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Third module of the Furthr accelerator was packed with invaluable insights and advice on developing Co-swipe. We kicked off with a session on Value Proposition and Lean Business Canvas essentials led by Majella Murphy. This was followed by an engaging discussion with startups Biovit Technologies and PassionFruit. It was an incredibly opportunity to explore different business models and gain fresh perspectives on our work. Then we had a chat with Michael Culligan from NoFrixion diving deeply into Canvas Assumptions, Pivots and Business Model Challenges. We wrapped up with a presentation on Sustainability as an Investment Criteria by Julian Seymour. We’re eager to apply these insights to refine Co-swipe and drive forward with renewed perspective. #furthr #startupdiary #innovation #accelerator #startup

🚀 What happens when large corporations and startups come together to innovate? 🚀 The most visionary companies are already driving their innovation and creating real impact through corporate venturing. At our recent event, S2X Industrial Corporate Venturing Breakfast, three leading corporations shared how their alliances with startups are revolutionizing their sectors and accelerating change. 🎬 Don’t miss this video where, Sergio Zaforas from hp, Xavi Servat Pàmies from Fluidra and Jordi Torrent from Damm reveal how it’s possible to break beyond the conventional limits of innovation, from their own experience. 👉 Hit play and discover the future of collaboration between companies and startups! 💡 If you're ready to take your innovation further and discover the most groundbreaking startups to collaborate with, click here.👉 https://lnkd.in/dHQqDE4a #S2Xpeed #corporateventuring #startup #IndustrialTech

REGISTER NOW: Roundtable on the Built Environment, November 13 2024, starting at 8:30am and hosted by DNX Ventures in San Mateo, Silicon Valley. What are the newest innovations in Construction and the Built Environment and how will they contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint while increasing comfort and well-being? Hear from companies working on #CarbonReform #SmartLighting #HeatCapture #WoodRecycling #CementAlternative #BuildingDecarbonization and more! Register now to join corporates committed to partner with startups to meet their clean, green sustainability goals. Meet startups with disruptive new solutions in this space, and join the discussion on improving sustainability in our buildings and construction. Details and Registration: https://loom.ly/BBE6-kw Startups innovating in this space can add a pitch or demo table when they register. #innovation #startups #demo #networking #partnerships

🚀 Pitch Me Baby® ⚡ – The best pitch event for founders and startups! 🚀 Today I had an amazing opportunity to participate in Pitch Me Baby in Žilina! The atmosphere was electrifying ⚡ when Marianna Vrabova Vrábová took the stage to present her innovative ideas for fighting invasive plants. 🌱 Her inspiring 5-minute proposal was followed by 4 minutes of expert feedback and 1 minute for answers. It was incredible to witness the refinement of ideas in real time and to see HERBATHECA startups being taken to the next level! 💡 This event continues to change the game for the invasive plant project and for startups around the world. 🙌 #Startups #Networking #Pitching #Investors #Tech #Innovation #Accelpoint #Entrepreneurship

 Introducing "Business Tomorrow" 🌟 Our student-led publication is here to explore the future of business! Dive into insights from your favourite professors, discover groundbreaking startups, and stay ahead with the latest trends and innovations. Join us on this exciting journey and be part of the conversation shaping tomorrow's business landscape! 🚀📈 #BusinessTomorrow #StudentLed #FutureOfBusiness #Innovation #Startups #ExpertInsights

🎥 Inside The Council: What We Invest In and Why It Matters 🚀 Our founder and General Partner Amber Illig shares how we’re investing in the future by backing pre-seed companies that are building software for essential industries, like healthcare and manufacturing. In this video, Amber dives into: - Our mission to support startups in sectors that keep the world running - The types of software innovations we’re passionate about - How we partner with founders to turn transformative ideas into reality 👉 Watch the video to learn more about our unique approach. Let’s connect and explore how we can drive innovation in essential industries together! #VentureCapital #Startups #TheCouncilVC #EssentialIndustries #Innovation

The Engine Accelerator and Dacon Corporation have joined forces to support disruptive startups with the potential to change the world. This partnership provides affordable access to labs, equipment, mentorship, and networking opportunities for early-stage Tough Tech companies—startups focused on solving global challenges in environmental, health, and advanced systems. Emily Knight, CEO of The Engine, stated, “We believe that spaces accelerate growth, and partnering with Dacon will help scale Tough Tech teams.” Kevin W. Quinn, CEO of Dacon, added, “It’s our responsibility to support these startups tackling the world’s most complex problems.” Click here to read more: https://lnkd.in/eED_tBrh #Innovation #ToughTech #Startups #Entrepreneurship #TheEngine #DaconCorporation #MIT #ScienceAndTech #Sustainability #Partnerships #DisruptiveTech

Navigating the complex #innovation landscape can be overwhelming. Having a north star to guide your innovation strategy can be very helpful when you have to say "No" to all the exciting opportunities that are out there. At #CampXbyVolvoGroup, we've shifted from a more traditional need-driven model to a more effective, people-centric model. Our latest insights delve into why we focus on the people behind the #startups and the corporate innovation processes and how we used the Cynefin framework to come up with a people-centered approach. If you're looking for ways to shape a successful innovation #strategy or interested in how Volvo Group collaborates with startups, check out our article on sponsor-driven innovation. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/dYebZZ5r

We’re still thinking about +Venture North in Wisconsin 6 weeks ago 🎉 With leaders across #corporateinnovation, #venturecapital, #manufacturing, #supplychain, #energyandpower, and #futureofwork, #healthcare, and more, this year’s event was an inspiring showcase of how collaboration between VCs, startups, and corporations is fueling the growth of Midwest industries. Over 300 attendees from 200+ companies joined us to explore the key trends and strategies shaping the future of our region. From #aerospace to #foodandag, to making Wisconsin a national #biotech hub and beyond, the insights from top venture capitalists, corporate innovators, founders, and operators provided a roadmap for navigating emerging opportunities. A big thank you to everyone who attended, our incredible speakers, and our sponsors who made this day possible. Here’s to new partnerships, bold ideas, the future of Midwest innovation, and a big pre-weekend photo drop for all of you to enjoy! #VentureCapital #CorporateInnovation #StartupEcosystem #TechInnovation #MidwestTech #CorporatePartnerships #MidwestGrowth #MidwestInnovation #MidwestIndustry #VentureNorth2024 #Wisconsin #VentureStudios #MidwestStartups #InnovationInfrastructure #VCTrends #Startups #FlyoverNoMore #VCInsights #CorporateVenture #Entrepreneurship

This is rare to find and excited to hear !! This is for all the vertical SaaS startups out there looking for investment. I know it’s not easy to grow products in non ‘hyped’ industries but personally I love helping these startups. The challenges is real but the reward so much more impactful. I’m working with a vertical SaaS startup at the moment (as I mostly do) and happy to see these sectors moving into the tech space. 🎉 #verticalsaas #saas #growthdesign #behaviordesign #useractivation #userconversion #founder #investment #startupfunding #startupdesign