AkzoNobel Launches Second Global Startup Challenge
AMSTERDAM — AkzoNobel announced that the second global startup challenge of Paint the Future will launch May 18. Led by AkzoNobel and powered by thousands of connections around the world, Paint the Future contributes to a global collaborative innovation ecosystem. Participating startups can look forward to accelerating their innovations by leveraging AkzoNobel’s expertise, knowledge, resources and connections. For some participating startups, the program will help open doors with new partnership opportunities and investments.
“Our new company strategy is all about building on our strong foundation and pioneering ways to grow and innovate,” said AkzoNobel CEO, Thierry Vanlancker. “That’s why it’s the perfect time for round two of our global startup challenge. We’re excited to see what potential collaborations the startups have in store for us that will help us bring surfaces to life for our customers.”