Hong Kong Meets NYC: A Startup Ecosystem Exchange
Hong Kong Meets NYC: A Startup Ecosystem Exchange.
🌆 Welcome to New York's Gathering of A Startup Ecosystem Exchange, where Hong Kong Meets NYC, in collaboration with InvestHK, Hong Kong Association of New York, and Hong Kong Economic & Trade Office of New York.
🎯 What is this?
This event is your gateway to understanding the generalist nature of Hong Kong's startup ecosystem, with a focus on sectors like logistics, cross-border business, and B2B solutions.
Event Highlights
Networking (6:00 PM - 6:30 PM)
Panel Discussion (6:30 PM - 7:30 PM): An intimate conversation exploring the thriving Hong Kong startup ecosystem and opportunities for cross-border collaboration with founding, funding and scaling startups.
Featuring Jayne Chan, Head of Startups of InvestHk
Featuring HK-based Founder, Daniel Lo of Gogo Chart
Featuring HK-based Founder, Albert Lam of Novelte Robotics
Moderated by Ranjit Unnithan of InvestHk
Networking & Wind Down (7:30 PM - 8:30 PM): Connect with fellow founders, investors, and key players in the NYC and Hong Kong startup communities.
Refreshments: Enjoy light bites and beverages throughout the evening.
About Our Speakers
Jayne Chan, affectionately known as 'Ms. Hong Kong Startups,' brings nearly a decade of experience as the Head of Startups at InvestHK. A true mega-connector, Jayne is deeply familiar with VCs, accelerators, incubators, corporate innovation centers, and a diverse array of founders and investors in Hong Kong.
Who Should Attend
Founders of early-stage startups (Series A and below)
Investors interested in global opportunities
Ecosystem builders and startup community leaders
Why Attend
Gain insights into Hong Kong's dynamic startup landscape
Explore potential for NYC-HK startup ecosystem collaboration
Learn about opportunities for US VCs to participate in the Hong Kong and broader Asian market
Network with like-minded entrepreneurs and investors from diverse sectors
Don't miss this unique opportunity to expand your horizons and forge valuable connections across the Pacific!
Space is limited. RSVP required.
About the hosts & sponsors:
👋 David Yakobovitch is 5X startup operator, community builder and VC (Currently: DataPower and Tech Power Network). He is active in NYC's and Silicon Valley's tech communities, having hosted 180+ community mixers and brand activations since 2020.
Invest Hong Kong (InvestHK) is the government department dedicated to attracting and facilitating foreign direct investment in Hong Kong. Offering free, customized services, InvestHK supports companies establishing or expanding their presence in this thriving international hub. With sector specialists and a global network, InvestHK champions Hong Kong's unique advantages, including its strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and role as a gateway to Mainland China and Asia.
Savills (North America): With 45+ offices and 900+ employees across North America, offering comprehensive commercial real estate services to local and global clients. Savills expertise spans tenant representation, capital markets, workplace strategy, and more. By combining world-class research with local insights, Savills deliver innovative, tailored solutions that bring clients' aspirations to life.
Photography and Filming
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