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Interested in learning how a global corporation evaluates emerging technologies?
Yazaki Innovations conducts ongoing technology scouting to identify emerging solutions aligned with its innovation priorities and future business needs. Through these office hours, startups will have an opportunity to introduce their technology, discuss commercialization efforts, receive feedback, and explore potential areas of strategic alignment.
Current areas of interest include:
- Humanoid robotics for industrial applications
- Manufacturing automation and robotics
- Wireless power transfer
- AI-enabled workflow automation
- Wire harness technologies
- Electronics and related technologies
Who Should Apply?
Startups developing technologies related to advanced manufacturing, robotics, industrial automation, AI, electronics, electrification, wireless power, mobility, or related sectors.
About the Host
Josh Lipan
Program Manager, Strategic Partnerships Group
Yazaki Innovations
Josh supports technology scouting and strategic partnership activities at Yazaki Innovations, evaluating emerging technologies and engaging with startups aligned with Yazaki's innovation priorities and business objectives.
Please note that participation does not imply a pilot opportunity, partnership, investment, or commercial engagement.
Complete the interest form to express interest in participating.
Meeting slots are limited. Participants selected for an in-person meeting will be assigned a 30-minute time slot between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM CT and will be asked to provide a pitch deck in advance of the discussion.
These conversations are intended to support technology discovery, feedback, and exploration of potential future opportunities.
Venue
Conference Room 215
Location
mHUB, West Fulton Street, Chicago, IL, USA Get Directions
Date and Time
07/28/26 @ 10:00 AM
07/28/26 @ 10:00 AM
Tags
Curriculum, Growth, Product Feasibility
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