Ep 175: Justin Tiew-Corporate Venture vs Standalone Startup

Episode 175: Justin Tiew – Corporate Venture vs Standalone Startup: Learnings for Each Other

In this thought-provoking episode of Leadership Conversations: The Untold Secrets of the C-Suite by Nick Jonsson, we welcome Justin Tiew, General Manager of Beam Mobility Malaysia, to discuss the fascinating intersection between corporate ventures and standalone startups — and what each can learn from the other.

Justin draws from his deep experience in business growth and innovation to compare the two ecosystems. He explains how corporate ventures benefit from structured frameworks, funding, and brand trust but often struggle with agility and risk-taking. On the other hand, standalone startups thrive on creativity, speed, and disruptive thinking, yet face challenges around scalability, governance, and resource constraints.

Throughout the episode, Justin shares real-world examples of how lessons from startups can reinvigorate corporate innovation, and how corporations can help startups build long-term sustainability. He emphasizes the importance of cross-learning, where each side borrows best practices from the other — from adopting lean startup methodologies to developing scalable processes that maintain efficiency as the business grows.

Nick and Justin also explore the role of leadership in navigating this duality. They discuss how leaders can foster entrepreneurial cultures within large organizations and guide startups to adopt discipline and strategic clarity without losing their creative edge.

This episode is packed with valuable takeaways for business leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs seeking to stay relevant in an ever-evolving business landscape.

Contact Justin Tiew to collaborate with him:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jtiew/

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