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Wayne Baker

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Senior Managing Director and CIO, TIAA Ventures at TIAA
📍 New York, New York, United States

Wayne Baker is the Chief Investment Officer of TIAA Ventures, where he spearheads early-stage investments in fintech and insurtech. His career spans over two decades in investment banking and technology sales at institutions like Credit Suisse and Citi. He holds Masters degrees from the University of Cambridge and the London School of Economics.

Outside of his finance career, Wayne has a notable background in competitive sports. He was a member of the Great Britain Crew for the Junior World Rowing Championships, showcasing a high level of dedication and teamwork from a young age.

He is focused on investing in innovative companies and technologies that can help secure the financial future for TIAAs clients.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Senior Managing Director and CIO, TIAA Ventures
Job Level
Leadership
Location
New York, New York, United States
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Priorities

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Fintech & Insurtech
As CIO of TIAA Ventures, his primary focus is identifying and investing in innovative, early-stage fintech and insurtech startups that align with TIAA's strategic goals.
AI in Financial Services
He actively discusses how AI is reshaping innovation and has led investments in companies using AI for regulatory compliance and vendor contract negotiation.
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Career

Work history

9-2023
Senior Managing Director and CIO, TIAA Ventures
TIAA
6-2023 - 9-2023
Growth Equity & Venture Capital Coverage, Financial Sponsors
Credit Suisse
11-2021 - 9-2023
Venture Capital Coverage, Equity Capital Markets
Credit Suisse
9-2017 - 11-2021
Technology Sales, Head of US Specialist Sales
Citi
8-2011 - 8-2017
Director, US Equity Sales
Citi
In the press

Media appearances

Pru, TIAA, State Street Put $5M in 401(k) Plan Annuity Tech Firm. Featured in ThinkAdvisor
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TIAA Ventures Pursues Strategic Investments to Secure and .... Featured in TIAA Press Release
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Education
Master's degree
University of Cambridge
Master's degree
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE)
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