Hugging the 800lb Gorilla

Hugging the 800lb Gorilla

Explore the dynamic relationship between startups and corporate and private investors in this 20-minute panel discussion from Collision Conference 2018. Gain insights from industry experts Scott Campbell of Deloitte UK, Quinn Li of Qualcomm Ventures, Doug Kaufman of TransLoc, and James Mawson of Mawsonia as they delve into the concept of "Hugging the 800lb Gorilla." Discover the five essential needs of entrepreneurs and learn about the importance of openness in corporate-startup partnerships. Understand how established companies like Qualcomm approach venture investments and collaboration with startups. Benefit from the panelists' final thoughts on navigating the complex ecosystem of corporate and private investments in the startup world.