Touchstone Innovations Overview
Touchstone Innovations, formerly known as Imperial Innovations Group, focuses on creating, building, and investing in pioneering technology companies and licensing opportunities developed from outstanding scientific research within the 'Golden Triangle'—the geographical region encompassing London, Cambridge, and Oxford. The firm supports scientists and entrepreneurs in commercializing their ideas through protecting and licensing intellectual property, leading the formation of new companies, recruiting high-caliber management teams, and providing investment while encouraging co-investment. In October 2017, Touchstone Innovations was acquired by IP Group plc.
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Touchstone Innovations
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Stages
Seed, Series A
First ticket size
£500,000 - £20,000,000
How to approach funds like Touchstone Innovations
When engaging Touchstone Innovations, founders should highlight the scientific rigor and commercial potential of their technology, especially if it originates from leading UK research institutions. Demonstrate a clear path to IP protection and scalability, and be prepared to discuss how your team bridges deep technical expertise with entrepreneurial execution. Emphasize your ability to attract top-tier co-investors and management talent, as Touchstone values collaborative, well-supported ventures with strong academic roots.
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