Innobound is a private open innovation agency founded in 2021 and based in Valencia, Spain, dedicated to supporting entrepreneurs and SMEs in developing ecological and socially responsible initiatives. The agency focuses on accelerating the green transition across Europe by addressing challenges outlined in the European Green Deal. Innobound’s B2B model centers on providing innovation consultancy, valorization, project management, and discovery services. It specializes in scouting, validating, and curating cutting-edge innovations in greentech, cleantech, agrotech, and climatech. The company designs and manages open innovation programs such as accelerators, matchmaking events, and tech transfer programs to connect startups with corporations, investors, and public institutions. Revenue is generated through these bespoke programs, consultancy services, and facilitating access to funding. A key offering is the ‘Rural ClimAccelerator,’ a program in partnership with EIT Climate-KIC designed to scale high-potential climate-tech ventures for investment and piloting. Operating within a global network of startups, research organizations, universities, and public and private entities, Innobound works to facilitate, actualize, and fund innovative solutions. It organizes matchmaking events like demo days and research-to-market forums to connect solutions with real-world challenges. The firm also has a SaaS platform in development, «CEO’s journey,» designed to guide founders through their entrepreneurial path by mapping ecosystem stakeholders and providing tailored guidance on fundraising, idea validation, and mentorship. Keywords: open innovation agency, green transition, greentech, cleantech, agrotech, climatech, innovation consultancy, project management, European Green Deal, climate acceleration, startup scouting, technology valorization, matchmaking, impact ecosystem, sustainability, Rural ClimAccelerator, EIT Climate-KIC, social innovation, environmental challenges, sustainable solutions
