Scaling Asia: Unlocking Japan–Southeast Asia Growth Pathways

​How do startups break into Japan and Southeast Asia’s diverse and complex markets? What role do universities, corporates, investors, and public agencies play in driving sustainable innovation?

​Join us for a high-energy panel discussion featuring leaders from Singapore, Japan, and the global alumni community. Together, we’ll explore how collaboration can accelerate cross-border growth, with a special focus on scaling between Japan and Southeast Asia.

​Panel Topic:
Scaling Asia: Unlocking Japan–Southeast Asia Growth Pathways

​Key Themes:

• ​Cross-Border Scaling Challenges and Opportunities in Asia

• ​The role of Public Agencies and Incubators in supporting Global-Minded Founders

• ​Corporate Venture Capital & Industry Partnerships – insights from Japan

• ​Family Offices & Long-Term Capital in enabling Scale-Ups

• ​Future Collaboration between Singapore, Japan, and the U.S.

​Speakers:

• ​Kai Hoo Quek – A*STAR

• ​Gerald Lai - MUFG Innovation Partners

• ​Raymond Woo – Kyoto ICAP

• ​Shigeki Sugii - ImpactFat

• ​Assaf Tarnopolsky - TP

• ​Natsumi Ono - JRE Ventures (Moderator)

​👥 Who Should Attend?

​Startup Founders, Investors, Corporates, Family Offices, and alumni communities interested in Japan–Southeast Asia innovation and cross-border expansion.

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​🌯 light refreshments will be served, with drinks and canapés included for all guests.