World Venture Forum 2025

30 Jun – 5 Jul 2025 | Kitzbühel, Austria

Christian Baier

Managing Director

NEDGEX GmbH

Selb, Germany

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Passionate leader in the corporate venturing & investment game. Working for a family business that drives industrial progress since 1873.

About me

My goal & passion: Inspiring and leading people from ideation to the build of new digital business models.

Starting my career over 25 years ago at Loewe, worked for Digital Equipment and Valeo Automotive, responsible for several positions at REHAU in Datacenter, IT Infrastructure and Digital & Disruptive Business development. I was member of REHAU’s Technology & Digital Board and five time winner/nominated of the REHAU Innovation Award , Computerwoche Digital Leader Award 2016, Digital Champion 2018. Holding a degree in Business Administration and Engineering Technologist. Working at NETZSCH Group to build-up an international corporate venturing & investment unit within NEDGEX since 2019. Doing a lot of pioneering work with great experiences in venture building & startup investments. Acting as business angel & mentor in different networks around the globe.

My organisation

At NEDGEX GmbH, we specialize in developing innovative digital solutions that streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency for businesses. Our team is dedicated to driving transformation through cutting-edge technology and tailored software applications that meet the unique needs of our clients. We pride ourselves on fostering strong partnerships and delivering measurable results that empower organizations to thrive in a competitive landscape. Together, we can pave the way for a more connected and efficient business future. NEDGEX is the corporate venturing & investment arm of the NETZSCH Group, Germany

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Skills

  • Venture Investments
  • Business Angel
  • Innovation Strategy
  • Company Building
  • Business Development

Interests

  • International Investment Opportunities
  • VC Networks
  • International Venture Investment Ecosystems
  • Ai technology

Speaker sessions (1)

Wednesday, 2 July 2025

13:30 - 17:00

Corporate Innovation Alm

Location:TBATrack:Alm
  • Corporate Innovation