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Materials and Hard TechCM ADVISORYYour Partner for GrowthHard tech growth advisoryTurning Hard Tech Ambition Into Growth in ChinaCM Advisory helps hard tech companies and corporate innovation teams navigate China, activate strategic opportunities and build the local relationships required for sustainable growth.Find Your Path Speak With Our TeamBuilt around your prioritiesChoose Your PathDifferent ambitions require different support. Select your organisation type to see the capabilities designed for you.8,000+startups mapped across the global hard tech and innovation ecosystemExplore servicesFor Multinational CompaniesDiscover, connect and innovate in China.Explore servicesFor VC-Backed Startups & Growth CompaniesValidate, enter and grow in China.Select the pathway that best describes your organisation to see how we can help.CM AdvisoryLocal Expertise. International Perspective.We combine strategic analysis, market intelligence and a trusted local network to help companies move from opportunity identification to practical execution.Selected experienceClients We Have Worked WithL’ORÉALPARISL’ORÉALPARISOur Shanghai spaceA Place to Meet, Build and ConnectOur flexible riverside space hosts meetings, innovation workshops, founder sessions and events for up to 100 people—giving international teams a practical base in Shanghai.Events & workshops · Up to 100 peopleMeetings, project teams & temporary workspaceWhy CM AdvisoryThe Perspective, Access and Infrastructure to Move Faster01We Know Startups & MNCsDecades of experience bridging startup innovation with the priorities, processes and scale of multinational companies.02We Know China & the WestA bicultural team that translates expectations, decision-making and business realities across markets.03Shanghai Innovation SpaceAn inspiring, flexible venue for meetings, workshops and events for up to 100 people.048,000+ Startup DatabaseProprietary intelligence on frontier startups, emerging technologies and MNC innovation activity.05Investor & Corporate NetworkTrusted relationships with investors, corporate venture teams, strategic partners and industry leaders.A disciplined processOur Approach01UnderstandWe begin by understanding your objectives, challenges and strategic priorities.02AssessWe evaluate the market, competitive environment and available commercial opportunities.03ConnectWe identify and engage the most relevant suppliers, investors and technology providers.04ExecuteWe support implementation, negotiations and long-term commercial development.Cross-sector perspectiveSector Expertise01Advanced Materials02Industrial Technology03Energy Transition04Medical Devices05Manufacturing06RoboticsPerspectivesLatest InsightsInnovation · 26 May 2026How to Collaborate Efficiently with Large EnterprisesHenkel’s Xiwen Qing shares three practical strategies for startup founders navigating the complexity of multinational collaboration.Read insight Leadership · 16 June 2026From Technology to Business: Charles Vaillant on Strategic Return and Real ExecutionMANN+HUMMEL CTO and CDO Charles Vaillant explains why corporate innovation requires committed budgets, accountable execution and evidence—not presentations alone.Read insight Leadership · 14 April 2026Build the Deepest Partnerships, Expand the Widest MarketsEconic Technologies CEO Keith Wiggins reflects on commercialising industrial technology, building trust and expanding through committed partnerships.Read insight View All Insights Begin a conversationReady to Explore Your Growth Opportunities in China?Speak with our team about your strategic priorities, market-entry plans or growth objectives.Speak With Our Team View Upcoming Webinars