Kurt Baumgarten
Private Equity Investor at General Motors Ventures
Profile
Kurt Baumgarten was named Partner in GM Ventures in May, 2022.
Kurt has been involved in Michigan’s investment and entrepreneurial communities for most of his career.
In 2014, Kurt co-founded Applied Licensing, LLC, an angel investment organization specializing in the development and monetization of intellectual property.
As Vice President & General Counsel, Kurt oversaw operations, sourced investment opportunities and managed deal flow, conducted due diligence, drafted and negotiated deal terms, aided in the development and execution of intellectual property strategy, and engaged with portfolio companies in a variety of ways to contribute towards their success.
Kurt is a founding member of the Pointe Angels investment club and served as the group’s Lead for over three years.
As Lead, he managed deal flow, organized monthly pitch meetings, and supported members throughout the process of engaging with, vetting, and closing investment opportunities.
Kurt is also a board member of the New Enterprise Forum, a volunteer organization dedicated to providing coaching and other critical resources to technology-focused startup companies and entrepreneurs, and he regularly participates on coaching teams.
Kurt holds a BA in Public Policy from the University of Michigan Gerald R.
Ford School of Public Policy, and a JD from the University of Wisconsin Law School.
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Kurt Baumgarten active positions
Companies | Position | Start |
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General Motors Ventures
General Motors Ventures Investment ManagersFinance General Motors Ventures (GM Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2010. The firm is headquartered in Warren, Michigan. | Private Equity Investor | 2022-04-30 |
Former positions of Kurt Baumgarten
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Pointe Angels | Founder | 2022-04-30 |
Training of Kurt Baumgarten
University of Michigan | Undergraduate Degree |
University of Wisconsin Law School | Graduate Degree |
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General Motors Ventures
General Motors Ventures Investment ManagersFinance General Motors Ventures (GM Ventures) is a venture capital firm founded in 2010. The firm is headquartered in Warren, Michigan. | Finance |
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