This Innovation Talk with the title “Best Practices für Company Building in der Energiewirtschaft” was held by Dr. Lukas Meusburger, Co-Founder & Managing Partner at V_labs, a leading Corporate Venture Builder in Austria.  This talk was held as a panel discussion between Lukas Meusburger, Dr. Franz Zöchbauer (Director Corporate Innovation & New Business bei VERBUND AG, Geschäftsführer VERBUND Ventures GmbH), and Prof. Werner H. Hoffmann (Professor für Strategisches Management, Wirtschaftsuniversität Wien & Partner Strategy and Transactions, Contrast EY-Parthenon, Österreich).

In his insightful talk, Lukas Meusburger focused on the concept of Corporate Venture Building, also known as Corporate Venturing, as an ideal instrument for implementing radical innovations and new business models beyond the core business. The discussion focused on its applicability, particularly within the energy industry, which is undergoing significant transformation. He delved into the critical aspects for effectively integrating Company Building in the energy sector, outlining the necessary prerequisites and highlighting key elements that distinguish successful examples. He The speaker also provided insights into when and how this approach can be meaningfully utilized in addressing the transformational needs of the energy industry.

After the inspiring talk and the subsequent interactive panel discussion, there was a lively final round of general Q&A.