Co-pace

Co-pace emerged in 2017 as Continental's strategic initiative to systematically engage with global startup ecosystems. Distinguished by their unique methodology, they have built an impressive track record of entrepreneurial collaboration over their first five years of operation. Their portfolio includes meaningful relationships with more than 200 entrepreneurs and thought leaders worldwide, resulting in over 20 productive partnerships that deliver mutual benefits for both Continental and their startup collaborators. This corporate venture arm recognizes the profound technological and market transformations reshaping their industries and positions strategic partnerships as essential components for navigating this rapidly evolving landscape.

At the core of co-pace's philosophy is the belief that strategic partnerships between established corporations and innovative startups create exceptional value. They function as catalysts for future product development through collaborative roadmap execution, fostering innovation both within Continental's organization and through external collaborations. This dual approach enables them to develop renewed, reinvented, and transformative solutions that address emerging market needs. Their partnership model transcends traditional corporate venture capital by emphasizing joint development and strategic alignment rather than purely financial investments.

Co-pace maintains a truly global presence with operations spanning from Tel Aviv to Singapore and Berlin to Silicon Valley, allowing them to tap into diverse innovation hubs. Their extensive network encompasses startup founders, serial entrepreneurs, venture capitalists, technology strategists, and innovation specialists across multiple sectors. This international ecosystem provides co-pace with valuable cross-industry insights, fresh perspectives, and access to emerging technologies that they systematically connect to Continental's strategic priorities, business challenges, and commercial interests. By maintaining this outward-looking approach, they enhance their internal focus and capabilities.

What truly distinguishes co-pace is their ability to function as a strategic connector between Continental's established resources and the agility of startups. They excel at anticipating future product concepts and collaboratively creating new market opportunities alongside thought leaders in mobility, transportation, and related fields. Their self-described "superpower" lies in catalyzing relationships that enable Continental and startups to co-create solutions that would be unattainable for either party working independently. This collaborative innovation model has positioned co-pace as a significant player in the corporate venture landscape, particularly within the automotive and mobility technology sectors.