Kaila Krum

Kaila Krum is a Partner at Braidwell, based in Chicago, IL, where she plays a key role in sourcing, analyzing, and managing investments with a focus on the healthcare sector. Her investment work at Braidwell highlights deep expertise in healthcare and life sciences, indicative of the firm's specialized approach to healthcare-related assets and companies.

Prior to joining Braidwell in September 2021, Krum served as Managing Director at Truist Securities, where she honed her skills in healthcare investment banking, advising companies on strategic transactions and capital raising across the biotechnology and medical technology spaces. She has held a board position at The Gracie Foundation, Inc. since 2016, reflecting a commitment to impact beyond the financial sector.

Kaila holds a B.B.A. in Finance from the University of Iowa, grounding her work in rigorous financial analysis and sector-specific insights. Throughout her career, she has developed a robust reputation for driving sector-leading growth and complex transaction execution in the healthcare industry.