Smaller corporate venture funds — those with less than $50m — can use their slim size as an advantage if they plan well and have a laser-like focus.

Corporate investors backed 27% fewer funding round in 2023, but CVC units are increasingly resilient and sophisticated in strategy.

A decade ago there was hardly a name for it. Today venture capital platform roles are a crucial way for investment firms to attract startups.

Every startup will need to give away board seats, but founders can shape the boardroom for success – here’s how.

Interactions between startups and corporates often fail to produce meaningful results. Some internal changes can help - but is achieving a breakthrough possible without digital assistance?

CVCs appear to be increasingly comfortable with taking a leading role in startup funding rounds — does this mark a permanent shift?

A majority of CVCs still prefer to hire experienced investors externally, but internal hiring may be increasing in popularity.

Finding funds that are willing to collaborate and engage with their limited partners is one of several pieces of advice for fund-of-fund investing.

Corporate investors can have a bit of a bad reputation among startups. But what are the main worries and fears and how can they be allayed?

As corporate venture capital units compete more with financial VC firms for talented investors, they are having to get creative on compensation packages.