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Austin Noronha on Sony's venture strategies, mobility tech, and ESG-driven innovation | E23
Austin Noronha joins Jack Crawford to discuss corporate venture events, networking, and the role of technology in sports. The conversation explores Sony's corporate investing, its unique venture model, and investment mandate focused on mobility, AI, and new technologies. They delve into Sony's investment criteria, collaboration strategies, and how they balance financial and strategic goals. The episode highlights deal sourcing, the importance of ESG and SDGs, and the traits of successful founders. They discuss the value beyond capital and emerging tech trends. The episode features a rapid-fire Q&A with Austin, insights into his morning routine, and success tips, concluding with closing remarks and acknowledgments.
Key Points
- Sony's corporate venture efforts span beyond consumer electronics to include fintech, healthcare, and mobility, with investments aimed at integrating cutting-edge technologies like AI and robotics into these sectors.
- Sony Innovation Fund operates autonomously but collaborates closely with Sony's business units to leverage the company's global network and technical resources, providing startups with strategic advantages beyond just capital.
- Austin Naranja emphasizes the importance of continuous learning and deep industry knowledge for long-term success in venture capital, advocating for openness to new ideas from all sources, including younger generations.
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