Vision & Perspectives from Corporate VCs
This panel will explore how leading corporations invest in startups, the key drivers behind their funding decisions, and how startups can align with corporate priorities to secure strategic investment.
Speakers
Head of Digital Research and Innovation • SICPA
Jean-Christophe Makuch is Head of Digital Research & Innovation at SICPA, where he leads strategic work on digital trust, advanced security technologies and innovation. With a background in software engineering, DevOps and digital transformation, he has held senior technical and managerial roles across the finance, engineering and digital-security sectors. He is particularly active on topics such as AI, post-quantum security and digital identity, helping bridge cutting-edge research with real-world applications.
Senior Principal • Orange Ventures
Head of Group Strategy, Managing Director Switzerland & Austria • SGS
Investment Manager • Swiss Post Ventures
Jonathan brings years of experience across various sectors, starting his career at a VC fund in Lausanne. Over the years, he gained valuable insights into investment strategies and analysis. Transitioning to a strategic consulting firm focused on innovation, Jonathan provided tailored guidance to clients on market dynamics and growth strategies. He then moved to project management within an IT development firm, successfully leading complex initiatives. Currently serving as an investment manager, Jonathan draws on his diverse background to identify and capitalize on investment opportunities, along with the rest of the team at Swiss Post Ventures.