Japanese Tech Startups “Take a Leap in Hong Kong!”
Hong Kong, known for finance and trade, is now a thriving hub for tech startups. This event showcases Hong Kong's startup-friendly ecosystem, government support, and private-sector assistance. Join us to learn from Hong Kong officials, investors, incubators, and tech startups. Three Japanese tech startups will pitch their ideas, and Hong Kong experts will offer advice on entering the Hong Kong market. Welcome Japanese tech startups and the local startup community, including VC and CVC supporters, to explore the opportunities in Hong Kong.
Programme (Japan Time JST +9)
17:00
Greetings - Hello Tomorrow Japan
17:05
Keynote (1) Mr. Norihiko Sano, Partner & Associate Director - Boston Consulting Group
17:25
Keynote (2) Mr. Andy Wong, Head of Innovation and Technology - Invest Hong Kong
17:45
Panel Discussion (Hybrid format)
● Moderator
Ms. Jennifer Chen, Senior Manager, Smart City, AI and Robotics - Invest Hong Kong
● Panelists
1. Mr. Derek Chim, Head of Incubation & Acceleration Program - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation
2. Mr. Michael Chow, Managing Partner - Radiant Tech Ventures Ltd
3. Mr. Castor Hui, Corporate Innovation Director - Brinc Ltd.
4. Mr. San Wong, Founder and CEO - R2C2 Limited
5. Mr. Stephen Chan, CEO- INOFORICH
18:40
Startup Pitch (1) Ms. Natsumi Ito, Co-founder - Water Design Japan
18:48
Startup Pitch (2) Mr. Satoshi Konagai, COO - Elephantech
18:56
Startup Pitch (3) Mr. Ryota Kawamura, CEO - Adacotech
19:05
Closing remarks
19:05-20:00
Networking with refreshments
Japan Time (JST +9) Seminar: 5:00pm - 7:05pm Networking: 7:05pm - 8:00pm
Inspired.Lab (6F Otemachi Building, 1-6-1 Otemachi, Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo 100-0004, Japan)
Format: Physical event (presentation, panel discussion, pitch, and networking)
Language: Japanese with English simultaneous interpretation
Registration fee: Free of charge
