Tova Angsuwat

Founder, Series Build | Coach, Startmate

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Professional Overview
Tova Angsuwat is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in people operations, culture building, and startup coaching. As the Founder of Series Build and a Coach at Startmate, she leverages her expertise to drive innovation and support the growth of emerging businesses.

Experience Summary

Current Roles
Founder, Series Build (2023-03-01 to Present)

• Founding a startup studio focused on building high-growth technology companies

• Responsible for overall strategy, business development, and team management

• Leveraging deep industry knowledge and a strong network to identify and validate new business opportunities

Coach, Startmate (2022-09-01 to Present)

• Providing strategic guidance and mentorship to founders in Startmate's accelerator program

• Advising on people operations, talent acquisition, and organizational development

• Helping startups navigate the challenges of scaling and building high-performing teams

Career Progression
Tova's career trajectory has been marked by a strong focus on people, culture, and organizational effectiveness. Prior to her current roles, she spent over a decade at Google, where she held various People, Culture, and Recruiting positions, contributing to the company's continued growth and success.

Tova also has entrepreneurial experience, having founded the 1 Million Pennies Project in 2009 and serving as a Founder's Fellow at Startmate in 2021. Her diverse background in the non-profit, education, and technology sectors has equipped her with a unique perspective and the ability to thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments.

Academic Background
Tova holds an MBA with Distinction from the University of Michigan Stephen M. Ross School of Business, where she specialized in Entrepreneurship and Innovation.

Areas of Expertise

• Talent acquisition and people operations

• Organizational culture and team building

• Startup growth and scaling strategies

• Business development and strategic partnerships

• Mentorship and advisory services for founders

Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Tova has made significant contributions to the organizations she has been a part of. At Google, she played a key role in shaping the company's people strategies, driving initiatives that fostered a positive and inclusive work culture. As a Founder's Fellow at Startmate, she gained invaluable insights into the startup ecosystem and applied her expertise to support the growth of early-stage ventures.

Conclusion
With her diverse background, entrepreneurial mindset, and proven track record of success, Tova is well-positioned to continue making a lasting impact in the startup and technology communities. As the Founder of Series Build and a Coach at Startmate, she is committed to empowering the next generation of innovators and helping them navigate the challenges of building high-growth businesses.