Corporate VC (CVC)
A venture investment arm of a large corporation.
CVCs invest in startups for both financial returns and strategic value — access to technology, talent or markets relevant to the parent company. They can bring distribution and credibility but may have strategic agendas founders should understand.
Examples
A bank’s CVC invests in a fintech startup. — A CVC offers a partnership alongside investment.
How it relates to The Startup Foundry
Understanding investor types helps you choose backers wisely — part of becoming investment-ready.