Our "imPulse" Podcast picks up on the topics of Founders Stories, Venture Building, Start-ups and Tech Trends. Nils Wagner, CEO of REHAU New Ventures, talks to founders, insiders and people who simply make a difference. The term "Pulse" conveys the pulse of the start-up world and points to the vitality, growth and rhythm of entrepreneurship. We set impulses by providing insights into inspiring founder stories or by looking at new technology trends from different angles.

imPulse - Founders & Tech Talk
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Our "imPulse" Podcast picks up on the topics of Founders Stories, Venture Building, Start-ups and Tech Trends. Nils Wagner, CEO of REHAU New Ventures, talks to founders, insiders and people who simply make a difference. The term "Pulse" conveys the pulse of the start-up world and points to the vitality, growth and rhythm of entrepreneurship. We set impulses by providing insights into inspiring founder stories or by looking at new technology trends from different angles.
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August 6, 2025
#20 Kilian Karrasch | Corporate Venture Building for Hidden Champions
<p>This episode of Founders Talk explores corporate venture building for hidden champions—specialized SMEs that lead their niche but remain largely unknown. Host Nils Wagner and guest Kilian Karas discuss how corporate venturing helps companies stay competitive, citing examples like Kodak’s failure to innovate. They cover key challenges such as balancing risk-averse corporate culture with entrepreneurial agility, aligning incentives, and the importance of long-term investment. The conversation highlights that building in-house venture expertise is crucial for sustained innovation and strategic growth.</p><p><br /></p><p>Chapter:</p><p>00:00 : Introduction</p><p>00:20 : Guest Introduction: Kilian Karasch</p><p>00:45 : Kilian's Background and Journey</p><p>01:59 : Current Role and Activities</p><p>02:51 : Understanding Hidden Champions</p><p>04:27 : Importance of Corporate Venturing</p><p>08:26 : Different Tools in Corporate Venturing</p><p>08:40 : Process of Corporate Venturing</p><p>13:45 : Practical Implementation of Corporate Venturing</p><p>15:42 : Aligning Corporate Venturing with Company Strategy</p><p>17:08 : Challenges of Corporate Venturing in the Startup World</p><p>18:38 : Managing Expectations and Preparing for Challenges</p><p>21:45 : The Importance of Knowing When to Quit</p><p>23:44 : Incorporating Statistical Facts into Venture Building</p><p>26:20 : Corporate Entrepreneurs in Venture Building</p><p>27:10 : Building In-House Skills for Corporate Venturing</p><p>28:34 : The Risk-Reward Profile of Venturing</p><p>30:00 : The Venture Board in Corporate Venturing</p><p>31:13 : Dealing with Potential Conflicts and Misalignment in Corporate Venturing</p><p>32:27 : Communication and Inspiring People in Corporate Venturing</p><p>36:04 : Aligning Interests and Incentives in Corporate Venturing</p><p>36:53 : Examples of Successful Corporate Startups</p><p>39:48 : Closing Remarks </p><p><br /></p><p>🔗 Useful Links: </p><p><a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://www.linkedin.com/in/kiliankarrasch/</a></p>

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