Cyberport VC Forum 2023
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Panel Discussion:
Empowering NextGen Startup Funding in Volatile Global Landscape
Time: October 31, 10:10 – 10:45
Moderator
- Rebecca Fannin, Founder, Silicon Dragon
Panelists
- Jenny Xiao, Partner, Leonis Capital, Silicon Valley
- Tytus Michalski, Managing Partner, Fresco Capital, Singapore
- Douglas Hansen-Luke, Executive Chairman, Future Planet Capital, London
- Medea Nocentini, Senior Partner, Global Ventures, Dubai
Cross-border geo-political currents in global venture investing are running strong, and look likely to intensify with increased scrutiny of privacy practices, more regulation of trade and investment in sensitive sectors, strategic competition between the US and China, climate risk and more. An international panel of VCs from Europe, Silicon Valley, Singapore and the Middle East dive into the many deal-making challenges – yet opportunities – in funding a next generation of tech innovations in these turbulent times.
Keynote: Plugging Into Venture In A Big Way
October 31, 09:30 – 09:50
- Alireza Masrour, General Partner, Plug & Play / Silicon Valley
From his power base in Silicon Valley at leading global investor and Innovation hub Plug and Play, venture capitalist and technology founder Alireza Masrour gains an unparalleled perspective on startup funding cycles and tech innovation trends. This ground-breaker is known for his ability to hyperscale startups across AI, web3, fintech and other disruptive fields. Since 2008, he’s led more than 200 investments out of thousands of early-stage deals in hot sectors for investment arm Plug and Play Ventures, and he’s scored several exits from among 13 unicorns in his portfolio. His hands-on experience and depth of expertise will give audience valuable insights into 2024 and beyond in this pivotal time for investing efficiently in fast-growth, small businesses.
Workshops November 1
Workshop A: 10-11:30
From Start-up to Scale-up: Growing your business
- Douglas Hansen-Luke, Executive Chairman, Future Planet Capital, London
Workshop B: 11:30 – 13:00
Start-up Funding: how to become investor ready
- Jenny Xiao, Partner, Leonis Capital, Silicon Valley