Jeff Taylor
Senior Global Commercial Partnerships
TechCrunch
About Me
Jeff Taylor is a senior business development leader with 13 years at TechCrunch, where he builds growth programs that connect startups with investors, partners, and customers. He specializes in translating complex innovation into clear, actionable strategies, with experience spanning AI, robotics, chip manufacturing, and enterprise tech. Jeff has led campaigns for global companies like Google and AWS, while advising early-stage founders on pitch refinement, product-market fit, and fundraising strategy. He also designs and runs startup competitions, investor matchmaking sessions, and innovation showcases. As a judge, he brings a clear view of commercial potential, team strength, and strategic relevance—bridging founder vision with investor expectations.
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Final of the VivaTech Innovation of the Year - Crowning the Best in Innovation
The VivaTech Innovation of the Year is here to celebrate and spotlight trailblazing startups that are reshaping the future. This prestigious award is open to all exhibiting startups at VivaTech 2025 and recognizes one startup that has demonstrated exceptional creativity, technological ingenuity, and the potential to transform its industry. The 2025 finalists of the VivaTech Innovation of the Year are : - BeyondMath - Chipiron - Enerdrape - Hua Tec International - Lumisync