Startup Cooperation & Scouting Masterclass

Ambivation’s one-day masterclass gives innovation managers and startup scouts a practical deep dive into startup sourcing, evaluation, and cooperation models. Based on years of experience and powered by peer learning, this format is built to help you reflect, improve, and connect.

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How the masterclass accelerates learning & impact

Practical tools

Explore databases, software tools, templates, real cases, and proven formats you can use right away.

Peer learning

Share, compare, and challenge your approach in a curated expert group. Discuss current questions with Ambivation and your peers.

Stronger network

Connect with fellow scouts and innovation leads - during sessions, lunch and dinner.

Masterclass that delivers value

This isn’t a lecture. It’s a hands-on learning experience for professionals who want to lern fast.

Expert-led content

Learn directly from startup collaboration & scouting practitioners with years of hands-on experience.

Real reflection

Map, challenge, and improve your own open innovation and scouting setup with guidance and feedback.

How the masterclass works

Learn the landscape

We cover the fundamentals: cooperation formats, startup evaluation, and sourcing strategies.

Go practical

Dive into databases, case studies, and group work on real scenarios.

Connect & reflect

Wrap up with insights, peer exchange, and a shared dinner to strengthen relationships.

Upgrade your skills and network

Join a learning format that combines expert input on open innovation & scouting with peer reflection and a network to partner with in the future.

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How to improve your open innovation & scouting setup in a single day

You’ll leave this masterclass with new tools, stronger methods, and meaningful connections.

  • Clarity
    Understand what works – and what doesn’t – in startup collaboration and scouting.

  • Confidence
    Learn frameworks you can apply the next day, not just store in notes.

  • Connection
    Gain valuable perspectives from peers and experts across industries.

Choose Your Masterclass Option

One participant

One-day face-to-face event in Berlin

695

  • Learn from Ambivation
  • Learn with peers
  • Q&A together
  • Network with innovation managers
  • Enjoy lunch & dinner
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Two participants

One-day face-to-face event in Berlin

1.190

  • Learn from Ambivation
  • Learn with peers
  • Q&A together
  • Network with innovation managers
  • Enjoy lunch & dinner
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Custom masterclass

Tailored for you.

tbd

  • Learn from Ambivation
  • Learn with peers
  • Q&A together
  • Network with innovation managers
  • Tailored to your needs, audience and location
  • Co-branded / whitelabeled
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Price included VAT. NGOs or similar organizations with a limited budget can receive a discount. Please contact us for this.

Satisfied Customers

Dominik Welslau
Ventur Clienting, Oetker Digital GmbH

“The Startup Scouting Masterclass provided practical insights that helped me refine our scouting approach at Oetker Digital. Learning from other startup scouts and discussing tools and databases were particularly valuable, allowing me to benchmark and enhance our own setup. Understanding different approaches to internal, external, and hybrid scouting setups created a new perspective for us. The focus on peer learning and real-world applications made the experience both useful and engaging. I recommend it to anyone looking to improve their startup scouting process.”

Adina Lakkala
Startup Scouting, SynerLeap powered by ABB

“I had the opportunity to participate in an insightful scouting Masterclass that provided a comprehensive overview of startup cooperation, stakeholder management, and innovation ecosystems. The Masterclass offered valuable practical insights into startup scouting challenges, effective evaluation methods, and the role of databases and AI in the scouting process. Overall, it was an enriching experience that enhanced my understanding of best practices and strategies for successful collaboration.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Can you share an agenda of the startup cooperation & scouting masterclass?

Please find the agenda of the startup cooperation & scouting masterclass here. If you have further questions please contact us.

Does the Masterclass also take place at locations other than Berlin?

The masterclass usually takes place in Berlin. However, the masterclass can also be held at other locations on request. For a customized format, please contact us.

Is registration for the Masterclass binding?

Yes, after Ambivation has confirmed your registration in writing, your participation is binding and the participation fee is due. If you are unable toattend due to for example illness, we will offer you the opportunity to attend the next possible masterclass. In special circumstances, please contact us.

Will I receive a confirmation of registration?

Yes, after we have received your registration request, we will contact you and send you further information and confirm your registration for the masterclass. If the places are already fully booked, we will put you on the waiting list.

Are there discounts for certain organisations or individuals?

Yes, we offer a discount for NGOs and similar organizations. Please contact us.

Who is the target group of the Masterclass?

The masterclass is aimed in particular at participants who already have previous experience in startup cooperation and startup scouting. In the focus are innovation managers, startup scouts, venture clienting managers and open innovation managers.