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The Corporate Venturing Podcast#8 - The Corporate Venturer: Diplomat, Therapist, Magician w/ Patricia Kroondijk (Canon Marketing Japan)đď¸ Welcome to a new episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!What does it take to lead Corporate Venturing in a global organisation, when the rules are shifting, and the real challenge is not building ventures⌠but making them stick?In this episode, I sit down with Patricia Kroondijk, Head of Corporate Venture Capital and Venture Building at Canon, to explore what it means to drive innovation inside a company known for excellence and legacy, but hungry for transformation.Patricia shares her personal framework of the thr...2025-07-1639 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#7 - Open Innovation vs. Corporate Venturing w/ Davide Ritorto (Your Host)đď¸ Welcome to a special solo episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!You know those meetings or keynotes where terms like Open Innovation and Corporate Venturing get thrown around like they mean the same thing? Spoiler: they donât.In this episode, I take a step back to clear the confusion â and properly introduce myself along the way (yes, finally⌠after six episodes).We unpack:đŞ What Open Innovation and Corporate Venturing really means â beyond the buzzwordsđĄ The difference between integrating external knowledge and betti...2025-07-0224 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#6 - Creating Ventures From Within w/ Dan Northover & Jasdeep Sawhney (JLR)đď¸ Welcome to the sixth episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!How do you build new ventures inside a global corporateâand still move with startup speed?In this episode, I sit down with Jasdeep Sawhney (Managing Director) and Dan Northover (Venture Principal) from InMotion Ventures, the venture studio of Jaguar Land Rover, to explore how theyâre building successful ventures that orbit the corporate mothershipâstrategically aligned, but free to move fast.We discuss:đ What makes InMotion Ventures a hybrid between a studio and a c...2025-06-0651 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#5 - Proving the ROI of Corporate Venturing w/ Peter Roeber (Gore)đď¸ Welcome to the fifth episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!Proving the Return on Investment (ROI) of corporate venturing is one of the most persistentâand misunderstoodâchallenges innovation leaders face. Itâs not just about the money. Itâs about showing how innovation drives strategic growth, cultural change, and long-term value creation.In this episode, I sit down with Peter Roeber, innovation leader at Gore, a global material science company known for Gore-Tex and its strong innovation culture. Peter shares how Gore evaluates its venturing efforts, balances financial and strategic...2025-05-1033 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#4 - Corporate Venture Capital & Building w/ Sebastiano Silvestri & Giacomo Manzoni (A2A)Welcome to the fourth episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!Corporate innovation leaders often debate: Should we invest in external startups or build new ventures from within? The answer may be both.In this episode, I sit down with Giacomo Manzoni, Head of Corporate Venture Building, and Sebastiano Silvestri, Head of Corporate Venture Capital at â A2Aâ âItalyâs leading multi-utility company focused on sustainability and energy transition. Together, they share how A2A is harnessing both CVC and CVB to drive long-term innovation and strategic impact.2025-04-1141 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#3 - The Art of Sourcing and Engaging Startups w/ Karen Dams (Brussels Airport) & Andrew Erlick (Reckitt)Note: We experienced a minor technical issue with the microphone during this recording, so the audio quality may not be perfect at times. Thanks for your patienceâwe promise the insights are worth it!Welcome to another episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!Startups are becoming an increasingly vital source of innovation for corporationsâbut what does it take to build successful partnerships? How can large enterprises collaborate effectively with agile startups to drive real business impact?In this episode, I sit down with Kare...2025-03-1045 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#2 - Why Corporate Venturing Matters for Business Growth? w/ Phil Hague (3M)Welcome to the second episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!Corporate venturing has become a key strategy for companies looking to stay ahead in an evolving business landscape. But what makes it so impactful for growth, and how can leaders ensure their venturing efforts succeed?In this episode, I sit down with Phil Hague, Innovation Design Director at 3M, to explore the role of corporate venturing in driving business success. Drawing from his experience leading innovation at companies like Procter & Gamble, Lenovo, and Microsoft, Phil shares practical insights on:⢠Why corporate ve...2025-02-2031 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#1 - What is Corporate Venturing? w/ Thomas Van Halewyck (Bundl)Welcome to the first episode of The Corporate Venturing Podcast!
Corporate venturing is often defined as âthe practice of established companies collaborating with or investing in startups to drive innovation and growth.â But what does that really mean in practice, and why has it become such a crucial strategy for companies to stay competitive in todayâs fast-changing business landscape?
In this episode, I sit down with Thomas Van Halewyck, Founder and CEO of Bundl, to explore the foundations of corporate venturing. From understanding its key elementsâcollaboration, investment, and venture buildingâto unpacking why traditiona...2024-12-2828 min
The Corporate Venturing Podcast#0 - The Corporate Venturing Podcast Trailerđď¸ Welcome to The Corporate Venturing Podcast, where we explore how established companies are transforming through Open Innovation and Corporate Venturing. Iâm Davide Ritorto, your host, bringing you insights and strategies from the leaders shaping the future of corporate venturing.
Powered by â Bundl Venture Clubâ , this podcast connects corporate entrepreneurs worldwide. Join us as we dive into the challenges and opportunities that drive corporate innovation.
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