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In this episode, Bhragan Paramanantham, Clifton Harness, and Alice Leung dive into the growing trend of construction companies launching corporate venture capital (CVC) arms, like Turner Ventures, to invest in AEC startups. They explore the strategic value—and potential pitfalls—of these investments from both the startup founder and investor perspectives

Should construction companies invest in startups—or stick to their core business?
What’s the real value of corporate venture capital for founders?
When is the right time for startups to partner with strategic investors?
Can long-term thinking bridge the gap between startups and legacy firms?

Clifton shares hard-won lessons from TestFit’s journey, including how a corporate investor impacted their roadmap. Plus: Why some CVC partnerships are "dead on arrival," and how to avoid them.

A must-listen for founders weighing strategic investment, corporates building innovation arms, and anyone curious about the future of AEC tech.

Formwork Labs is powered by Brick & Mortar Ventures and BuiltWorlds. Please reach out to Alice Leung or Jack Forde if you have any questions about the program or if you are interested in getting involved. The Startup Scaffold podcast is hosted by Alice Leung and Bhragan Paramanantham.