Most executives believe innovation is critical for their business, yet they feel behind in their ability to innovate.
At Confederation, we understand the questions that are top of mind for corporate executives related to the startup ecosystem.
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How do you differentiate the signal from the noise when it comes to startups and emerging technologies?
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How do you decide when to build, buy, or partner when filling a digital capability or technology gap?
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What are the best practices and most successful governance models for engaging with startups?
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When is setting up a Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) program the right answer, and how do you optimize your strategic and financial performance?
Because we serve incumbents and startups, the confederation team has the unique ability to bring these two ecosystems together.
Innovation bootcamps
We host corporate executive teams in Silicon Valley, New York, Israel, and innovation hubs throughout Europe and Asia, connecting them with potential partners to drive strategic initiatives forward.
Startup engagement strategy
We work with corporate executive teams to establish a portfolio of initiatives and an effective operating model to engage with startups for lasting impact.
Corporate venturing
We help corporate innovators develop and execute their corporate venture capital strategies, enabling them to deliver both strategic and financial dividends.
Leadership capability building
We guide executive teams over a multi-month leadership journey to set a startup and innovation agenda while building the necessary capabilities to achieve their goals for growth.
Important statistic
- 264 new corporate venture capital funds invested in 2018, but 1/3 of funds that were active in 2015 have since stopped investing
- ~80% of interviewed corporates have 2+ programs to engage with the external ecosystem
- 50% of the existing S&P 500 companies have disappeared in the last 20 years, and the lifespan of S&P 500 companies has decreased from 67 to 15 years
