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Ben Costantini

Joined Aug 2026
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202 articles
From Niantic to LVMH: Mathieu de Fayet on innovation, AI, and building the future
January 21, 2025·Startups

From Niantic to LVMH: Mathieu de Fayet on innovation, AI, and building the future

Speaking with us for the Selected podcast during Web Summit 2024, LVMH’s Mathieu de Fayet shared insights on his journey.

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The future of snacking: How Mondelēz is driving innovation with SnackFutures Ventures
January 14, 2025·Startups

The future of snacking: How Mondelēz is driving innovation with SnackFutures Ventures

Richie Gray, Vice President and Global Head of SnackFutures Ventures at Mondelēz International, shared insights on driving innovation in snacking.

2 min read
Driving Food Sustainability: insights from Sodexo’s Alexandre Leboeuf
December 30, 2024·Startups

Driving Food Sustainability: insights from Sodexo’s Alexandre Leboeuf

In this podcast episode, Alexandre Leboeuf, VP of Open Innovation and Partnerships at Sodexo, shares insights into how Sodexo is driving sustainability, fostering innovation,…

2 min read
Building a sustainable future of food with Beatriz Jacoste from KM ZERO
December 17, 2024·Startups

Building a sustainable future of food with Beatriz Jacoste from KM ZERO

Beatriz Jacoste, director of KM ZERO Food Innovation Hub, a Valencia-based organization, is on a mission to transform the way we think about food.…

2 min read
Alternative Proteins: Innovations and Challenges
December 3, 2024·Startups

Alternative Proteins: Innovations and Challenges

In this episode, Sirli Rosenvald shares her insights into the evolving field of alternative proteins, highlighting innovations in mycoproteins, challenges in scaling production, and…

2 min read
Unlocking the Power of Neuroscience in Food
November 26, 2024·Startups

Unlocking the Power of Neuroscience in Food

How Tradition Shapes Our Taste Preferences One of the central ideas Mario shared was how deeply tradition and memory shape our taste preferences. “Even…

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Top 5 Insights from Claire Houry on Successful Tech Investment Strategies
November 19, 2024·Startups

Top 5 Insights from Claire Houry on Successful Tech Investment Strategies

In this episode, Claire Houry discusses venture capital strategies and investment trends in European B2B tech, covering her approach to building sustainable growth and…

3 min read
Scaling Success: Tim Schumacher’s Insights on SaaS Growth and Climate Ventures
November 12, 2024·Startups

Scaling Success: Tim Schumacher’s Insights on SaaS Growth and Climate Ventures

By focusing on founder-market fit, SaaS growth, climate investments, ESG principles, and supporting indie makers, Tim Schumacher demonstrates a balanced approach to business that…

3 min read
Unlocking Climate Tech Success: Top Tips from Impact Investor Linn-Cecilie Linnemann
November 4, 2024·Startups

Unlocking Climate Tech Success: Top Tips from Impact Investor Linn-Cecilie Linnemann

In this episode, Linn-Cecilie’s journey and insights on impact investing in climate tech showcase the unique role venture capital can play in driving real…

4 min read
Inside Norway’s Startup Boom: Insights from Skyfall Ventures at Oslo Innovation Week
October 29, 2024·Startups

Inside Norway’s Startup Boom: Insights from Skyfall Ventures at Oslo Innovation Week

In this episode, Cecilie Skjong from Skyfall Ventures explores the Norwegian startup ecosystem, sharing her insights on early-stage investments, team dynamics, and the growing…

3 min read
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