Despite political headwinds, impact investing is evolving—not retreating. From China to the Gulf, capital is flowing to ESG ventures that align long-term financial returns with strategic reputation and trust.
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CB Insight 'State of Venture 2024' Report: Insights and Advisory
Venture capital is evolving rapidly, with AI, fintech, and climate tech dominating investment flows. According to CB Insights’ State of Venture 2024 report, global VC funding has hit an eight-year low, but key sectors and regions are still thriving. While the US, UK, and parts of Asia attract strong investment, China, Canada, and Germany face declines. As governments refine policies and start-ups adapt to investor demands, 2025 presents both challenges and opportunities for venture-backed innovation.
How Strategic Communications Can Unlock Value for CVCs
Strategic communications is a game-changer for CEOs, business leaders, and CVC investors, driving higher valuations, stronger acquisitions, and better ROI. Companies with proactive market positioning secure higher valuations and greater acquisition success. Learn how CVCs can unlock long-term growth and competitive advantage through strategic communications and stakeholder engagement.
Navigating the Future of Corporate Venturing: Strategic Insights for Boardroom Leaders
Corporate Venture Capital (CVC) is shaping the future of innovation, delivering strategic value, and driving returns for businesses and investors, with insights tailored for board members and C-Suite executives. Senior CVC leaders and academics came together at a London Business School event to share their views on the future of corporate venturing and the opportunities for innovation.
Maximising the UK Industrial Strategy: A Guide for Business Leaders, Investors, and Policymakers
Today, the UK government published its Industrial Strategy Green Paper, a public consultation that asks businesses to' help shape the industrial strategy.’ Timed to coincide with the International Investment Summit, the Green Paper presents the government’s vision for driving long-term economic growth. Yet, while it is being unveiled at a gathering of international investors, the UK must support the creation of a corporate venture capital ecosystem that can support UK innovation that can deliver growth.
Communications Strategies for Corporate Venture Capital firms
Venture capital companies are still one of the leading investors in innovation and growth but because of the current fiscal landscape they are keeping back on many deals. Now could be the time for corporate ventures to move in and establish their capital and sector expertise. But to do this they need an effective strategy and communication.