A new model of entrepreneurship to meet major urban challenges
After its first year of existence that saw the launch of 6 start-ups [see infographic below], the Urban Odyssey team is now looking to select co-founders for its upcoming urban projects.
Transition towards a low-carbon economy, preservation of biodiversity, new expectations in terms of quality of life in cities and at home… The health crisis has made these issues even more important. As it combines the agility of a start-up and the firepower of a big firm, Urban Odyssey is an ideal environment to co-create new businesses and implement innovative solutions.
“The current crisis has offered us an opportunity to reflect even more on the city of tomorrow and rethink the way we live and work, declared Olivier Wigniolle, CEO of Icade. These challenges—which are also opportunities to be seized—lie at the heart of Icade’s Purpose. Thanks to Urban Odyssey, we have enabled internal and external entrepreneurs to deliver projects that meet these expectations. The second edition of Urban Odyssey will attract new talent in which we will place our trust. We will continue to invest together with them to create new businesses.”
Olivier Wigniolle Former Chief Executive Officer (2015-2023)
Joining Urban Odyssey, a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs
Entrepreneurs who are selected to join Urban Odyssey will benefit from:
- Funding: Urban Odyssey co-invests in studio-born start-ups.
- Immediate business opportunities: working with Urban Odyssey means having unique access to Icade’s properties, development projects, customers and users.
- A dedicated team of talented people: entrepreneurs, developers, designers, business developers and real estate professionals, deeply interested in the challenges facing the cities of tomorrow and committed to the success of the projects.
- The expertise of the HEC Incubator: it is also located at Station F where Urban Odyssey’s projects will be incubated.
Entrepreneurs, become part of Urban Odyssey!
Whether you’re an experienced entrepreneur or a young graduate, whether you have a project or not, as long as you have innovative ideas and an entrepreneurial spirit do not hesitate to contact the Urban Odyssey team!
Are you passionate about the transition to a low-carbon, resource-efficient real estate sector, the preservation of biodiversity, quality of life in cities and new urban lifestyles? Apply now!
To apply please contact us at: startupstudio@icade.fr
The Urban Odyssey team will be interviewing entrepreneurs until July 1, 2020. The focus this summer will be on consolidating projects and coaching.
Selection of the first wave of projects to be incubated: early September 2020. The projects selected will be moved into Urban Odyssey in early October 2020.
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