E632 | EUCVC Summit 2025: Charlie Hayward, Global Corporate Venturing: The Data Behind the $100B CVC Wave

Summary

The EUVC podcast roundup highlights four recent episodes that dissect current trends in European venture capital, from the $100 billion corporate‑venture‑capital surge and data‑driven deal sourcing (Charlie Hayward) to the rise of structured secondaries as a liquidity tool (Kristaps Ronis), the rapid growth of Turkey’s mobile‑gaming sector (Alper Oner & Enis Hulli), and the importance of founder coaching and purpose‑driven leadership (Seb Agertoft & Mike Reiner). Across the conversations, recurring themes include the need for robust metrics like DPI, the strategic use of continuation vehicles, aligning corporate and startup interests, and the human element behind successful investing. The host’s approach blends detailed episode timestamps with practical takeaways for investors, founders, and emerging managers, offering actionable advice and recommended reading for each niche.