In the bustling world of entrepreneurship, the visibility of a start-up and the development of its business are crucial issues. But how can we truly assess the relevance of a start-up in the incessant whirlwind of conventional methods? SprintProject stands out with its innovative “Sitting Startup” approach, redefining the way startups make themselves known.
How does a Sitting Startup work?
Beyond the Traditional Startup Pitch
A Sitting Startup is a special moment where the founder of an innovative startup presents in depth the foundations of his project to Sprint expertsProject. Going well beyond the standard startup pitch, they explore the founder's story, the genesis of the project, the strategy, the benefits of the solution, the composition of the team and the development stages of the young budding company. A qualitative approach that transcends the constraints of traditional pitching in a confidential setting.
" I found this meeting format very interesting and innovative. It differs from the traditional pitch by its simplicity and authenticity. Instead of presenting my project in a formal and standardized way, I was able to interact with the SprintProject teams in more depth. This allowed me to address more concrete aspects of my solution and to receive constructive and appropriate feedback. "
Virginie Becquart, Co-founder & COO of Foodpilot
How the Meetings Take Place
Whether at the initiative of the founders or following an invitation from SprintProject, a Sitting Startup takes place mainly in Sprint's premisesProject in Saint-Cloud, in the Paris region, or by videoconference. These one-and-a-half-hour meetings allow the founders to interact with the experts of SprintProject in a setting conducive to professional and caring discussions.
A Complete Assessment
As part of a Sitting Startup, SprintProject positions itself not only as an exchange partner, but also as an evaluator. Using a rigorous method based on nearly 70 criteria, our experts analyze all innovative startups in order to evaluate their positioning, as well as their technological and market maturity. This evaluation grid, made available to our clients, allows them to compare start-ups with each other and to give a constructive opinion on a startup when they meet it.
From Continuous Monitoring to Strategic Opportunities
Long-Term Monitoring
A Sitting Startup is not a single meeting. Given the dynamic nature of startups and constant innovation, our approach includes regular and continuous monitoring to stay informed of rapid market developments, start-ups and the potential of each project. At SprintProject, we follow the founders throughout their entrepreneurial adventure, thus establishing a solid and lasting relationship.
Access to Strategic Opportunities
Thanks to Sitting Startups, and based on this long-term monitoring, SprintProject determines when is the right time to launch business opportunities for identified startups and its clients. SprintProject then becomes the facilitating partner. By integrating theecosystem of innovative startups monitored by SprintProject, founders gain access to strategic opportunities, ranging from co-development projects to strategic partnerships or successful commercial alliances.
" Thanks to SprintProject's teams, we met DB Schenker who was looking with Les Triporteurs Français for a trailer with more capacity for transporting pallets. The solutions co-developed in this project were rewarded with an unprecedented double “Innovation Prize” and “Coup de Cœur Prize” from the Kings of the Supply Chain 2023. "
Nicolas Duvaut, CEO of K-Ryole
Being challenged by Experts and Decision Makers
For an entrepreneur, it is sometimes necessary to take a step back and compare your ideas to move your business forward. Sitting Startup offers the founder of the innovative startup the opportunity to submit his vision and his project to sector experts and innovation specialists. During these discussions, SprintProject Experts provide initial direct and caring feedback to entrepreneurs, to stimulate and boost the strategic development of their business.
Are you an innovative startup in the fields of Supply Chain, Agri-food, Retail, FMCG or Industry, looking for exchange, stimulation or development opportunities? Contact-us to organize a Sitting Startup.
