Global Fast Track 2026 Market Readiness Programme - Investor Discovery Session with AFG Partners
Investor Discovery: The "Reverse Pitch" for Capital
Tired of endless pitching and still getting nowhere? It’s time to flip the script. Our Investor Discovery Sessions bring you face-to-face with Investor Champions - the funding players shaping the future of tech in Hong Kong and beyond. In this intimate online roundtable, the investors take the stage first to tell you what they want.
Meet our Investor Champion of the Session - Ron Savino from AFG Partners
Ron is the Founder and Managing Partner of AFG Partners and a Wharton School alumnus. With over 25 years of experience at institutions like Goldman Sachs and Bank of America Merrill Lynch, he is a veteran of the US and Asian financial sectors. Prior to AFG, he founded Asia Fintech Angels, where he invested in over 20 high-growth companies including Blockdaemon, Unit, and Aspire.
AFG Partners is a VC fund focused on Pre-A to Series B B2B FinTechs transforming Asian Financial Services. The firm invests in domain-expert entrepreneurs solving critical challenges for financial institutions. Managed by industry specialists, AFG leverages an extensive network of senior leadership connections to accelerate the regional growth of its portfolio companies.
Inside the Investor’s Mind
Investment Ethos: Go beyond the website to understand their true sector focus and preferred stage (Seed to Series B+ to IPO).
The "Yes" Factor: Discover the specific metrics, team traits, and market signals that trigger an investment decision.
Red Flags & Deal Breakers: Hard-won advice on the common mistakes that kill deals despite due diligence.
The HK Edge: Insights into how they view the Hong Kong ecosystem as a springboard for regional and global growth.
The 2-Minute Lightning Round
Each scaleup has 2 minutes to introduce their company and showcase their product, providing the investor with a snapshot of the innovation and value you're bringing to the table. We’ll wrap up with a candid Q&A to help you gain the insights needed for your next round.
Event Details:
Time: 3:00 PM to 3:45 PM (HKT)
Date: May 7, 2026 (Thurs)
To maintain the intimacy and value of the roundtable, spots are strictly limited.
About Global Fast Track:
This session is part of the Market Readiness Programme by Global Fast Track (GFT) 2026. GFT empowers scaling tech innovations by connecting them with corporates, investors, regulators, service providers, and community builders. Gain access to exclusive matchmaking, mentoring, and a chance to pitch live at HKFTW x SMUHK 2026 in front of 45,000 global leaders .
Please note: you must first be registered for GFT to attend this session. For further enquiries, please contact Hannah Richardson at hannah@finoverse.com
Stop Guessing. Start Closing. Register now to secure your place at the table.