How to Foster Startup and Corporate Collaborations

Mar 8, 2025

10:00am – 11:00am CT

Disney has always embraced new technology to drive innovation and enable world-class storytelling. And since 2014, Disney’s Accelerator program has closely collaborated with startups from around the world to shape and inspire the future of the media and tech landscape. From developing new immersive technologies and creating best-selling products to experimenting on the ground floor of the latest technologies, the symbiotic and invigorating relationship between corporations and startups can fuel incredible innovation for generations to come.

In this panel, hear real stories from Disney and several of its startups, get inside tips for landing meaningful collaborations and avoiding common pitfalls and find out when is best for a startup to partner with a big company

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Bonnie Rosen

The Walt Disney Company

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About
Format: Panel
Type: Session
Track: Startups
Level: Intermediate