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Why this challenge?

For 10 years, we've connected startups with the world's biggest companies. We've opened doors, created opportunities, and helped thousands of innovators find their next business partner. Now, it's your turn to help us.

As we celebrate VivaTech's 10th anniversary, we're launching a Startup Challenge with a twist: we want to do business with YOU. We're inviting startups to collaborate with us on real challenges across our operations, from logistics to event experiences and attendee engagement. Help us innovate the way we innovate.

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Our Startup Challenge
Leverage VivaTech data to generate strategic insights and optimize commercial performance

Analyze trends and behaviors (visitors, partners, exhibitors)

  • Mapping of emerging technology trends

  • Visitor analysis by category

  • Exhibitor performance analysis

Develop decision-support tools (scoring, market intelligence, strategic recommendations)

  • Lead scoring system

  • Detection of new product opportunities

  • Strategic recommendations for our partners

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Leverage VivaTech data to generate strategic insights and optimize commercial performance

Analyze trends and behaviors (visitors, partners, exhibitors)

  • Mapping of emerging technology trends

  • Visitor analysis by category

  • Exhibitor performance analysis

Develop decision-support tools (scoring, market intelligence, strategic recommendations)

  • Lead scoring system

  • Detection of new product opportunities

  • Strategic recommendations for our partners

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Experience Innovation & Predictive Analytics

Optimization of flows and on-site navigation

  • Heatmaps

  • Attendance prediction models

Predictive tools to improve planning and visitor comfort

  • Smart agenda

  • Satisfaction prediction models

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Selection Criteria
Solution Maturity

Existing operational solution or quickly adaptable, with client references, and concrete demonstrable use cases

Security and Compliance

GDPR, privacy-by-design, data encryption, and access traceability as fundamentals of your approach

Ethics and Responsibility

CSR practices integrated within the company, and ethical approach to the solution (algorithmic transparency, AI bias, data governance)

Technical Feasibility

Is your solution technically viable in the complex environment of a major event? Existing operational solution or quickly adaptable, with client references and concrete demonstrable use cases

Shared Vision

Do you understand our DNA and ambitions? The best collaborations are born from strong cultural, and strategic alignment

B2B Startup Profile

French startups specializing in Data/AI with agility, and innovation capacity

Rewards
  • A Startup Corner at VivaTech 2026

    Benefit from a success story co-marketed with VivaTech and a dedicated startup corner during the 4 days of the 2026 edition to maximize your visibility with the global tech ecosystem.

  • A Co-Built POC

    Work hand-in-hand with our Data/AI teams to develop and deploy your solution in a structured framework.

  • A Rapid Scaling Opportunity

    In case of POC success, possibility of larger-scale deployment and a long-term partnership with VivaTech.

  • A Reference Use Case

    Add VivaTech to your client portfolio and demonstrate the impact of your solution on one of Europe's largest tech events.

Play an active role in our six business sectors

Your solution, product or service demonstrates that you can play an active role in LVMH's ecosystem and deliver on a large scale. Whether it be the creation process, the omnichannel customer journey, or operation and manufacturing, you support the Group's legacy of excellence and innovation in all areas of its 6 business sectors.

  • Fashion & Leather Goods

  • Wines & Spirits

  • Perfumes & Cosmetics

  • Watches & Jewelry

  • Other Activities

  • Selective Retailing

Timeline

09 Days 12 Hours

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  • 26/01/2026

    Applications open

  • 23/03/2026

    Applications close

  • 06/04/2026

    Finalists selected

  • 07/04/2026

    Shortlist and interviews

  • 27/04/2026

    Final Jury

  • 01/07/2026

    Proof of Concept - Post VivaTech

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FAQ

Who can apply?

Can I apply for more than one Startup Challenge/Award?

What is the difference between a Startup Challenge and an Award?

Is applying for an Award or Startup Challenge free?

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