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ACCELERATOR PROGRAM

The Paint the Future Accelerator program is designed to strengthen our collaborative innovation programs by connecting selected startups to AkzoNobels’ global network of people and resources. During a period of up to six months, we work intensively with the startups to validate how we can work together and to develop an investible case that delivers value to all parties.

The Paint the Future Accelerator offers:

  • A tailored program to accelerate collaboration between AkzoNobel and the startup
  • A dedicated AkzoNobel intrapreneur who will lead the collaborative project and provide access to a global network of our experts
  • The opportunity to showcase the results during a Demo Day that will shape the future collaboration

Timeline

Scoping phase
March 25th - April 2022
Getting ready for the Accelerator kick-off
  • Startups selected during the collaboration event will receive a letter of intent
  • We will set a Demo Day goal to showcase the results of the accelerator and outline the resources required
  • Get connected to your experienced intrapreneur and meet the team that will embark on this journey with you
KICK-OFF AND PLENARY PROGRAM
May 2022
Startups begin their program and receive hands-on mentorship from industry experts
  • Together, create a detailed plan on how you’ll deliver the Demo Day goal
  • Strengthen your startup’s foundation by joining workshops and masterclasses
JOINT VALUE CASE DEVELOPMENT
May - October 2022
Work towards the Demo Day goal
  • Identify the needs to accelerate the development of your startups’ offerings
  • Receive tailored support and get access to AkzoNobels’ resources to advance your solution
DEMO DAY
November 2022
Startups take the spotlight to showcase the accelerator results
  • Opportunity to pitch to a broad audience of AkzoNobel stakeholders
  • Decide if and how we can collaborate to bring to market and scale the solution
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WHAT FOUNDERS SAY

Want to know what it is really like to work with us? In this video startup founders share what made the experience so transformative for their companies

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"Paint the Future is AkzoNobel’s unique open innovation platform for accelerating innovation in paints and coatings. A step-change in how we innovate in partnership"

Menno van der Zalm

Innovation Director at AkzoNobel
"We are destined to continue the collaborative journey with the 2019 recipients of the Paint the Future awards, but also with many more. This is our way to drive innovation in paints and coatings beyond expectation, imagination and generations"

Klaas Kruithof

AkzoNobel Chief Technology Officer (CTO)
"We had high hopes when we first launched Paint the Future. I think it’s safe to say it exceeded all our expectations. The quality of the ecosystem is amazing, as is the sheer breadth of expertise"

Thierry Vanlancker

AkzoNobel CEO

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"Creating an environment where solutions can connect is essential to shape a sustainable future. Let’s Paint the Future together and boost collective intelligence"

Camila de Lima Castro

Marketing Excellence Project Manager
"We're looking forward to accelerate innovation in close collaboration at the forefront of new trends, technologies and innovative practices in our industry."

Ruben Brinckmann

Innovation incubator
“It’s exciting to have global ecosystems and networks entirely localised on one platform! We’re looking forward to discussions that will challenge the status quo.”

Mo Chowdhury

Project Leader – Innovation Incubator
"Bringing transformative innovations to market is not easy; through Paint the Future we can leverage all our assets as a strategic partner to deliver successful solutions to our customers and accelerate growth for both startups and AkzoNobel, together"

Sandra Wiegman

Investment Analyst - Incubator