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Impulse Partners accelerates global innovation by connecting startups, corporations, and investors to strategic opportunities within a dynamic international ecosystem.

Driving Global Innovation

Our mission is to uncover new opportunities, develop innovative business models, and launch transformative ventures. We provide strategic innovation advice, foster an entrepreneurial mindset, support intelligent investments, and create spaces dedicated to innovation.

Impulse Partners distinguishes itself through its expansive network, which includes over 3,000 startups, 70+ investment firms, and 150+ industry leaders. This global network is complemented by a strong presence in Europe, forming a robust ecosystem with far-reaching impact.

Being a successful startup in France requires more than just a good idea.

International start-ups have to overcome cultural, regulatory and commercial challenges, and a local partner like Impulse Partners is key to ensuring a successful set-up.

Jeeyoun Ho

Senior Consultant

Two tailored approaches to establish your presence

  1. Short term accompaniement

    Learning Expedition

  2. Long term accompaniement

    B2B meetings

    Global startup programms

Short-Term Innovation Discovery

Impulse Partners’ Discovery Missions is a strategic business development program designed to help companies identify growth opportunities and forge high-value connections.

Over 1 to 3 days, participants engage in roadshows, trade fairs, exhibitions, and industry expeditions, gaining direct access to emerging technologies, disruptive innovations, and key decision-makers. With our extensive global network and strategic partnerships, Discovery Missions enable businesses to fast-track market entry, unlock new revenue streams, and drive innovation-driven growth in competitive industries.

Added value adapted to your needs

Corporates

Our approach empowers corporates to drive innovation and embrace digital transformation, equipping them with the tools to integrate cutting-edge technologies and sustainable practices into their operations. Through Discovery Missions, corporates gain: 

  • Strategic Innovation
  • Partnership Opportunities
  • Technology Adoption
  • Market Insights

Startups

Startups thrive when given the right tools, connections, and exposure to scale effectively. We support startups in transforming their potential into success stories. Through Discovery Missions, startups gain: 

  • Corporate Access
  • Showcase Opportunities
  • Industry Validation
  • Visibility and Growth

Public institutions

Public institutions can gain invaluable insights and forge impactful connections by participating in Discovery Missions. These tailored short-term programs offer an immersive experience, allowing institutions to explore innovative solutions and best practices: 

  • Strengthening Bilateral Cooperation
  • Exploration of Innovative Solutions
  • Global Knowledge

Our approach

Learning expeditions

  • Pitch Your Solutions

Gain visibility and connect with a qualified audience in France. Showcase your international solutions to potential prospects, ensuring they resonate with the needs of the French market.

  • Learning Expedition In France

Promote a curated selection of international companies to decision-makers in the French market. Build meaningful connections and establish your presence in one of Europe’s most dynamic industries.

  • Learning Expedition Abroad

Showcase the strengths of your home industry to European decision-makers. Leverage our network to ensure your offerings reach the right stakeholders in key markets across the region.

Collaboration with tradeshows

We actively collaborate with leading tradeshows to foster meaningful connections across our ecosystem of entrepreneurs, tech firms, venture capitalists, and decision-makers in construction, industry, energy, and infrastructure. These partnerships strengthen our mission to drive innovation and create opportunities for collaboration, growth, and visibility.

Industry tradeshows​
(VivaTech, Batimat, Pollutec, MIPIM…)​

Interested to know more?

Would you like to discuss a short-term international immersion project? Contact us

GLOBAL STARTUP PROGRAMS

Hosting International Delegations

At the core of our global impact is Scaling Mission: International Startup Accelerator, a long-term program that hosts international startups in dedicated coworking spaces. The program offers:

  • Expert Mentorship from seasoned entrepreneurs and industry specialists.
  • Strategic Networking to foster collaborations with global partners.
  • Market Validation via partnerships with established companies.
  • Accelerated Global Growth with tailored support for logistics and operations.

By connecting regional ecosystems and enabling startups to scale globally, Impulse Partners strengthens innovation's economic and societal impact worldwide.

The Impulse Partners’ Scaling Program accelerates startup growth by focusing on key areas of expansion. It empowers startups to scale globally, access new opportunities, and establish a strong presence in competitive markets within a robust global ecosystem:

  • Global Market Preparation: Equips startups with essential skills, mentorship, and pitching practice for international success.
  • Market Access: Facilitates entry into the French market through strategic partnerships and integration into local ecosystems.
  • Networking and Exposure: Connects startups with key stakeholders through high-profile events, trade shows, and investor meetings.
CREDENTIALS

They trust us

ITA

Italian Trade Agency mandated Impulse Partners to deliver the 4-week Global Start Up Program, supporting Italian startups in their international expansion through acceleration abroad to advance startups in smart city sector.

Smart City Association of Korea

Impulse Partners assisted Smart City Association startups navigate the European market, focusing on France, through tailored workshops, mentoring, and business-matching to build strategies, adapt products, and connect with investors and partners.

Ellisdon

Impulse Partners collaborated with EllisDon to launch the EllisDon ConTech Accelerator, supporting startups in construction through tailored programs, market access, and expertise, focusing on innovation in productivity, sustainability, safety, and quality.

TESTIMONIALS

Testimonials from our clients and partners

I want to thank Italian Trade Agency and Impulse Partners for organizing a remarkable program and their invaluable support throughout this journey.

This month in Paris has been a transformative experience, filled with learning, networking, and growth. I leave this program with a wealth of new insights and connections that I’m eager to bring to the next phase of the Relicta journey.

Andrea FarinaCTO of Relicta

Thanks to Impulse Partners for the Global Startup Program nomination

in particular, my sincere thanks to the Impulse team for their time and commitment in expanding my contacts and potential partnerships in France.

Alfonso CoppolaCEO of Rithema

« I have to be really grateful with ITA - Paris Office and their team, and also Impulse Partners...

...to have opened me, and my partners too, most of them from little cities far away from lights, a main road for a French, European and more international development, that was the real goal of this wonderful program, the second for my company.”

Ivano AloisiCEO of E-MOD