Introduction
IBM Venture Capital Group
Our goal is to build strategic relationships with venture capital firms and their portfolio companies to create:
- An ecosystem that fosters innovation
- Exciting new technologies and customer solutions
- New growth opportunities in new markets
Spotlight on IBM SmartCamp
Looking for global entrepreneurs who want to make a smarter planet.
SmartCamp is an exclusive networking and mentoring competition aimed at identifying early stage entrepreneurs who are developing business ventures that align with Smarter Planet.
SmartCamp previously held a competition in Dublin, Ireland. Five finalists were selected to attend a one day event to network with 25 leading entrepreneurs, investors and industry experts. One of the finalists was chosen as overall Smart Camp winner. Some of our co-sponsors also offered their own prizes to organizations that impress them in their areas of interest.
Winner: TreeMetrics (link resides outside of ibm.com)
Tree Metrics were the unanimous choice by the judges. Their solution for forestry management incorporates the three "I's" of Smarter Planet - Instrumented, Interconnected and Intelligent and they will now enter a three month mentorship program with IBM to help build their business plan develop a joint value proposition.
In the news
The world's best renewable source of energy: Efficiency
Jan. 20, 2010
With focus on natural lighting and ventilation, clean materials, intelligent and automated energy management and a more organic feel, green buildings have been shown to actually improve worker productivity, cut down on sick days, reduce health care costs, and boost workplace morale.
Events
Corporate Venturing & Innovation Partnering
Feb 23-25, 2010
Newport Beach, CA
This annual event provides corporate investors with strategies to gain a competitive advantage through corporate venturing and innovation initiatives.
Work with Business Partners
Cloud computing
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