This week, Benjamin Debusschère joins the show. Benjamin supports emerging technologies by driving initiatives such as the Startup Booster competition and the JEC Innovation Awards. These programs provide visibility, networking, and business opportunities for entrepreneurs and companies willing to transform the composites landscape.
With 2027 marking the Startup Booster program’s 10th anniversary, our conversation looks at its evolution, the challenges facing emerging companies, and the role industry partnerships play in bringing new technologies to market.
We’ll discuss what makes a startup stand out, how the program helps founders connect with potential customers and investors, and the opportunities emerging across materials, manufacturing, digital tools, and recycling. We also look ahead to the anniversary and what JEC and its partners envision for the program’s next chapter. The entry deadline is October 19th.
Learn more at https://www.jec-world.events/program/startup-booster.
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