This document discusses technology ventures and innovation. It notes that successful future companies will "think big, start small, and move fast." Promoting the right economic environment, developing skills, identifying business models, and forging new partnerships across institutions can help ensure a successful transition. The UK has potential to generate additional economic value through information technology. Innovation requires strong intellectual property frameworks, access to capital, demand for products/services, and network infrastructure. New partnerships beyond technology transfer toward venturing are needed, with multi-disciplinary teams promoting adoption.
This document discusses open innovation and provides guidance on how organizations can implement an open innovation mindset. It emphasizes that open innovation should be a philosophy embraced by the entire organization. Open innovation involves working with external partners and inputs in the innovation process, just as organizations work with internal inputs. The document provides examples of different types of open innovation initiatives organizations can undertake and discusses both barriers to open innovation adoption and keys to success, such as focusing on people first before processes.
Zero to One by Peter Thiel, summary by TFNT Book ClubSophia Matveeva
This document summarizes the July 2020 meeting of the TechForNon-Techies book club. The book discussed was by Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir. Key points from the book included that innovation is creating something new from nothing rather than just improving existing ideas, the importance of avoiding competition by starting in niche markets and expanding, creating monopolies through differentiation and sales strategies, and evaluating opportunities based on factors like timing, technology breakthroughs, and defensibility. The document also listed upcoming August events for the book club.
This document provides a summary of 10 articles on economic perspectives to inform business decision making. The articles discuss major economic ideas and forecasts for the next decade; predictions for which economies will be strongest in 2050; how to cultivate superforecasting skills; whether technology is boosting living standards; the accuracy and flaws of economic forecasts; economists who predicted the 2008 crisis; mysteries holding back economic growth; why growth remains slow; and debates around limiting foreign investment.
Watch full webinar at: https://youtu.be/o2Qcf6-Fru0
Governments and ministries around the world is looking for ways to accelerate national transformation. The answer is building and scaling Innovation Supercluster for large-scale national transformation.
Hear how the team at Engage // Innovate developed the framework and tools to help nations accelerate. Hear how Malaysia and Canada are currently building Innovation Superclusters.
This webinar will give you a glimpse into how you can start building – or start lobbying your governments today.
February 16, in Washington, D.C
Understanding the Innovation Coalition, supporting the key elements of the continuum for commercialization and job creation. A Presentation by Matthew Nemerson at the 2011 Fly In to Wash. DC
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More information:
The
Angel Capital Association
Association of University Research Parks
Technology Councils of North America
National Business Incubation Association
National Association of Seed and Venture Funds
State Science and Technology Institute
joined forces on February 16, 2011 to educate the new Congress about innovation.
The 2011 Fly-In began with breakfast on Capitol Hill, where participants will hear from Rep. Steny Hoyer (invited) and other lawmakers.
Lawmakers and their staffs were briefed about the innovation process and why innovation is so important in creating a thriving economy. The afternoon was spent in individual meetings with legislative representatives and their staffs.
A Welcome Reception on Capitol Hill was held at in the afternoon.
The attached presentation was prepared by Matthew Nemerson,
President the Technology Councils of North America trade association (TECNA)
http://www.technologycouncils.org
And President & CEO of the
Connecticut Technology Council
http://www.ct.org
This document discusses leadership and innovation in times of crisis. It notes that traditional leadership approaches focus on deficits, while successful innovation requires recognizing innovators, providing the right tools and culture, and ensuring ideas can be executed. The four pillars of innovation are identifying problems, having great ideas, developing business models, and successful execution. While funding is important, overcoming "no" responses, understanding decision makers' perspectives, failing small and connecting with others are also keys to leading innovation when the world is collapsing.
This document discusses technology ventures and innovation. It notes that successful future companies will "think big, start small, and move fast." Promoting the right economic environment, developing skills, identifying business models, and forging new partnerships across institutions can help ensure a successful transition. The UK has potential to generate additional economic value through information technology. Innovation requires strong intellectual property frameworks, access to capital, demand for products/services, and network infrastructure. New partnerships beyond technology transfer toward venturing are needed, with multi-disciplinary teams promoting adoption.
This document discusses open innovation and provides guidance on how organizations can implement an open innovation mindset. It emphasizes that open innovation should be a philosophy embraced by the entire organization. Open innovation involves working with external partners and inputs in the innovation process, just as organizations work with internal inputs. The document provides examples of different types of open innovation initiatives organizations can undertake and discusses both barriers to open innovation adoption and keys to success, such as focusing on people first before processes.
Zero to One by Peter Thiel, summary by TFNT Book ClubSophia Matveeva
This document summarizes the July 2020 meeting of the TechForNon-Techies book club. The book discussed was by Peter Thiel, co-founder of PayPal and Palantir. Key points from the book included that innovation is creating something new from nothing rather than just improving existing ideas, the importance of avoiding competition by starting in niche markets and expanding, creating monopolies through differentiation and sales strategies, and evaluating opportunities based on factors like timing, technology breakthroughs, and defensibility. The document also listed upcoming August events for the book club.
This document provides a summary of 10 articles on economic perspectives to inform business decision making. The articles discuss major economic ideas and forecasts for the next decade; predictions for which economies will be strongest in 2050; how to cultivate superforecasting skills; whether technology is boosting living standards; the accuracy and flaws of economic forecasts; economists who predicted the 2008 crisis; mysteries holding back economic growth; why growth remains slow; and debates around limiting foreign investment.
Watch full webinar at: https://youtu.be/o2Qcf6-Fru0
Governments and ministries around the world is looking for ways to accelerate national transformation. The answer is building and scaling Innovation Supercluster for large-scale national transformation.
Hear how the team at Engage // Innovate developed the framework and tools to help nations accelerate. Hear how Malaysia and Canada are currently building Innovation Superclusters.
This webinar will give you a glimpse into how you can start building – or start lobbying your governments today.
February 16, in Washington, D.C
Understanding the Innovation Coalition, supporting the key elements of the continuum for commercialization and job creation. A Presentation by Matthew Nemerson at the 2011 Fly In to Wash. DC
----
More information:
The
Angel Capital Association
Association of University Research Parks
Technology Councils of North America
National Business Incubation Association
National Association of Seed and Venture Funds
State Science and Technology Institute
joined forces on February 16, 2011 to educate the new Congress about innovation.
The 2011 Fly-In began with breakfast on Capitol Hill, where participants will hear from Rep. Steny Hoyer (invited) and other lawmakers.
Lawmakers and their staffs were briefed about the innovation process and why innovation is so important in creating a thriving economy. The afternoon was spent in individual meetings with legislative representatives and their staffs.
A Welcome Reception on Capitol Hill was held at in the afternoon.
The attached presentation was prepared by Matthew Nemerson,
President the Technology Councils of North America trade association (TECNA)
http://www.technologycouncils.org
And President & CEO of the
Connecticut Technology Council
http://www.ct.org
This document discusses leadership and innovation in times of crisis. It notes that traditional leadership approaches focus on deficits, while successful innovation requires recognizing innovators, providing the right tools and culture, and ensuring ideas can be executed. The four pillars of innovation are identifying problems, having great ideas, developing business models, and successful execution. While funding is important, overcoming "no" responses, understanding decision makers' perspectives, failing small and connecting with others are also keys to leading innovation when the world is collapsing.
CPA Congress Sydney 2015 - Day One Wrap UpCPA Australia
The summaries provided 3 sentences or less on the key information from each document:
The NSW Treasurer discussed the state's strong budget and economy due to fiscal discipline. The budget highlights infrastructure investment, job creation, and health and education services. Revenue comes from the federal government, stamp duties, and payroll tax.
CPA Australia's chief executive discussed the organization's vision to be the best member services organization. The approach involves global governance, regulating technology, and reclaiming the financial services space. The strategy is to widen audiences and personalize the brand through disruption, integration, communication and entertainment.
A Sydney Water executive outlined how measuring the value finance adds helped transform relationships. It established clear purposes for value
This document provides a collection of articles summarizing key topics related to business, work, and the economy in China. It discusses China's transition to domestic consumption and opportunities for Australian businesses through the China Australia Free Trade Agreement. Several articles describe China's leading role in e-commerce, innovation, and protecting intellectual property. Other topics include the influence of WeChat on social media, competition between Alibaba and JD.com, and Chinese entrepreneurs starting tech startups. The document also mentions opportunities for the airport industry and lessons that businesses can learn from expanding into Asia.
Experiment Culture - UAE Government Innovation WebinarSam Rye
I had the privilege of speaking to the team at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation in UAE about Experiment Culture for rigorous innovation practice. Here's the slides from that webinar.
This webinar discusses building innovation superclusters. It begins with welcoming remarks and information about contacting the host. Then, it defines key terms like clusters, cluster programs, and ecosystems. It reviews the history of clusters and discusses different types of clusters that exist. The presentation explains what innovation superclusters are, including that they are engines of economic growth that connect members and partners. It explores why superclusters are needed and how to build them. The webinar concludes by discussing how individuals can get started with a supercluster and an overview of strategy tools available to help plan superclusters.
This document discusses how social business is moving beyond just marketing to generate value across entire companies. It finds that mature social businesses are using social tools to improve not just marketing but also innovation, leadership, and operations. It provides examples of how companies like AT&T and MITRE are using internal social platforms and crowdsourcing to spur innovation among employees and partners by bringing new ideas to the surface, facilitating knowledge sharing, and funding the best ideas.
The Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship's mission is to inspire and train MIT students and alumni to become successful entrepreneurs creating innovative new ventures worldwide. It provides educational programs, mentorship, funding, and networking resources across various stages of venture development. Examples of past accelerator program teams include companies developing technologies in solar energy, medical devices, e-commerce, and more. The Center aims to build an entrepreneurial ecosystem at MIT.
Taiwan Startup Stadium is here! Though an official grand opening will be held after renovations are completed at Zhongshan Soccer Stadium in Taipei early next year, TSS has already moved in to its temporary HQ and begun launching its domestic and international initiatives, including Accelerator Bootcamp for startups applying to overseas accelerators, community outreach with local Taiwan startup ecosystem partners, and international outreach opportunities for startups.
Here's what the first two months at TSS have looked like!
An expert discusses best practices for building startup ecosystems. Key elements include having various roles like accelerators, incubators, coworking spaces, and investors interact as a system. Government can foster healthy environments by deregulating. Communication channels encourage collaboration within and between ecosystems. Ecosystem maps show stages and services. Challenges include co-creating with all providers and defining ecosystems, but treating ecosystem building as a startup by solving problems and creating value can help address challenges.
iCHEF Inc. develops iPad POS apps for restaurants to improve their operations. They created their first app after struggling to find a POS that met their needs for their own successful noodle restaurant in Taiwan. Their app integrates the entire restaurant workflow and management onto iPads, including wait listing, ordering, payments, and reporting. It has been adopted by over 200 small restaurants in Taiwan and Hong Kong. The app aims to simplify operations and increase efficiency for restaurants.
On July 15, 2015, Taiwan Startup Stadium welcomed more than two dozen Taiwan-based startups to present their products for 2 minutes for the chance to join TSS at RISE Conference in Hong Kong July 31-August 1. A total of 29 teams pitched, including 3 teams remotely presenting via video. Here's a rundown of each of the teams presenting, as well as the 4 winners!
Navigating the Singapore Startup Eco-system with Microsoft BizSparkJoyce Huang
This document summarizes Microsoft's BizSpark program which provides resources and support for startups. It discusses how BizSpark helps startups succeed by providing software, support, and visibility. More than 45,000 companies in over 100 countries have joined BizSpark since 2008. Eligible startups can access development tools, server products, technical support, and discounts from hosting partners through the BizSpark program at no upfront cost. The document also outlines how startups can navigate Singapore's ecosystem through support from universities, government agencies, investors, incubators, accelerators, entrepreneur associations, and industry groups.
Startup Atlanta: 2017 Guide To The EcosystemAdam Harrell
This document provides an overview and guide to the Atlanta startup ecosystem, including organizations, groups, events, and resources that support entrepreneurs. It introduces Startup Atlanta, a nonprofit focused on championing and connecting the local startup community through events, leadership, and policy advocacy. The guide then outlines various associations, groups, events, schools, funding sources, workspaces, and other entities that are part of Atlanta's growing startup scene. It encourages using this guide as a tool to navigate opportunities and connect with others in the ecosystem.
Join FutureWard Central as we celebrate our monthly Hardware Massive Impact: Speaker Series! This months speaker is Elias Ek, entrepreneur, author of 'How to Start a Business in Taiwan' (http://www.startabusinessintaiwan.tw/), and founder of Enspyre (http://www.enspyre.com/). Join us as Elias shares his wisdom on how to start a business in Taiwan for foreigners.
This document discusses Microsoft's experience expanding into the Indian market. It notes that Microsoft's traditional "one size fits all" strategy of standard Windows operating systems and software applications does not work well in emerging markets like India. Many Indians cannot afford personal computers and instead use cheaper alternatives like pirated software or Linux. To better appeal to Indian consumers, Microsoft opened a research center in India to develop lower-priced products tailored for the local market, such as Windows XP Starter Edition and cellphone apps. Microsoft also varied its marketing mix and used strategies like cloud-based subscriptions. The key lessons were that product variation and market segmentation are essential for success in diverse global markets.
Asia Startup Ecosystem launched in the hopes of centralizing resources, programs, and events for Asian entrepreneurs. Upon finding limited opportunities in the region, the company launched Asia’s first Digital Startup Accelerator to accelerate 100 startups to market per year.The inaugural program launched on January 23-24, 2017 with a 2-day startup development program, followed by a virtual demo day for 10 selected companies. Demo judges and speakers included angel investors, global accelerator leaders, and press. More info at www.asiastartupecosystem.com
Korea has become one of Asia's most important startup hubs. This Slideshare provides a detailed look at the movers and shakers, support systems, investors and top performing startups in 2017. Need connections in Korea - there's a list for that in the deck. Want to know about government support programs for foreigners? We've got info on that too.
Why does Korea deserve attention? It's population is tech savvy. It's tech infrastructure is world class. It's home of the world's top smartphone manufacturer. It has produced more than 10 tech unicorns over the last ten years. The government invests USD $2 billion into startups annually. It's opening up to foreigner entrepreneurs. Global investors have poured billions into it's rising stars. It's one of the world's top 15 economies. There's lots of incubators, accelerators and co-working spaces. There's an increasingly vibrant social scene for startups. Seoulites are social, speak pretty good English and are foreigner friendly.
Enjoy the read and let me know if you have questions or suggestions.
This document discusses the startup ecosystem in Taiwan. It notes that Taiwan has an internet savvy and wealthy population with high smartphone and social media penetration. Several Taiwanese startups are highlighted that have gained users and funding in 2011-2012. The document suggests that Japanese companies can benefit from localizing in Taiwan as a stepping stone to China due to Taiwan's cultural and economic similarities to Japan. It invites Japanese startups to attend Taiwan's largest startup demo event in July 2012.
The document provides an overview of Nigeria's startup ecosystem, including:
- A brief history of Nigeria's insulated economy until recent decades and the roles of Nollywood and South African companies in opening it up.
- Social innovation is seen as more important than technology given issues with education, patents, and brain drain. The Co-Creation Hub was a key early player.
- Mobile West Africa is now a prominent tech conference gathering the community.
- Nigeria faces challenges of infrastructure, kleptocracy, and preparing for a population that could reach half a billion by 2050.
- The ecosystem has pros of a large growing market but cons of issues like corruption, lack of middle class, and over-
CPA Congress Sydney 2015 - Day One Wrap UpCPA Australia
The summaries provided 3 sentences or less on the key information from each document:
The NSW Treasurer discussed the state's strong budget and economy due to fiscal discipline. The budget highlights infrastructure investment, job creation, and health and education services. Revenue comes from the federal government, stamp duties, and payroll tax.
CPA Australia's chief executive discussed the organization's vision to be the best member services organization. The approach involves global governance, regulating technology, and reclaiming the financial services space. The strategy is to widen audiences and personalize the brand through disruption, integration, communication and entertainment.
A Sydney Water executive outlined how measuring the value finance adds helped transform relationships. It established clear purposes for value
This document provides a collection of articles summarizing key topics related to business, work, and the economy in China. It discusses China's transition to domestic consumption and opportunities for Australian businesses through the China Australia Free Trade Agreement. Several articles describe China's leading role in e-commerce, innovation, and protecting intellectual property. Other topics include the influence of WeChat on social media, competition between Alibaba and JD.com, and Chinese entrepreneurs starting tech startups. The document also mentions opportunities for the airport industry and lessons that businesses can learn from expanding into Asia.
Experiment Culture - UAE Government Innovation WebinarSam Rye
I had the privilege of speaking to the team at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Centre for Government Innovation in UAE about Experiment Culture for rigorous innovation practice. Here's the slides from that webinar.
This webinar discusses building innovation superclusters. It begins with welcoming remarks and information about contacting the host. Then, it defines key terms like clusters, cluster programs, and ecosystems. It reviews the history of clusters and discusses different types of clusters that exist. The presentation explains what innovation superclusters are, including that they are engines of economic growth that connect members and partners. It explores why superclusters are needed and how to build them. The webinar concludes by discussing how individuals can get started with a supercluster and an overview of strategy tools available to help plan superclusters.
This document discusses how social business is moving beyond just marketing to generate value across entire companies. It finds that mature social businesses are using social tools to improve not just marketing but also innovation, leadership, and operations. It provides examples of how companies like AT&T and MITRE are using internal social platforms and crowdsourcing to spur innovation among employees and partners by bringing new ideas to the surface, facilitating knowledge sharing, and funding the best ideas.
The Martin Trust Center for MIT Entrepreneurship's mission is to inspire and train MIT students and alumni to become successful entrepreneurs creating innovative new ventures worldwide. It provides educational programs, mentorship, funding, and networking resources across various stages of venture development. Examples of past accelerator program teams include companies developing technologies in solar energy, medical devices, e-commerce, and more. The Center aims to build an entrepreneurial ecosystem at MIT.
Taiwan Startup Stadium is here! Though an official grand opening will be held after renovations are completed at Zhongshan Soccer Stadium in Taipei early next year, TSS has already moved in to its temporary HQ and begun launching its domestic and international initiatives, including Accelerator Bootcamp for startups applying to overseas accelerators, community outreach with local Taiwan startup ecosystem partners, and international outreach opportunities for startups.
Here's what the first two months at TSS have looked like!
An expert discusses best practices for building startup ecosystems. Key elements include having various roles like accelerators, incubators, coworking spaces, and investors interact as a system. Government can foster healthy environments by deregulating. Communication channels encourage collaboration within and between ecosystems. Ecosystem maps show stages and services. Challenges include co-creating with all providers and defining ecosystems, but treating ecosystem building as a startup by solving problems and creating value can help address challenges.
iCHEF Inc. develops iPad POS apps for restaurants to improve their operations. They created their first app after struggling to find a POS that met their needs for their own successful noodle restaurant in Taiwan. Their app integrates the entire restaurant workflow and management onto iPads, including wait listing, ordering, payments, and reporting. It has been adopted by over 200 small restaurants in Taiwan and Hong Kong. The app aims to simplify operations and increase efficiency for restaurants.
On July 15, 2015, Taiwan Startup Stadium welcomed more than two dozen Taiwan-based startups to present their products for 2 minutes for the chance to join TSS at RISE Conference in Hong Kong July 31-August 1. A total of 29 teams pitched, including 3 teams remotely presenting via video. Here's a rundown of each of the teams presenting, as well as the 4 winners!
Navigating the Singapore Startup Eco-system with Microsoft BizSparkJoyce Huang
This document summarizes Microsoft's BizSpark program which provides resources and support for startups. It discusses how BizSpark helps startups succeed by providing software, support, and visibility. More than 45,000 companies in over 100 countries have joined BizSpark since 2008. Eligible startups can access development tools, server products, technical support, and discounts from hosting partners through the BizSpark program at no upfront cost. The document also outlines how startups can navigate Singapore's ecosystem through support from universities, government agencies, investors, incubators, accelerators, entrepreneur associations, and industry groups.
Startup Atlanta: 2017 Guide To The EcosystemAdam Harrell
This document provides an overview and guide to the Atlanta startup ecosystem, including organizations, groups, events, and resources that support entrepreneurs. It introduces Startup Atlanta, a nonprofit focused on championing and connecting the local startup community through events, leadership, and policy advocacy. The guide then outlines various associations, groups, events, schools, funding sources, workspaces, and other entities that are part of Atlanta's growing startup scene. It encourages using this guide as a tool to navigate opportunities and connect with others in the ecosystem.
Join FutureWard Central as we celebrate our monthly Hardware Massive Impact: Speaker Series! This months speaker is Elias Ek, entrepreneur, author of 'How to Start a Business in Taiwan' (http://www.startabusinessintaiwan.tw/), and founder of Enspyre (http://www.enspyre.com/). Join us as Elias shares his wisdom on how to start a business in Taiwan for foreigners.
This document discusses Microsoft's experience expanding into the Indian market. It notes that Microsoft's traditional "one size fits all" strategy of standard Windows operating systems and software applications does not work well in emerging markets like India. Many Indians cannot afford personal computers and instead use cheaper alternatives like pirated software or Linux. To better appeal to Indian consumers, Microsoft opened a research center in India to develop lower-priced products tailored for the local market, such as Windows XP Starter Edition and cellphone apps. Microsoft also varied its marketing mix and used strategies like cloud-based subscriptions. The key lessons were that product variation and market segmentation are essential for success in diverse global markets.
Asia Startup Ecosystem launched in the hopes of centralizing resources, programs, and events for Asian entrepreneurs. Upon finding limited opportunities in the region, the company launched Asia’s first Digital Startup Accelerator to accelerate 100 startups to market per year.The inaugural program launched on January 23-24, 2017 with a 2-day startup development program, followed by a virtual demo day for 10 selected companies. Demo judges and speakers included angel investors, global accelerator leaders, and press. More info at www.asiastartupecosystem.com
Korea has become one of Asia's most important startup hubs. This Slideshare provides a detailed look at the movers and shakers, support systems, investors and top performing startups in 2017. Need connections in Korea - there's a list for that in the deck. Want to know about government support programs for foreigners? We've got info on that too.
Why does Korea deserve attention? It's population is tech savvy. It's tech infrastructure is world class. It's home of the world's top smartphone manufacturer. It has produced more than 10 tech unicorns over the last ten years. The government invests USD $2 billion into startups annually. It's opening up to foreigner entrepreneurs. Global investors have poured billions into it's rising stars. It's one of the world's top 15 economies. There's lots of incubators, accelerators and co-working spaces. There's an increasingly vibrant social scene for startups. Seoulites are social, speak pretty good English and are foreigner friendly.
Enjoy the read and let me know if you have questions or suggestions.
This document discusses the startup ecosystem in Taiwan. It notes that Taiwan has an internet savvy and wealthy population with high smartphone and social media penetration. Several Taiwanese startups are highlighted that have gained users and funding in 2011-2012. The document suggests that Japanese companies can benefit from localizing in Taiwan as a stepping stone to China due to Taiwan's cultural and economic similarities to Japan. It invites Japanese startups to attend Taiwan's largest startup demo event in July 2012.
The document provides an overview of Nigeria's startup ecosystem, including:
- A brief history of Nigeria's insulated economy until recent decades and the roles of Nollywood and South African companies in opening it up.
- Social innovation is seen as more important than technology given issues with education, patents, and brain drain. The Co-Creation Hub was a key early player.
- Mobile West Africa is now a prominent tech conference gathering the community.
- Nigeria faces challenges of infrastructure, kleptocracy, and preparing for a population that could reach half a billion by 2050.
- The ecosystem has pros of a large growing market but cons of issues like corruption, lack of middle class, and over-
This document discusses the lack of a strong startup ecosystem in Taiwan compared to Silicon Valley. It notes that while Taiwan is physically close in distance, the environments are very different. The key differences highlighted include Taiwan having a focus on revenue over vision, risk avoidance over embracing failure, and lack of respect for young entrepreneurs. It provides several recommendations for how the government could help kickstart a stronger ecosystem, including focusing funding on industry groups rather than schools, using tax incentives to attract private capital, setting clear industry goals, and attracting foreign venture capital. It emphasizes the need for bold visionary ideas and successful exits to generate momentum.
World Startup Report is a social mission to document and connect the global startup community. Starting on 1/1/2013 - 9/30/2013, the World Startup Report will be traveling to 29 countries and 36 cities. Take a look at our mission & itinerary. Let us know if you are interested in meeting us!
Intro to the Singapore Startup CommunityAdrian Tan
Introduction to the Singapore Startup Community
This is an orientation to help newcomers to the startup scene get acquainted with the exciting world of tech in Singapore. We will give you the inside scoop on Singapore's key events and meetups, people, companies, VCs, blogs, programs, and more. This class is best attended by those who are already in business and either have employees or are consultant/freelancers looking to step up their game.
Do also check out Arnaud Bonzom's more detailed slides on the Singapore Startup ecosystem: http://www.slideshare.net/arnaudbonzom/singapore-startup-ecosystem-and-entrepreneur-toolbox
East Asia Geeks On A Plane >> Taiwan Ecosystem Overview 500 Startups
This document summarizes Taiwan's startup ecosystem and opportunities for foreign startups. It notes that Taiwan has a highly educated population of over 23 million people that are highly internet and mobile connected. Over $434 million was invested in Taiwan startups from 2015 to early 2016 across various industries like services, commerce, data, and IoT. However, the ecosystem could be better supported by reducing outdated regulations, attracting more international capital, and preventing talent flight. The document suggests foreign startups could consider Taiwan for Asia expansion, an R&D hub, mentoring, or investing opportunities.
Thailand has an extensive innovation network made up of various supporting parties, from government bodies, the private sector, to venture capital and other organizations including research laboratories and academic institutions.
The Technology Investment Office (TIO) aims to support Pennsylvania's economic growth through technology and innovation. Its mission is to strategically invest in programs that help technology companies and universities advance their work. TIO works with pre-revenue startups, growing tech companies, universities conducting research, and organizations focused on infrastructure, training, and facilities. It measures the economic impact of the programs it supports, such as jobs created and funds leveraged. Current initiatives include support for key industry clusters, life sciences, broadband expansion, and workforce development programs.
This presentation describes the various initiatives managed by Pennsylvania's Department of Community and Economic Development's Technology Investment Office.
The document outlines key factors for building an innovative entrepreneurial hub. It discusses four main support structures needed: 1) attracting smart entrepreneurs through policies that make it easy to start businesses and protecting intellectual property, 2) partnering with technical universities to promote innovation and generate talent, 3) developing venture capital funding through initial government support and encouraging private investment, and 4) establishing tech incubators to help startups commercialize ideas and link them with investors. The entrepreneurial hub aims to foster a community where entrepreneurs can easily connect with each other and resources to help new businesses launch and grow.
Research on entrepreneruship and innovation support_entitiesTarek Salah
This document profiles a study of selected governmental and non-profit innovation and entrepreneurship support entities from around the world, providing an overview of each to help inform the strategy and operations of Egypt's Technological Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center. It includes profiles of 16 different organizations from countries such as Malaysia, Ireland, Singapore, the UK, Sweden, India, and others, providing details on their mission, programs and services, funding sources, and other relevant information. The research was conducted by a team from Egypt's Innovation Support Department to identify best practices and lessons learned from international examples.
Case study : Backing Australia's AbilityMohamed Seif
The document summarizes the Australian government's efforts to improve its national innovation system from the 1990s onwards. It discusses initiatives like "Investment for Growth" in 1997, the "Knowledge and Innovation" policy in 1999, and the flagship "Backing Australia's Ability" strategy from 2004. This 5-year $2.9 billion strategy aimed to strengthen idea generation, accelerate commercialization, develop skills, and link government, universities, research institutions and businesses. However, it was criticized for its lack of strategic focus and collaboration. Weaknesses included poor business innovation culture, lack of operational innovation, and insufficient venture capital and skills development.
This document discusses promoting research and innovation in India through brain gain. It notes that while India has a large economy, it lags behind in research and development spending compared to other countries. It outlines government initiatives to promote innovation but notes more can be done. It recommends creating innovation clusters through public-private partnerships and incentives. Special purpose vehicles could help commercialize research by separating risks. Collaboration between government, industry, academia and financiers is needed to support new knowledge, workforce skills, production and markets.
ACS Entrepreneurship & Innovation Special Interest Group Launch 15thMay2014Josephine TOO
The document announces an upcoming event by the Entrepreneurship & Innovation Special Interest Group (SIG) featuring Leni Mayo discussing her journey as an entrepreneur. The SIG's objectives are to inspire members towards entrepreneurship through enabling practical skills development and connecting members to the startup ecosystem. Upcoming events include entrepreneur journey talks, skills workshops, spotlight on innovative companies, and discussions of intrapreneurship and startup incubation. Brendan Lewis of The Churchill Club, Lars Lindstrom of Startup Victoria, and Ben Bickford of Mobile Monday Melbourne will speak about their organizations.
The document discusses new trends in business incubation globally and in Vietnam. It summarizes that third generation business incubators have become more diverse and intensive, focusing on high-growth startups. Incubators are also extending their reach through virtual/online models. In Vietnam, TOPICA has contributed to business incubation by training incubator managers, operating learning centers, and accelerating startups. A second wave of technopreneurship may be emerging in Vietnam.
Innovacorp aims to fuel Nova Scotia's economic growth by supporting early-stage knowledge-based companies. It delivers business support, venture capital investment, and incubation. Venture capital is critical for these companies and incubation helps them survive the early challenges. Innovacorp reviews hundreds of companies each year and invests in 8-10 while providing feedback to others. Its support helps companies develop strategies for commercializing ideas and connecting to resources in the innovation ecosystem.
Will cardwell skolkovo presentation - 2012Will Cardwell
The document provides an overview of entrepreneurship acceleration efforts at Aalto University in Finland. It discusses:
1) Aalto University's merger of three leading Finnish institutes and its vision to be internationally recognized for impactful science, art, and learning.
2) The Aalto Center for Entrepreneurship (ACE) which provides resources like funding, coaching, and programs to co-create growth within the Aalto community.
3) Five necessary ingredients for entrepreneurship according to ACE: positive energy, T-shaped people, extreme work, transparency and community, and black swan thinking.
The Government of Odisha plans to create a conducive environment for Startups, empower them to grow through
innovation and design, create a world-class scientific ecosystem and enable its youth to pursue their dreams within the State. Learn more about Odisha's Startup Policy here.
Am councils and nasvf presentation 3 march 2011Денис Гусев
This document discusses building innovation capacity in Russia. It identifies key elements of an innovation ecosystem including management knowledge, research partnerships, and investment partners. It examines Russian strengths and weaknesses in areas like research, venture capital, and government policy. It suggests metrics like patents, licenses, and jobs created to measure success and recommends actions over 12 to 36 months to strengthen the innovation ecosystem.
This document summarizes presentations made at the TECNA 2010 Summer Conference in Ottawa about innovation ecosystems. It includes visual representations of innovation ecosystems from MRI, CTC, and the Innovation Coalition. It also discusses the roles of government, universities, firms, investors, and other groups in regional innovation systems and supporting the commercialization of research. It raises the question of who government organizations in Washington DC and Ottawa consult to understand and impact regional innovation systems.
45th St. Gallen Symposium: Swiss Competitiveness: From Innovation to Entrepre...Peter Vogel
This document discusses Switzerland's position as an innovation leader but not a startup leader. While Switzerland ranks highly in measures of innovation like the Global Innovation Index, it does not have any regions ranked among the top 20 global startup ecosystems. The document suggests this disconnect is due to factors like risk aversion in Swiss culture and lack of targeted funding for growth-stage startups, causing many to leave the country. It advocates creating successful entrepreneurial ecosystems requires a holistic, multi-stakeholder approach that facilitates rather than over-regulates entrepreneurship.
2018: What did I learn about Innovation and Entrepreneurship in IsraelLeandro de Castro
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4. WHAT HAS GOV’T DONE?
1. Smart regulation
2. Startup ecosystem
3. Linkage to the globe
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5. Innovation and Startups Taskforce (ISTF)
• Mechanism
• Establishment of the Innovation and Startups Taskforce
(ISTF) under the Cabinet to push innovation and
entrepreneurship policies
• Goal
• To provide a way forward for young people
• To provide opportunities for businesses
• Vision
• To build the Taiwan Silicon Valley entrepreneurship
model
• To establish a dream-realizing base for young
entrepreneurs
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6. ISTF Framework
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Global
Networking
Social Innovation
& Young
Entrepreneurship
Regulatory
Adjustment
Ecosystem
Building
ISTF
Linkage to the
globe
Build an international
cluster of startups
Bring in international
capital, human
resources, and
knowhow
Smart regulation
Carry out
regulatory
adjustment plan
for innovative
companies,
startups, and
Virtual World
Development
Program
Startup
ecosystem
Promote
international
startup cluster
Incubate new
startups and help
them obtain
capital
Entrepreneurship
support
Encourage
entrepreneurship
among young
people
Build a virtual
platform for
entrepreneurship
resources
Entrepreneurship
education
One-stop window
Convener: Vice premier
7. 1. Smart regulation ‒ align with international standards
• Foster a startup-friendly environment
• Add a special chapter to Company Law to provide startups with
diversified fundraising channels (「公司法」新增「閉鎖型公司」專章)
• Enact Limited Partnership Act to allow new business organization
types (有限合夥法)
• Attract foreign startup talents
• Ease regulations on employing foreign professionals for innovation-
driven startups (放寬引進外籍人才規定)
• Launch the Taiwan Entrepreneur Visa to grant 1-year residence
permits to foreign entrepreneurs (創業家簽證)
• Enable startups to access funding easily
• Allow private sector operators to engage in equity-based
crowdfunding (股權式群眾募資)
• Pass the Act Governing Electronic Payment Institutions (電子支付機構
管理條例)
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8. 2. Startup ecosystem
• Startup cluster building
• Establish an international startup cluster (Taiwan Startup
Stadium, TSS)
• Global fund attraction
• Allow venture capitals (VCs) and investors to share the
National Development Fund’s (NDF) profits up to 80%
• Total fund-raising amount reached US$450M by Sep 2015
• Startups incubation
• Invite leading international startup entrepreneurs to help
incubate Taiwan startups
• Help organize international events in Taiwan, such as Mosa
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9. 3. Linkage to the globe
• Rapid Innovation Prototyping League for
Entrepreneurs (TRIPLE, established in Taiwan March 2015)
• Taiwan manufacturers help entrepreneurs transform their
ideas into products, while gaining a place in the global
startup ecosystem
• Taiwan Innovation and Entrepreneurship Center
(TIEC, opened in Silicon Valley June 2015)
• Build talent and technology links between Taiwan and
Silicon Valley
• Taiwan Silicon Valley Technology Fund (TSVTF,
approved by NDF September 2015)
• Joint government-private sector investment in both
Taiwanese and Silicon Valley startups
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11. Upgrade startup ecosystem
• Inspire Private Dynamics
• government serves as sponsor or supporter
• Enhance Corporate Engagement
• connect resources and experiences of corporations with
innovative ideas of startups
• Step up Government Initiatives
• attract global talent through entrepreneur packages on
visa, capital and other incentives
• organize training courses on computer coding and
maker related activities
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12. Strengthen global linkage
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Reach out
to the world
Open up
to the world
• Taiwan Entrepreneur Visa
• Taiwan Rapid Innovation Prototyping
League (TRIPLE)
• Visiting Entrepreneurs
• More startups to overseas accelerators
• Taiwan Pavilion at major tech conferences
• More English news coverage
Ladies and gentlemen, good afternoon! It’s an honor to be here with you today. MOSA is the first international startup conference organized by Taiwan’s own community. Organizing a big event like this is not easy, and I thank the organizers for your efforts to enhance Taiwan’s visibility.
As you know, Internet technology has cut business and marketing costs significantly, which allows more startup companies to go global. Moreover, concepts such as mobile communication, the Internet of Things (IoT), big data and sharing economy have quickly changed our lives. This is why many countries worldwide have policies to encourage innovation and entrepreneurship.
Taiwan offers an advantageous environment for innovation and entrepreneurship. First, our economy is driven by tech and manufacturing industries, and we have a complete supply chain offering design, production, logistics and marketing services.
Second, Taiwan provides small-scale, high-quality production.
Third, Taiwan has solid internet infrastructures for digital and tech products, and consumers in Taiwan generally welcome and embrace new gadgets.
Fourth, Taiwan offers a safe, convenient and comfortable living environment that’s close to big markets in mainland China and Southeast Asia. We want to become a global startup hub.
For the past year, Taiwan’s government strategically has provided resources and established policies to encourage and support the development of startup business.
To help young people and businesses, an Innovation and Startups Taskforce was established to put together resources from the government, private sector and Silicon Valley.
The Innovation and Startups Task Force (ISTF) is convened by Vice Premier Simon Chang and five ministers without portfolio.
By strategically combining resources across ministries, our goal is to create a ecosystem for startup business similar to Silicon Valley but with Taiwanese flavor.
Earlier this year, the Company Act was amended by adding a chapter to provide Taiwan startups with more fundraising channels. Additionally, the Limited Partnership Act was enacted to allow new types of business organizations.
Moreover, the regulations on employing foreign professionals was eased up for innovative startups and a one-year entrepreneur visa program was lunched to encourage foreigners to start up a new business in Taiwan.
This April, an equity-based crowdfunding platform was established in Taiwan, which made Taiwan the second country in Asia to do so. We also passed the Act Governing Electronic Payment Institutions to allow non-financial institutions to provide electronic payment services.
Furthermore, In March, the Taiwan Startup Stadium (TSS) was established, which is a startup cluster focusing on IoT and mobile applications.
Besides, the National Development Fund (NDF) has incentives for international VCs to set up joint-venture funds for Taiwanese companies. The profit NDF renders to VCs can reach as high as 80%. So far, five VCs including “500 Startups” in America and Appworks in Taiwan have raised US$450 million.
We also launched a Visiting Entrepreneur Program, inviting business people from other countries to network and share their experiences and know-how with local startups. In addition, we sponsor international startup events such as MOSA.
To take Taiwan startups global, we established the Taiwan Rapid Innovation Prototyping League (TRIPLE), which leverages Taiwan’s manufacturing advantages to support startups worldwide.
Furthermore, we also set up the Taiwan Innovation & Entrepreneurship Center in Silicon Valley in June. We are the first country in Asia to do so. The center subsidies and mentors Taiwan startup businesses for one to three months in Silicon Valley to incorporate them into the startup ecosystem there. Fourteen teams have been subsidized so far, and three of them are stationed in well-known accelerators in Silicon Valley now.
To increase the exchange of talent, technology and capital between Taiwan and Silicon Valley, the government and private organizations have established the Taiwan Silicon Valley Tech Fund to invest in startups located in Taiwan and Silicon Valley. We believe these investments will establish long-term partnerships and make Taiwan an important partner for global startup supply chains.
Looking ahead, our next goal is to create a globally linked startup ecosystem in Taiwan.
In the future, we will encourage the private sector to play a greater role and enhance corporate engagement in startup activities. Policy directions may be led by the private sector while the government will simply act as a sponsor or supporter. We also encourage domestic and foreign corporations to connect with startups. Their resources and experiences, combined with innovative ideas from startups, will create more opportunities for cooperation.
In addition, we attract global talents by offering matchmaking services, entrepreneur visas, capital assistance and other incentives. To enhance Taiwan’s future competitiveness, the government will develop and implement elementary school courses on computer coding and maker related activities.
To strengthen global links, we will continue providing consultation services and sending more Taiwanese startup companies to international accelerators. Meanwhile, we will set up more Taiwan Pavilions at major startup events to raise Taiwan’s profile in the global community.
With our quick prototyping and production abilities, as well as visa and capital assistance, we can attract top teams such as those from international startup contests. And by inviting more famous entrepreneurs to Taiwan, we can bring more global know-how, experiences and connections to Taiwan.
With superior technology, talent and government commitment, I am confident that Taiwan’s startup businesses can meet global competition head on. We will try our best to help our startups dream big, go global and achieve great success. I am confident that we can make Taiwan an international startup hub.