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Sakae Asanuma
President & CEO of Taiho Ventures
San Francisco Bay Area
Overview
Sakae Asanuma is the President & CEO at Taiho Ventures, LLC in the San Francisco Bay Area, with a background in venture capital, biotechnology, and corporate development. As President and CEO of Astellas Venture Management LLC, he led investments in notable companies such as Anavo Therapeutics and Axial Biotherapeutics, showcasing expertise in strategic investments and fostering growth in the life sciences sector.
Work Experience
President & CEO
2016 - Current
President and CEO
2012 - 2016
Managing Director Investment
2011 - 2012
Director
1997 - 2010
Identify and invest in promising biotech venture companies in the US.
Buyside Analyst
1988 - 1999