Hokkaido Innovation Week’s Post

"We've been just overwhelmed and blown away by how intentional the Japanese government is about nurturing the startup ecosystem." Our partnership with JETRO - Collaborate & Invest Japan has given us a unique perspective into the strengths of the Japanese market, especially in deep tech. At the same time, we have been able to provide a number of Japanese startups with an entry point into the US. International partnerships like these are critical to our goal of finding the best startups in the world." Watch our Executive Director, Caroline Winnett, share more on the benefits of investing in Japan. https://lnkd.in/d794-MVP #internationalbusiness #startups Sibyl Chen, George Panagiotakopoulos, Taylor Marcus, Jun Jiang, Chon Tang, Brian Bordley, Kohei Okui, Yotetsu Hayashi, Kayoko Sawada, Sawako Ito, Ken Yoshida, Will F. Ferguson, Shiori Takeda, Harumi Hatazaki, Chikako Kondo

Global Investors Bullish on Japan's Startup Potential - Part 2 Continuing the perspectives from overseas experts on Japan's flourishing startup ecosystem 👀 : Magnus Grimeland (Antler, Founder & CEO): "Japan has all the key resources and the talent to build a world-class startup ecosystem." With the right utilization, the sky's the limit! https://lnkd.in/gTTwFFD5 Murat Aktihanoglu (Remarkable Ventures, Managing Partner): "Japan has the talent and capability to be a global leader in climate tech startups." The deep tech prowess can drive green innovation. https://lnkd.in/gtn-FYRq Caroline Winnett (Berkeley SkyDeck, Executive Director): "Japan's startup ecosystem is vibrant and diverse, with strengths in deep tech." An accelerator chief's glowing review. https://lnkd.in/gsCBFsBK From founders of pioneering accelerators to VC partners, global investors are lauding Japan's startup potential across frontier tech areas. With an enriching ecosystem, it's an opportune time to engage! #JapanStartups #VentureCapital #DeepTech #ClimateTech #InnovationEcosystem

✨Shining the spotlight on the Land of Smiles – Thailand! 🇹🇭 In recent years, Thailand has emerged as a dynamic player in Southeast Asia’s burgeoning startup ecosystem. With its vibrant culture, strategic location, and a growing pool of talent, Thailand offers a fertile ground for innovation and #entrepreneurship. Thailand’s resilient economy and political stability provide a conducive environment for #startups to thrive, and the influx of venture capital (#VC) and angel #investors injecting capital into the startup ecosystem further helps startups to scale and expand rapidly.   👉 Here are 5 more good reasons why you should look into expanding your business to Thailand.   💡 Interested to learn more about doing business in Thailand and #SoutheastAsia? There are a lot more reasons why Thailand remains the top destination for businesses to expand into. But for startups, we know it’s not always all smiles when venturing into a new market. Challenges still abound. 🚀 Learn from our expert #mentors, who have been there and done that, and connect with our vast network of partners and investors through the Southeast Asia Market Discovery program: https://2ly.link/1vwdW  

I attended the Thai-Czech Startup Forum in Bangkok to celebrate 50 years of Diplomatic Relations. Insights on Czech Startups included a Euro €456 VC capital fundraiser, 4 unicorns, 98 startups raising VC, 9 exits, €960K median pre-seed investment in 2023, and an average Czech founder age of 37. For Tech startups in Thailand, key takeaways were: capital is becoming pricier, Thai innovation is advancing, Deep-Tech investment is appealing, and Food/Health/Bio sectors are strengths. Additionally, University holding is a new tool, and life-changing solutions are worth exploring. Exciting developments in the startup ecosystem! #ThaiCzechStartup #TechInnovation #StartupInsights

In the interest of spurring the Philippines' global startup ecosystem, the National Development Company’s General Manager, Anton Mauricio, discussed the upcoming launch of the first Philippine Innovation Hub with H.E. Constance See, the Ambassador of Singapore to the Philippines. As the fund manager of the country’s Startup Venture Fund (SVF), NDC aims to support Philippine startups by using overseas ecosystems as platforms to scale globally through expanded consumer markets. This can be done by networking with international investors, partners, and other startups, and getting assistance in setting up overseas offices and potential subsidized acceleration. This initiative will encourage local innovative startup growth that will positively impact the Philippine economy. The launch of the first Philippine Innovation Hub in Singapore is scheduled within the first half of 2024. #NationalDevelopmentCompanyPH #NDCatBagongPilipinas #Singapore #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #Economy Pictured below from left to right: Szarina Ostrea, NDC Executive Assistant; Anton Mauricio, NDC General Manager; H.E. Constance See, Ambassador of Singapore to the Philippines; and Jerahmeel Chen, NDC Chief Innovation Officer.

Unlock new global opportunities at “2024 A-STREAM in Thailand”, an exclusive Business Matching that connects trailblazing entrepreneurs from South Korea and Thailand, fostering business growth across Southeast Asia. This event is your gateway to over 20 cutting-edge South Korean startups, including Seider Corporation Inc., NODETALKS CORP, and Staybility. You’ll also have the chance to meet venture capital investors, government leaders, and private-sector innovators, all eager to forge international partnerships. Take advantage of this rare opportunity to propel your business to the next level on the global stage. Discover potential partners by exploring their profiles: https://bit.ly/3C38qlL 📅 Date: November 7, 2024 📍 Venue: True Digital Park West Hall 1-2 (BTS Punnawithi, Exit 6) ⏰ Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Registration starts at 12:00 PM) Register for Business Matching: https://bit.ly/3Yg8Rk7 For more information: 📧 Email: contact@techsauce.co 📞 Phone: +66 2 001 5375 (Techsauce) 📱 Mobile: +66 6 4658 9500 (Techsauce) Be a part of the future of entrepreneurship and innovation. #Startup #Ecosystem #YNArcher #YNArcherThailand #AStream2024 #GlobalOpportunities #TechStartups #VentureCapital #Leadership #ScaleUp

Back to Tokyo 🛩 and I had a chance to visit Tokyo Venture Capital Hub at Azabudai Hills for the first time and gained valuable insights into the startup ecosystem in japan. They said that this hub was designed to hold 70 VC and CVC companies, which is playing a significant role in expanding Japan's startup ecosystem, with the prime minister aiming to reach 10 trillion yen in startup investments by 2025. This new facility aspires to become Japan's equivalent of Silicon Valley’s 'Sand Hill Road,' 🏁 where major venture capital firms like Andreessen Horowitz and Sequoia Capital are located. So it also provides global investors with access to the japanese market, highlighting the importance of international cooperation in creating competitive startups. I believe that this brand new facility is set to become the driver for the startup ecosystem and would like to think about how Newell Road could contribute with this momentum. #NewellRoadJapan #marketintelligence #marketresearch #MandA #Entreprenurship

Global Investors Bullish on Japan's Startup Potential -Part 1 What do leading overseas investors and accelerators think about Japan's startup potential? We asked the below brilliant experts to talk about Japanese startup ecosystem. 🚀 Maelle Gavet (Techstars, CEO): "With R&D, manufacturing & corporate innovation strengths, Japan is poised for startup success." https://lnkd.in/gkuVA8h9 Tony Raven (Cambridge Entreprise, Former Chief Executive): "Entrepreneurial drive & supportive policies make Japan an increasingly attractive startup hub." https://lnkd.in/g7HR3fun Christine Tsai (500 Global, CEO): "We're very excited to back innovative Japanese founders solving global problems." https://lnkd.in/gAHcB9Rr From world-leading accelerators to prestigious universities and VC firms, the global investment community has its eyes on Japan! 👀 With strengths across key sectors, top talent, and an improving ecosystem, now is an opportune time for overseas investors to engage. More insights in Part 2 next week! #startuphashtag #japanhashtag #deeptechhashtag #ecosystemhashtag #investor

✨ New market, new opportunities! Bring your startup to the Philippines with our Global Innovation Alliance Manila Program. Gain insights, connect with leaders, and grow your business. 🇵🇭 Why you should apply: 🤝 Access mentorship from industry leaders ✈️ Establish connections and network with key Philippine stakeholders 📊 Receive highly relevant training and support In partnership with Enterprise Singapore and IMDA, our Global Innovation Alliance acceleration programme seeks to scale the expansion of Singapore-based* startups and SMEs in the Philippines market. Leveraging Plug and Play’s extensive network of corporate partners, innovation ecosystems, and tech communities in Southeast Asia, we're set to catalyze unparalleled opportunities for growth. 🚀 *Startups are required to have 30% shareholdings in Singapore. Apply Here 👉 https://bit.ly/4bZHMYa #plugandplayapac #pnptcapac #plugandplay #startups #innovation #accelerator #openinnovation #GlobalInnovationAlliance #accelerator #business #expansion #SEA #PhilippinesMarket #tech #opportunities #network #singapore #marketexpansion

Malaysia: The Tech in Asia Conference is set for July 24-25 in Kuala Lumpur, gathering startups, founders, investors, and business leaders from across SE Asia https://lnkd.in/gmYM688Y #malaysia #techstartups #techinasia #startupmalaysia #southeastasia #asean #technologynews