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Jao Tim
61, Jalan Sultan, City Centre, 50000, Kuala Lumpur, Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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OVERVIEW
Don't miss out on the ASEAN Networking Conference - The Future Is Now: How Will Malaysia Adapt To New Technologies? Happening on March 9 from 1:30pm to 6pm at Jao Tim, Kuala Lumpur! Organized by START ASEAN and in collaboration with Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Global Innovation & Technology Platform (GITP), this FREE hybrid event promises to be a valuable experience with speakers from various industries sharing their insights on the future of technology and its impact on Malaysia. Hear from experts on topics such as smart cities, digital economy, education, and more. It will also be coupled with unique networking opportunities to connect with other players in the startup ecosystem in the country.
Join us and be part of the conversation on how we can shape a better future for Malaysia!
WHO SHOULD ATTEND?
Everyone in the startup ecosystem including:
TAKEAWAYS
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SPEAKERS
Ghazanfar Iqbal
Meet Ghazanfar Iqbal, the disruptor and entrepreneur behind Amazon Web Services' business development in Southeast Asia. With experience in corporate and retail sales, channel development, retail management, product marketing, and design thinking, Ghazanfar has walked in someone else's shoes before helping them succeed on their journey. He's also the founder of GuzPro, a digital media enterprise that provides motivational content to help people find their passion and live a fulfilled life. Join Ghazanfar and learn from one of the most dynamic and innovative leaders in the industry.
Richard Ker
Meet Richard Ker, the Chief Storyteller & Founder of Richard Ker Digital - a creative marketing agency that helps businesses, startups, and entrepreneurs grow regionally and globally using the power of storytelling. With a whopping 250k online audience on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn & TikTok, Richard is a master of creative digital marketing and powerful storytelling. He's also the founder of North Borneo Historical Society, an NGO that preserves and promotes the history of Sabah (North Borneo) to the world using digital media, with over 69,000 followers on Facebook. Join Richard on his mission to build more digital creators and follow him for inspiring stories in entrepreneurship, science, tech, and innovation.
Lilyana Abdul Latiff
Meet Lilyana Abdul Latiff, the CEO & Co-Founder of BETA Foundation and Jooblii Commerce. With a passion for building a vibrant and high-impact tech/startup business ecosystem across Asia Pac, Lilyana is a spirited entrepreneur who has founded several companies across diverse industries such as education, media and advertising, business consulting, and event management. Her companies stand out from other industry players by infusing communication and web technologies in each venture. Lilyana's mandate at BETA Foundation is to build successful, sustainable, and fast-growing tech startups and businesses through strategic, collaborative, and outcome-focused programs and activities. Join Lilyana on her journey to make a lasting impact on the tech/startup community and build a better future for all.
Raffles Chan
Raffles Chan is the CEO of GITP.Asia, a specialized company that facilitates inter-market transfer of technological innovations, commercializing intellectual property and connecting technology leaders with enterprises interested in adopting or collaborating with their innovations. With expertise in high-tech industry branches and a global network, GITP.Asia helps companies enhance their competitiveness and unlock innovation potential by overcoming cultural, language, and business barriers. Raffles is passionate about creating impact through collaboration and enabling enterprises to grow their business through technology and innovation.
Roman Gain
Roman Gain is a tech professional with over 8 years of experience, currently serving as the Vice President of START ASEAN and the Founder of Innoma.vc. As a result-oriented Product Manager, Roman has managed the full product lifecycle from ideation to launch, working with cross-functional teams to deliver projects that achieve strategic goals. He is passionate about emerging technologies like Mixed Reality (XR), Metaverse, and Web 3.0, and is dedicated to driving innovation and growth in the tech industry.
Jack Sheh
Jack Sheh is a technology enthusiast and trend researcher dedicated to helping businesses succeed in their digital transformation journey. As a co-founder of START ASEAN, he brings his passion and expertise to build bridges between businesses and experts in different markets, foster collaboration and innovation, and provide the necessary tools and knowledge for ASEAN businesses and startups to benefit from the latest technological trends. With his strong network of connections in the IT field and start-up industry, he offers valuable insights and guidance to ensure that attendees are informed and equipped for the future of IT technologies in the ASEAN region.
Simone Macario
Simone Macario is the founder of VOX, a company focused on making AI assistants accessible to everyone. With a team of experts in conversational AI technology, they deliver innovative B2B SaaS applications that empower businesses worldwide. Simone also has an impressive background as a former Deputy CEO at Lonteng Steel Group Company Limited, where he oversaw EMEA sales and regional operations for TROSCO's trading division, a project with a USD 100M turnover.
Dimitri KH Ang
Introducing the Head of Innovation and Industry Development at Cyberview Sdn Bhd, a seasoned professional with extensive experience in investment attraction and retention initiatives. His current focus is on the implementation of the Cyberview Living Lab programmes and building the foundation of the Smart City. Previously serving as the Regional Manager for Greater China at the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC), he successfully attracted qualified digital economy-based investments from the Greater China area by researching the needs of potential investors and building potential solutions. Additionally, he maintained and developed client relationships and planned and oversaw marketing initiatives to promote industry events.
Michael Chang
Michael Chang is a corporate strategy advisor at MyFuturity Global, where he manages 4000+ schools across Malaysia, Indonesia, India, and Brunei, with over 400k student enrollments. He bridges and sets up countries and SEA markets, identifies and promotes businesses to suitable merchants/partners, pitches and obtains funding from global and local investors, and strategizes the corporate roadmap. He is also a startup mentor at BEYOND4 SEA, mentoring startups under the MYStartup Pre-Accelerator Programme. Michael emphasizes the importance of humility in achieving success and continuously learning from others, even in unfamiliar industries, to stay rooted and motivated.
AGENDA
13:30 - Guests arrive
14:00 - 15:00 - First panel discussion
15:00 - 15:30 - Tea break
15:30 - 16:30 - Sedond panel discussion
16:30 onwards - Networking session