Granite Asia x SMU IIE
The people building, backing, and scaling Asia’s next biggest companies will be in one room – and we want you to be there.
Whether you are a pre-founder testing an idea, a founder scaling across markets, or a student or faculty curious about the startup space and the AI landscape in Singapore and Southeast Asia, the Granite Asia Fellows x SMU Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship gives you direct access to the exact people you want to learn from.
The Panel
Mr Yuki Tsuboniwa, Assistant Vice President, Technology and Innovation, Primer Group of Companies
Mr Harrison Jiang, Investor, Granite Asia
Ms Phoebe Tan, Partner, Xora Innovation
Mr Geet Bhanawat, Chief AI Officer, Singtel Singapore
Moderator: Associate Professor Zhu Feida, Associate Dean (Partnerships and Engagement), School of Computing and Information Systems, Singapore Management University
What you will gain
Perspectives from investors and operators on what separates the ideas that get funded from the ones that stall
A clearer view of how Asia's capital, talent and market access actually work for an early-stage company
Direct exposure to founders who have already navigated the path you are considering
An understanding of the support available through SMU IIE, from incubation to co-founder matching
An opportunity to meet potential collaborators, co-founders and backers in one room
Come prepared to share what you are working on. The morning is built for conversation, not just listening.
Event Details
Date: 1 October 2026
Time: 9.00am–12.00pm
Venue: SMU Connexion, Level 5 Event Space
Spaces are limited, so secure your seat and join us for a morning of practical insight and meaningful connections.