crucial in managing complex, time-sensitive projects and fostering collaboration between U.S. and Japanese teams.
In the ever-evolving business world, staying ahead isn't just about what a company does today, but how it prepares for tomorrow. This is where a venture capital arm comes into play. It is a specialized division within a larger company that focuses on investing in emerging startups and innovative projects. In this episode of the M&A Science Podcast, George Kellerman, VP, Head of Investments & Acquisitions at Woven by Toyota and Alexander Baum, Corporate Development Lead at Woven by Toyota, share their experience on how to stand up a venture capital arm.