34 | "The Venture Builder" | Alexander Thieme, Associate Partner at Bridgemaker

In this episode, I’ll be introducing Alexander Thieme, an Associate Partner at Bridgemaker. Based in Berlin, Bridgemaker is an independent corporate venture builder serving medium-sized companies. They work with their clients to build start-ups and companies in sectors that provide innovative solutions in the market.

In the podcast, I’ll be discussing:

• How Alex’s experience living in the fomrer German Democratic Republic (GDR) impacted his career and personal life
• How challenging the status quo became an essential feature of his success
• What venture building is and how it's different from venture capital
• How corporates use venture building to break into new markets and invest in innovative solutions
• How Bridgemaker acts as an “incubator” for new founders
• How Bridgemaker maintains its strategic stake in new enterprises
• The importance of using venture building and venture capital in the right situations
• What emerging trends to look out for if you’re considering building a new venture
• And find out Alex's thoughts on how he will shape his future
• Plus much more…

Follow Alex and Bridgemaker’s growth and development:

Alex’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thiemealexander/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/bridgemaker-gmbh/ Website: https://www.bridgemaker.com

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