Open Innovation Talks · 2024-05-06 · 44 min
Dive into the world of corporate venture capital (CVC) in our latest podcast episode! Join us as we explore the differences between CVCs and traditional VCs with Johann Boukhors, Managing Director at ENGIE New Ventures, the CVC arm of the French multinational utility company. Hosted by our Chairman Alberto Onetti, this insightful interview delves into the unique perspective of CVCs. Johann shares invaluable insights, highlighting that while both CVCs and traditional VCs aim to support startup success, they pursue different intermediate objectives. "Our ambition should be to gather strategic market intelligence and form partnerships with impactful outcomes," he emphasizes. Discover ENGIE Ventures' evolution in strategy, their preference for direct investments, and their sweet spot in Series A funding. Tune in to gain a deeper understanding of the dynamic world of corporate venture capital!
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