Deep Tech Forum Silicon Valley: CVC & VC Collaboration for Innovation
Deep Tech Forum Silicon Valley: CVC & VC Collaboration for Innovation
Welcome to the Deep Tech Forum in the heart of Silicon Valley, where we bring together the most influential minds in venture capital and corporate venture capital (CVC) to discuss and explore collaborative strategies that drive innovation in deep tech.
This event is designed exclusively for investors, corporates investing in startups, accelerators, incubators, and industry leaders who are deeply committed to advancing deep tech innovation through strategic partnerships and collaborative ventures. If you are looking to gain actionable insights into cross-cultural investment strategies, network with top-tier professionals, and explore new opportunities for collaboration in deep tech sectors like robotics, AI, manufacturing automation and climate tech, this forum is for you!
What to Expect:
Join us for an exclusive afternoon that dives deep into the world of collaborative investments between CVCs and VCs. Learn how these partnerships are shaping the future of deep tech, including sectors like robotics, AI, autonomous mobility, and manufacturing automation.
• Keynote Address: Hear from leading voices in the industry about the power of collaboration between CVCs and VCs in driving innovation and scaling deep tech startups.
• Cross-Cultural CVC Panel: Gain valuable insights from a panel of experts as they unpack the differences and synergies among American, German and Japanese approaches to startup investment.
• Networking Opportunities: Connect with a curated audience of investors, corporates, accelerators, and university leaders over finger foods, fostering meaningful relationships and potential collaborations.
Event Agenda:
• 1:00 – 1:20 PM - Venue Opens: Check in, get settled, and start connecting. Registration & Networking. MC: Sabrina Sasaki | Principal, Monozukuri Ventures
• 1:20 – 1:25 Opening Remarks: Steve Pollock | President, Japan Society of Northern California
• 1:30 – 1:55 Keynote: Collaborative Ventures – How CVCs and VCs Drive Deep Tech Innovation Together
Learn about the collaborative strategies that are redefining the deep tech landscape, and how joint efforts between VCs and CVCs are catalyzing innovation. Anand Kamannavar, Global Head, Applied Ventures
• 1:55 – 2:05 Special Session: Introduction to the Venture Client Model. Masayuki Kimura | COO, Deloitte Venture Support
• 2:05 – 2:45 Cross-Cultural CVC Panel: Unpacking Diverse Approaches to Startup Investment
An engaging discussion featuring CVC leaders from both the U.S., Germany, and Japan, exploring diverse investment philosophies, strategies, and opportunities for cross-border collaboration.
― Betty Briant, Principal, Woven Capital
― Sabeeha Islam, Vice President, Munich Re Ventures
― Thomas Kluz, Managing Partner, Niterra Ventures
― Yvonne Lutsch, CVC in Deep Tech, former Bosch Ventures
― Xiaoming Yin, Senior Investment Manager, Lockheed Martin Ventures (Moderator)
• 2:45 – 2:55 Special Session: Recent Trends of Hardware Venture Investment
What kinds of hardware startups are gaining traction, and what are the overall trends? ENOTECH CEO Michi Kaifu will provide a bird’s-eye view of quantitative analysis of the recent venture investment data. Michi Kaifu | CEO, ENOTECH Consulting
•2:55 – 3:00 Closing Remarks: Nobuhiro Seki | Co-founding Partner, Monozukuri Ventures
• 3:00 PM - Networking Break with Finger Foods:
Take this opportunity to network with industry leaders, peers, and potential partners while enjoying refreshments. Discuss emerging trends, share ideas, and explore collaborations in a relaxed setting.
• 4:00 PM - Venue Closes: Wrap up the day with new insights, connections, and potential opportunities.
Who Should Attend?
This forum is tailored for CVCs, VCs, accelerators, incubators, corporate innovation leaders, and academic institutions focused on fostering deep tech innovation. It is an ideal opportunity to engage with cross-border investment strategies, explore collaborative ventures, and gain a competitive edge in the evolving landscape of deep tech.
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with key players in the deep tech ecosystem and be part of the conversation that is shaping the future of innovation!
Register Now to Secure Your Spot!
Organizer: Monozukuri Ventures
Co-host: Japan Society of Northern California
Venue Sponsored by Niterra
Sponsored by ENOTECH Consulting
Supported by Grit Ventures