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Corporates are increasingly recognising the unique value of external innovation and agile solutions that start-ups can offer. Governments around the world are launching new initiatives to revitalise the economy. Corporates, SMEs and Startups are encouraged to work even more closely to co-create new business models.
The disruption of COVID-19 has an accelerating effect on the wave of digital transformation sweeping the world. Corporates are recognising the unique value of external innovation and agile solutions that start-ups can offer.
Hear from Chris Hsiang, CEO of Panorama Growth, as she draws on case studies from Silicon Valley and Southeast Asia to illustrate the legal concerns both corporates and startups can observe when entering a partnership. Corporate innovation teams looking at opportunities in Southeast Asia would be interested to hear from Daiki Kumamoto, Fund Manager of Real Tech Holdings, a global fund focusing on deep tech startups in SEA. Sang Shin, Director Innovations of Temasek will share on developing trends and opportunities in the sustainability space.
The highly-charged interactive panel discussion and Live Q&A webinar will give the audiences to field any burning questions.
Join us on 21st October, 2020 at 1pm to get a head start on what you need to know is brewing for successful new corporate-startup chemistry in the winning formula for partnership negotiations and deal closures!
Dr Kelvin Tan (PhD) | Co-founder
Eyemail Technology Inc
Kelvin Tan is a leader in corporate innovation initiatives and has collaborated with companies such as Bayer, Loreal, SIA, Tencent, Microsoft and Danone. He is identified with key initiatives which blend technologies with the needs of innovation communities like Innovfest Unbound conference with IMDA, Smart Nation and Digital Government Office, and Modern Aging Spore with Access Health International. Well-acquainted with the innovations ecosystem both in Singapore and abroad, Kelvin is a co-founder of Eyemail Technology Inc, Advisor of Japan East JR (One&Co) and Ageing Asia. Kelvin also holds a PhD in Gerontology from The University of Hong Kong. Additionally, he serves as both Senior Lecturer at the Singapore University of Social Sciences (SUSS) as well as Mentor for the SUSS Venture Builder, an immersive training programme to help graduates launch new ventures successfully.
Chris Hsiang | CEO
Panorama Growth
Chris (Christina) Hsiang is a Silicon Valley corporate attorney turned corporate growth advisor and cross-border partnership builder. Leveraging her legal expertise in technology investment and experience working with corporate and venture capital investors in Silicon Valley and Asia, Chris founded Panorama Growth. Panorama Growth is an innovation agency that helps corporate and governmental organizations innovate for growth and adapt in a dynamic market landscape through executive training programs and bespoke projects. Chris is a Juris Doctor from the University of Washington School of Law, and holds a B.A. in Economics and a B.A. in Russian from Georgetown University.
Daiki Kumamoto | Real Tech Holdings
Growth Manager
Daiki Kumamoto is the youngest capitalist of the deep-tech startup ecosystem in Japanand is the growth manager of Real Tech Fund*. He specializes in supporting startups, especially those offer solutions to care / welfare, and is also the head of global strategy. Prior to joining Real Tech, Daiki was the president of the largest NPO in Japan that commits to supporting young entrepreneurs globally. He graduated from Keio SFC University with a Bachelor in Management.
*Real Tech Holdings Co., Ltd. (Real Tech Fund) is a joint venture between euglena Co., Ltd. and Leave a Nest Co., Ltd.To date, Real Tech Fund has invested in 43 technology startups in Japan, and has supported more than 100 alliances with large and small companies. “Real Tech” is a research-and-development-type innovative technology that contributes to solving the problems of humanity.
Sang Shin | Temasek
Director, Digital Innovation
Prior to joining Temasek in, Sang Shin co-founded Been, Inc. in 2013, developing the world’s first mobile app that enabled users to monetise and take control of their personal data and privacy, blocking personal data collection and advertising from all mobile websites and mobile apps on iPhones. Thereafter, he moved from Silicon Valley to Singapore in 2016, to help develop the startup ecosystem in Southeast Asia. Sang Shin brings along with him his experience as an entrepreneur in The Valley, as well as his knowledge in hedge fund management from McKinsey and Bridgewater Associates.
About One&Co
One&Co is a co-working space located in the CBD area of Tanjong Pagar. A Platform for Innovative Businesses, we believe in building an inclusive community to foster connection and collaboration. Whether you’re a startup, freelancer, or an established enterprise, we offer flexible workspace solutions to meet your business needs and workstyles. Established by East Japan Railway Company (JR EAST), One&Co aims to be an innovative hub connecting the business ecosystems of Japan, Singapore and Southeast Asia.
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