TDK Ventures

What does it take for VCs to move beyond platitudes and genuinely support the entrepreneurs they fund? In a recent Harvard Business Review article, our own President 🌱🤝🌍 Nicolas Sauvage explores how the Net Promoter Score (NPS) methodology has proven invaluable over the past five years. At TDK Ventures, NPS has guided and empowered us to serve our entrepreneurs more effectively as customers. Nicolas details a practical four-step approach for implementing NPS in a VC fund, demonstrating how it can unlock untapped ideas from entrepreneurs and ensure a mutually beneficial experience for both VCs and founders. Read the full article to explore these insights and more: https://lnkd.in/g2pbPtHf #VentureCapital #NetPromoterScore #NPS #startups #VC #entrepreneurs

As the year comes to a close, we want to express our gratitude to the entrepreneurs pushing boundaries, our partners sharing our vision, and our dedicated team driving every step forward. Your collaboration and commitment have made this year remarkable. Wishing you all a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year ahead. From all of us at TDK Ventures, Happy Holidays!

We are proud to support Exo in revolutionizing medical imaging by addressing critical patient care needs and advancing the accessibility of AI-driven solutions. Their latest SweepAI™ technology for Exo Iris® empowers clinicians to assess fluid status and manage chronic hypertension with unparalleled speed and accuracy. Why this matters: - Instant bedside insights powered by AI (no Wi-Fi required) - Critical advancements in addressing heart health and fluid tolerance - A leap forward in accessible, impactful healthcare technology As partners in enabling deep-tech innovation, TDK Ventures is thrilled to see Exo driving meaningful solutions for clinicians and patients alike. https://lnkd.in/gFJ9hdTy

Designing a successful corporate venture unit is no easy task. As Stanford professor and "The Venture Mindset" author Ilya Strebulaev shares in a new Corporate Venturing Insider episode hosted by 🌱🤝🌍 Nicolas Sauvage, it often requires senior executives to make bold, sometimes unpopular decisions. Corporate venture capital (CVC) units face unique challenges: they must navigate internal organizational dynamics while simultaneously establishing credibility with VCs and startups. It takes time, but with the right approach and a clear vision, it’s far from impossible. Don’t miss Ilya’s insights in the full episode: https://lnkd.in/dqZhHMj9

The need for efficient cooling in data centers has never been more critical. In a Q&A with Data Centre Magazine, Tina Tosukhowong, Investment Director at TDK Ventures, discussed the shift from traditional air cooling to advanced liquid cooling solutions. These innovations are crucial for managing rising computational demands and energy consumption. Tina also highlighted the potential of direct-to-chip (D2C) cooling solutions, which offer superior performance over traditional methods. At TDK Ventures, we’re focused on supporting startups developing cutting-edge cooling technologies to meet the future needs of the data center sector. Read Tina’s full interview to learn more about the future of data center cooling. https://lnkd.in/g44hRuaS

Did you know? Over 30% of CVCs shut down within three years, and the numbers climb even higher by year five. In a recent conversation with 🌱🤝🌍 Nicolas Sauvage on Corporate Venturing Insider, Stanford professor and "The Venture Mindset" author Ilya Strebulaev dives into the sobering realities of the CVC landscape, revealing why many units fail to thrive and what distinguishes the survivors from the "zombies." Check out the full episode for Ilya's expert insights and data-backed predictions on the future of corporate venturing. https://lnkd.in/dqZhHMj9

Adding Color to the Hydrogen Rainbow: Key Takeaways from TDK Ventures’ 100X Event What does it take to scale first-of-a-kind (FOAK) climate-tech projects? At TDK Ventures’ 100X event, a panel of startup founders and investors shared hard-won lessons on financing, scaling, and building impactful partnerships to transform the hydrogen value chain. From green steel and aviation to ammonia production, startups like Verdagy and Tulum Energy are proving that hydrogen’s role in decarbonization is not just theoretical—it’s practical, scalable, and essential. shared strategies to bridge the “valley of death,” while our own Yan Yan spotlighted how strategic investors are driving innovation forward. Learn how these trailblazers are moving the needle on green hydrogen: https://lnkd.in/gDR-nKHT Marty Neese Max Pieri Yan Yan Christina Karapataki

Ready to hear from one of the most influential minds in venture capital? In this episode of Corporate Venturing Insider, 🌱🤝🌍 Nicolas Sauvage sits down with Stanford professor and author of "The Venture Mindset," Ilya Strebulaev, for an insightful and thought-provoking discussion. They delve into the evolution of corporate venturing, explore the complexities of building impactful CVCs, and share key lessons from the pivotal decisions that shaped TDK Ventures. Ilya’s wisdom offers invaluable lessons for anyone in the venture ecosystem eager to drive meaningful innovation. Don’t miss this compelling episode—tune in now. https://lnkd.in/dqZhHMj9

ANYbotics utilizes robots to automate inspection to solve critical human resources bottlenecks and unlock billions in savings for industrial customers – estimated to be a more than $100B market by 2030. This innovation is exactly why we’ve chosen to back ANYbotics, a global leader in AI-driven robot inspection solutions. Led by a highly skilled technical team, including co-founder and CEO Dr. Péter Fankhauser, ANYbotics tackles critical industry challenges in safety, efficiency, and sustainability and serves industry leaders in energy, power, metals, mining, and chemicals worldwide. “ANYbotics’ quadruped robot, ANYmal, is the competitive choice for customers that care about reliability and turnkey deployment,” said 🌱🤝🌍 Nicolas Sauvage, President of TDK Ventures. At TDK Ventures, we are committed to finding technologies on the frontiers of innovation. ANYbotics matches its “King of the Hill” thesis closely, with exceptional product market-fit strength. The company’s AI and robotics team has executed beautifully on a best-in-class technology stack, and is now pursuing global commercialization to unlock safety and efficiency benefits for industrial customers everywhere. Read more about our investment. https://lnkd.in/ggCTXbTJ

Hot Water as the Fuel of the Future? As the world electrifies and data centers demand unprecedented energy levels, geothermal power is stepping into the spotlight. This article explores how the power markets are primed for novel geothermal technologies to meet soaring electricity needs while driving decarbonization. Highlights: - The emerging economics that make next generation geothermal projects viable - Desperate customers that need expedient access to power are driving electricity prices - Geothermal can deliver clean energy that possesses broader attributes customers value - Innovative solutions like Google’s Clean Transition Tariff accelerating adoption TDK Ventures believes geothermal is transforming from a niche player to a critical solution for global energy challenges. Read the full article. Joshua Rubnitz, Adam Erlichman, Qianran (Katherine) He, PhD, Alessandro Girardi