Breakout 2 – Case Studies: Creative Ways CVCs Move the Needle for Portfolio Companies

Corporate venture capital (CVC) investing has been on the rise in recent years. This trend coupled with a bull VC market has led to fierce competition for deals. How do startups think about CVC investors, and what value do CVC investors bring to the table? This case study-style session will feature two leading CVC investors and their portfolio companies’ founders/CEOs to unpack the value CVCs contribute beyond financial capital, examining POCs, commercial agreements, marketing synergies, and channel partner opportunities.

 

Session Material:

• 5 Ways to Become Better at Corporate Venture Capital
• How the Best Corporate Venturers Keep Getting Better
• Entrepreneurs: It’s time to put corporate VCs back on your shortlist
• How to Drive Strategic Value and Innovation through Corporate Venture Capital