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In a recent podcast hosted by Micropole, Yves Colinet, Innovation Expert, along with Laurent Kinet, CEO of Novable, Yann Coic, Head of Pulse Ventures at EDF, and Laurent Rambaud, Investment Director at Engie New Ventures, discussed the vital role of corporate venturing in driving innovation and how large corporations collaborate with startups to create synergies and solve industry challenges.
Corporate venturing is about building strategic partnerships that benefit both startups and corporations. Companies like EDF and Engie use corporate venture capital (CVC) to align innovations with their long-term goals – Engie focuses on energy transition technologies, while EDF seeks breakthroughs to accelerate its core business.
As Laurent Kinet noted,
“Corporate venturing is about finding the right startups that can create real impact.”
This approach allows corporations to remain agile and competitive in a disruptive landscape.
At the core of this discussion is our innovation scouting platform that connects corporations with the right startups. Our AI-powered tools combined with support from our human experts streamline the startup scouting process, allowing companies like EDF and Engie to focus on relevant opportunities.
As innovation ecosystems become more complex, tools like ours are essential. The podcast highlighted how AI and data-driven technologies transform how corporations identify and evaluate startups. We focus on matching corporations with startups that meet their needs, enhancing decision-making and saving time. Kinet stated,
“The future of corporate venturing lies in using AI and data to make smarter, faster decisions.”
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This podcast is a mini-masterclass in corporate venturing, providing insights into how leading corporations collaborate with startups and the role of AI in enhancing deal flow. For us, this episode showcases its mission to connect corporations with the innovation they need to thrive.
As Laurent Kinet concluded that innovation is not just about technology, but it’s about people, partnerships, and purpose. Tune in to discover how Novable and its partners are transforming industries, one startup at a time.
