Enterprise Innovation.
Delivered.
We help enterprises discover, validate, and deploy emerging technologies — by scouting startups, matching solutions, and co-managing Proofs of Concept.
From Idea → to Pilot → to Scale
Startup Scouting
Enterprise Matchmaking
PoC Co-Management
Innovation Delivery
Enterprise Innovation.
Delivered.
We help enterprises discover, validate, and deploy emerging technologies — by scouting startups, matching solutions, and co-managing Proofs of Concept.
From Idea → to Pilot → to Scale
Startup Scouting
Enterprise Matchmaking
PoC Co-Management
Innovation Delivery
Enterprise Innovation.
Delivered.
We help enterprises discover, validate, and deploy emerging technologies — by scouting startups, matching solutions, and co-managing Proofs of Concept.
From Idea → to Pilot → to Scale
Startup Scouting
Enterprise Matchmaking
PoC Co-Management
Innovation Delivery
Enterprise Innovation.
Delivered.
We help enterprises discover, validate, and deploy emerging technologies — by scouting startups, matching solutions, and co-managing Proofs of Concept.
From Idea → to Pilot → to Scale
Startup Scouting
Enterprise Matchmaking
PoC Co-Management
Innovation Delivery
Enterprise Innovation.
Delivered.
We help enterprises discover, validate, and deploy emerging technologies — by scouting startups, matching solutions, and co-managing Proofs of Concept.
From Idea → to Pilot → to Scale
Startup Scouting
Enterprise Matchmaking
PoC Co-Management
Innovation Delivery
The Problem.
INNOVATION Is Hard to Execute
Enterprise teams face three common challenges:
INNOVATION Is Hard to Execute
Enterprise teams face three common challenges:
INNOVATION Is Hard to Execute
Enterprise teams face three common challenges:
INNOVATION Is Hard to Execute
Enterprise teams face three common challenges:
Too many startups, too little signal
Too many startups, too little signal
Too many startups, too little signal
Too many startups, too little signal
PoCs that never scale
PoCs that never scale
PoCs that never scale
PoCs that never scale
Slow internal alignment and execution
Slow internal alignment and execution
Slow internal alignment and execution
Slow internal alignment and execution
Innovation becomes talk instead of results.
We solve this.
Innovation becomes talk instead of results.
We solve this.
Innovation becomes talk instead of results.
We solve this.
Innovation becomes talk instead of results.
We solve this.
The Problem.
INNOVATION Is Hard to Execute
Enterprise teams face three common challenges:
Too many startups, too little signal
PoCs that never scale
Slow internal alignment and execution
Innovation becomes talk instead of results.
We solve this.
What? We Do
What? We Do
What? We Do
We Turn Innovation into Executed PoCs
We Turn Innovation into Executed PoCs
We help enterprises move from
exploration → validation → implementation
We help enterprises move from exploration → validation → implementation
SCOUT
We identify high-signal startups aligned with your strategic priorities
We identify high-signal startups aligned with your strategic priorities
Match
We curate and introduce only the most relevant solutions
We curate and introduce only the most relevant solutions
Execute
We co-manage Proofs of Concept with clear success criteria
We co-manage Proofs of Concept with clear success criteria
Scale
We support internal adoption
and rollout
We support internal adoption and rollout
How ? it works
How ? it works
Simple. Structured. Outcome-Driven.
STEP 1
STEP 1
STEP 1
Define Priorities
Define Priorities
Define Priorities
Define Priorities
We align on your innovation goals and business challenges
We align on your innovation goals and business challenges
We align on your innovation goals and business challenges
We align on your innovation goals and business challenges
STEP 2
STEP 2
STEP 2
Startup Scouting
Startup Scouting
Startup Scouting
Startup Scouting
We identify relevant startups and emerging technologies
We identify relevant startups and emerging technologies
We identify relevant startups and emerging technologies
We identify relevant startups and emerging technologies
STEP 3
STEP 3
STEP 3
Curated Introductions
Curated Introductions
Curated Introductions
Curated Introductions
You meet only high-signal, vetted solutions
You meet only high-signal, vetted solutions
You meet only high-signal, vetted solutions
You meet only high-signal, vetted solutions
STEP 4
STEP 4
STEP 4
PoC Execution
PoC Execution
PoC Execution
PoC
Execution
PoC Execution
We co-manage pilots with
clear KPIs
We co-manage pilots with
clear KPIs
We co-manage pilots with
clear KPIs
We co-manage pilots with
clear KPIs
STEP 5
STEP 5
STEP 5
Scale & Adoption
Scale & Adoption
Scale & Adoption
Scale & Adoption
We support
rollout and internal adoption
We support rollout and internal adoption
We support
rollout and internal adoption
We support
rollout and internal adoption
What ? you Get
What ? you Get
Highly-engaged Innovation community
Highly-engaged Innovation community
Highly-engaged Innovation community
Highly-engaged Innovation community
Reduced scouting effort
Reduced scouting effort
Reduced scouting effort
Reduced scouting effort
Higher PoC success rate
Higher PoC success rate
Higher PoC success rate
Higher PoC success rate
Structured innovation delivery
Structured innovation delivery
Structured innovation delivery
Structured
innovation
delivery
Cross-industry insights
Cross-industry insights
Cross-industry insights
Cross-industry insights
Faster innovation cycles
Faster innovation
cycles
Faster innovation cycles
Faster innovation cycles
Access to curated startups
Access to curated startups
Access to curated startups
Access to curated startups
Who ? We Work With
Who ? We Work With
Designed for Enterprise Innovation Teams
Designed for Enterprise Innovation Teams
Innovation Leaders
Innovation Leaders
Innovation Leaders
Innovation Leaders
Innovation Leaders
Digital Transformation Teams
Digital Transformation Teams
Digital Transformation Teams
Digital Transformation Teams
Digital Transformation Teams
Emerging Technology Teams
Emerging Technology Teams
Emerging Technology Teams
Emerging Technology Teams
Emerging Technology Teams
Corporate Venture & Partnerships
Corporate Venture & Partnerships
Corporate Venture & Partnerships
Corporate Venture & Partnerships
Corporate Venture & Partnerships
R&D & Product Innovation
R&D & Product Innovation
R&D & Product Innovation
R&D & Product Innovation
R&D & Product Innovation
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
Strategy & Transformation Leaders
FOCUS AREAS
FOCUS AREAS
FOCUS AREAS
Technologies We Scout
Technologies We Scout
Technologies We Scout
Artificial Intelligence
Quantum Technologies
XR & Spatial Computing
Automation & Robotics
Data & Analytics
Blockchain & Digital Infrastructure
The Community.
The Community.
The Private Community for Enterprise Innovation Leaders
The Private Community for Enterprise Innovation Leaders
The Private Community for Enterprise Innovation Leaders
The Private Community for
Enterprise Innovation Leaders
Beyond PoCs, we bring together enterprise innovators, startups, and ecosystem leaders in a curated, high-signal community.
Beyond PoCs, we bring together enterprise innovators, startups, and ecosystem leaders in a curated, high-signal community.
Beyond PoCs, we bring together enterprise innovators, startups, and ecosystem leaders in a curated, high-signal community.
Beyond PoCs, we bring together enterprise innovators, startups, and ecosystem leaders in a curated, high-signal community.
This is where innovation leaders:
This is where innovation leaders:
This is where innovation leaders:
This is where innovation leaders:
Share real use cases and lessons learned
Share real use cases and lessons learned
Share real use cases and lessons learned
Share real use cases and lessons learned
Discover emerging technologies
Discover emerging technologies
Discover emerging technologies
Discover emerging technologies
Meet vetted startups
Meet vetted startups
Meet vetted startups
Meet vetted startups
Learn from peers across industries
Learn from peers across industries
Learn from peers across industries
Learn from peers across industries
Build long-term innovation partnerships
Build long-term innovation partnerships
Build long-term innovation partnerships
Build long-term innovation partnerships
No noise. No generic networking.
Just innovators solving real problems.
No noise. No generic networking.
Just innovators solving real problems.
No noise. No generic networking.
Just innovators solving real problems.
No noise. No generic networking.
Just innovators solving real problems.
COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
COMMUNITY EVENTS
Curated Innovation Events
Curated Innovation Events
We convene focused event formats that help innovation leaders explore ideas, assess solutions, and connect with the right peers.
We convene focused event formats that help innovation leaders explore ideas, assess solutions, and connect with the right peers.
Online
Online
Webinars - Insight-led sessions to inform teams, share perspectives, or demo a solution.
Show and tell - Startup presentations and PoC showcases built around real use cases.
Workshops - Facilitated discovery and design thinking sessions to move ideas forward.
In-person
In-person
Executive dinners - Invite-only dinners designed for candid peer exchange and strategic discussion.
Why ? Us
Why ? Us
Built by Both Sides of Innovation
Built by Both Sides of Innovation
Built by Both Sides of Innovation
Built by Both Sides of Innovation
Yancho
Enterprise Innovation
Yancho
Enterprise Innovation
Yancho
Enterprise Innovation
Yancho
Enterprise Innovation
Yancho
Enterprise Innovation
15+ years enterprise experience Emerging Technology Leader at Nestlé Deep understanding of enterprise innovation execution
15+ years enterprise experience Emerging Technology Leader at Nestlé Deep understanding of enterprise innovation execution
15+ years enterprise experience Emerging Technology Leader at Nestlé Deep understanding of enterprise innovation execution
15+ years enterprise experience Emerging Technology Leader at Nestlé Deep understanding of enterprise innovation execution
15+ years enterprise experience Emerging Technology Leader at Nestlé Deep understanding of enterprise innovation execution
Nikola
Startup & Venture
Nikola
Startup & Venture
Nikola
Startup & Venture
Nikola
Startup & Venture
Nikola
Startup & Venture
15+ years building startups
Fundraising, scaling, and enterprise partnerships Startup execution and innovation delivery
15+ years building startups
Fundraising, scaling, and enterprise partnerships Startup execution and innovation delivery
15+ years building startups
Fundraising, scaling, and enterprise partnerships Startup execution and innovation delivery
15+ years building startups Fundraising, scaling, and enterprise partnerships Startup execution and innovation delivery
15+ years building startups
Fundraising, scaling, and enterprise partnerships Startup execution and innovation delivery
Together, we bridge enterprise needs and startup speed.
Together, we bridge enterprise needs and startup speed.
Together, we bridge enterprise needs and startup speed.
Flexible
Collaboration.
Flexible
Collaboration.
Flexible
Collaboration.
Innovation Scouting
Startup discovery and curated introductions
Innovation Scouting
Startup discovery and curated introductions
Innovation Scouting
Startup discovery and curated introductions
Innovation Scouting
Startup discovery and curated introductions
PoC Acceleration
Pilot execution and co-management
PoC Acceleration
Pilot execution and co-management
PoC Acceleration
Pilot execution and co-management
PoC Acceleration
Pilot execution and co-management
Innovation Programs
End-to-end innovation initiatives
Innovation Programs
End-to-end innovation initiatives
Innovation Programs
End-to-end innovation initiatives
Innovation Programs
End-to-end innovation initiatives
Executive Innovation Advisory
Strategic innovation guidance
Executive Innovation Advisory
Strategic innovation guidance
Executive Innovation Advisory
Strategic innovation guidance
Executive Innovation Advisory
Strategic innovation guidance
Upcoming & Past Events.
Upcoming & Past Events.
Upcoming & Past Events.
We host and participate in leading events around AI, commerce and digital innovation
We host and participate in leading events around AI, commerce and digital innovation
WEBINAR
E-commerce Future
Online
3 Jun, 2026
WEBINAR
E-commerce Future
Online
3 Jun, 2026
WEBINAR
E-commerce Future
Online
3 Jun, 2026
WORKSHOP
Enterprise AI Workshop
London, UK
15 Jun, 2026
WORKSHOP
Enterprise AI Workshop
London, UK
15 Jun, 2026
WORKSHOP
Enterprise AI Workshop
London, UK
15 Jun, 2026
MEET UP
Retail Innovation Meetup
Barcelona, Spain
18 Sept, 2026
MEET UP
Retail Innovation Meetup
Barcelona, Spain
18 Sept, 2026
MEET UP
Retail Innovation Meetup
Barcelona, Spain
18 Sept, 2026
ROUNDTABLE
Digital Shelf, Roundtable
Amsterdam, NL
22 Oct, 2026
ROUNDTABLE
Digital Shelf, Roundtable
Amsterdam, NL
22 Oct, 2026
ROUNDTABLE
Digital Shelf, Roundtable
Amsterdam, NL
22 Oct, 2026
FAQ
FAQ
Is Innovation Circle open to everyone?
No. Innovation Circle is a curated, invitation-based community. We review applications to maintain high-quality conversations and strong member fit.
Who should apply?
Is there a membership fee?
Are startups allowed to join?
What kind of events do you host?
Is the community global?
Can I nominate someone?
Ready to Accelerate Innovation?
Ready to Accelerate Innovation?
Ready to Accelerate Innovation?
Start with a conversation.
Start with a conversation.
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enterprise innovation leaders.
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Private community for
enterprise innovation leaders.
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Private community for
enterprise innovation leaders.
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2026 IC Innovationcircle
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Private community for
enterprise innovation leaders.
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2026 IC Innovationcircle
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