Independent Board Member / Venture Capitalist / Strategic Advisor
25+ years advising Fortune 500s and emerging ventures across life sciences, AI, blockchain, and Web 3.0. Serial entrepreneur and growth champion with exceptional expertise in corporate strategy, M&A, and board governance.
Position
Independent Board Member / Venture Capitalist / Strategic Advisor
Experience
25+ Years
Specialties
Corporate Strategy, M&A, Board Governance, Capital Markets
Current Roles
Managing Director at Acquis Consulting Group, Partner at Solidea Capital
Education
BBA Emory University (Valedictorian), Beta Gamma Sigma
Eric Baum brings over 25 years of experience advising executive leadership teams for both Fortune 500 companies and emerging ventures across industries such as life sciences, AI, blockchain, education, travel, technology, Web 3.0, and real estate. In his concurrent roles as Managing Director and Board Member of Acquis Consulting Group and Partner/Co-Founder of Solidea Capital, Eric leverages his extensive expertise to guide companies in corporate strategy, mergers & acquisitions, capital markets, board governance, market positioning, growth and scale strategies, trajectory management, partnering frameworks, and risk evaluation.
Eric serves on multiple public and private company boards, supporting business lifecycles from initial development through expansion. He has frequently chaired Compensation Committees and been an active member of Audit Committees, bringing thoughtful governance and strategic oversight to organizations at critical growth stages.
A serial entrepreneur and growth champion, Eric not only advises companies on scaling but also founded and leads a rapidly growing real estate investment firm operating across several U.S. markets, along with other successful ventures. His hands-on experience as both operator and advisor gives him unique insight into the challenges and opportunities facing emerging companies.
Throughout his career, Eric has demonstrated exceptional capabilities in board governance, frequently serving as Chair of Compensation Committees and as an active member of Audit Committees. His thoughtful approach to governance and strategic oversight has been instrumental in guiding organizations through critical growth stages, from initial development through expansion and maturity.
Eric's strategic acumen is grounded in exceptional academic achievement and deep industry expertise, positioning him as a trusted advisor for companies navigating complex market dynamics and transformative growth. His core competencies include:
Eric's strategic capabilities are built on a foundation of exceptional academic achievement:
Eric's approach combines deep analytical rigor with practical operational experience. His dual perspective as both advisor and entrepreneur enables him to provide uniquely valuable guidance to companies at all stages of development. Whether working with Fortune 500 companies or emerging ventures, Eric brings a proven track record of helping organizations navigate complexity, capitalize on opportunities, and achieve sustainable growth.