NextBigThing's Fireside Panel: How To Go From School Projects To Real Startups

​Calling all youths!

​NextBigThing and ACE.sg present a fireside panel discussion with youth founders and startup ecosystem builders. They will be sharing honest insights on transitioning from academic projects to real-world startups: the skills needed, paths to growth, and realities of entrepreneurship.

​Event Details

​📅 Date & Time: 11 January 2026, 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

​📍 Location: ACE Ideation Centre - 79 Ayer Rajah Crescent, #01-13 LaunchPad @ one-north, Singapore 139955

​👥 Capacity: 80 participants

​💵 Free for Participants

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Schedule

​10:00 AM - Registration

​10:10 AM - Welcome & Panelist Introductions

​10:30 AM - Fireside Q&A Session

​12:00 PM - Open Networking

​1:00 PM - Conclusion!

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What You’ll Get

• ​Real talk from founders and ecosystem builders about startup realities

• ​Insights on balancing studies with entrepreneurship

• ​Practical advice on growing your startup beyond the campus

• ​Networking opportunities with fellow youth entrepreneurs and mentors

​T&Cs: Please register in advance as spots are limited!​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​