Shaping the future of Asia tech.
The power of Venture Building.
Singapore | 14:00 – 22:00 SGT
Join Venture Studio leaders, accredited investors and government officials for an insider look into the fast-growing Venture Studio in Asia.
150+
High-profile guests.
Investors, industry experts, venture builders and more.
10+
Sessions.
Exclusive keynotes and round-table discussions.
VIP Access.
To elite deal flow.
Get a glimpse of emerging high-potential tech startups.
1 Unique Day.
Aboard the Clipper.
Enjoy world-class service with renown chefs and DJs.
a vessel with a story
The event will be hosted on the legendary Clipper Stad Amsterdam Ship in Singapore.
A historical reconstruction of the mid-19th century Clipper ship – a tribute to the Dutch trading spirit and connection to the seas that brings ideas and continents closer.
>> 76 metres long and carries 31 sails
>> total area of 2,200 m2
>> authentic square rig and a pointed bow
>> 13 luxury cabins
>> spacious dining room with an alfresco bar
event themes
All you need to know about Venture Studios. In one place.
Agenda.
- Part 1
- Part 2
- Part 3
Venture Studios. Shaping the future of Asia tech.
14:00 – 14:30 SGT
Welcome & Drinks.
After completing registration, attendees will have the opportunity to network and connect over coffee and light refreshments.
Main deck
14:30 – 14:35 SGT
Opening remarks by the Schipper.
The Schipper will offer a brief overview of the iconic Clipper Stad Amsterdam.
Main deck
14:30 – 14:40 SGT
Opening words from the
Dutch Embassy.
The Dutch Embassy will open the event by highlighting the importance of having a dynamic and evolving collaboration between the Netherlands and Singapore. The Embassy will also offer a brief overview of the iconic Clipper Stad Amsterdam.
Main deck
14:40 – 15.00 SGT
Sharing by the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB).
Yuan Chun Ling
Vice President, Head of Family Capital & Impact Vice President, New Ventures Singapore Economic Development Board
The Vice President and Head of Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB) Family Capital and Impact, and Vice President of EDB New Ventures, will share a brief overview of EDB, the venturing and Family Office scene in Singapore.
Main deck
Yuan Chun Ling
Vice President, Head of Family Capital & Impact Vice President, New Ventures Singapore Economic Development Board
15:00 – 15.15 SGT
Venture Studios and their
role in Asia-led innovation.
Navin Danapal
GP at Venturerock Asia
Explore the secret sauce behind the success of Venture Studios. Learn how their strategic framework empowers startups to grow faster and how it can benefit the Southeast Asia’s startup landscape.
Main deck
Navin Danapal
GP at Venturerock Asia
15:15 – 15:35 SGT
Why Deeptech needs
Venture Studios?
Håvard Lillebo
Serial Entrepreneur & DeepTech Founder, Partner at Venturerock
Is the Venture Studio model fit for advancing DeepTech innovation? A deep-dive into DeepTech Collective – Venturerock’s Singapore-based DeepTech Venture Studio and DeepQuant – cornerstone venture that enables 1000x more computing power than the best supercomputer in the world, without quantum hardware.
Main deck
Håvard Lillebo
Serial Entrepreneur & DeepTech Founder, Partner at Venturerock
15:35 – 16:00 SGT
Beyond the playbook -Venture Building in action.
Xander van der Heijden
CEO & Founder of UNL, GP & Founder of Venturerock
Learn about the venture building journey of UNL – Venturerock’s first venture build and understand the role of a proven venture building methodology in speeding up time to market and lowering the risks.
Main deck
Xander van der Heijden
CEO & Founder of UNL, GP & Founder of Venturerock
16:00 – 16:30 SGT
Asia Impact Tech
and Venture Studios.
Shaun Conway
Founder, CEO & Inventor of IXO, Partner at Venturerock
Building for Global and Verifiable Impact. Dive deeper into ZERO 2034 – Venturerock’s Impact Venture Studio, based in Singapore and get to know IXO – the infrastructure for building ZERO-mission, early-stage impact ventures.
Main deck
Shaun Conway
Founder, CEO & Inventor of IXO, Partner at Venturerock
Catalysts in accelerating regional innovation.
16:30 – 16:45 SGT
Coffee Break.
A short break for attendees to recharge, network with fellow attendees and rest.
Main deck
16:45 – 17:20 SGT
Panel | Empowering Women in Tech: Unleashing Potential
Alexandra Szomora
Moderator | Venture Partner & Angel Investor, Mentor & Advisor
Leanne Robers
Founder She Loves Tech
Christina Teo
Chief Builder She1K
After a short introduction of She Loves Tech, take part in a dynamic panel discussion around the challenges women face and how female founders excel at scaling businesses.
Main deck
Leanne Robers
Co-Founder She Loves Tech
Alexandra Szomora
Moderator
Christina Teo
Chief Builder She1K
16:45 – 18:00 SGT
Round-table | Investing in Venture Studios
A dynamic discussion on the opportunities and challenges of investing in Venture Studios followed by a 1-on-1 meeting and networking session.
Longroom
*Limited spots available
Moderator
Borko Kovacevic
Co-Founder Poddster
Participants
Marc Wesselink
GP & Founder Venturerock
Rena Chai
Executive Director Family Business Network (FBN) Asia
Luuk Eliens
Co-founder & Managing Partner Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance
17:20 – 17:40 SGT
WE.VESTR: Equity Management. Simplified.
Floris van Hoogenhuyze
Co-Founder WE.VESTR
WEVESTR, the equity and portfolio management platform for founders and investors.
Main deck
Floris van Hoogenhuyze
Co-Founder WE.VESTR
17:40– 18:00 SGT
Democratization of content creation with Poddster.
Borko Kovacevic
Co-Founder Poddster
Learn how podcasts revolutionize the way we collaborate, generate new ideas and staying relevant in an ever-evolving business landscape.
Main deck
Borko Kovacevic
Co-Founder Poddster
Venture Studios. Shaping the future of Asia tech.
18:05 – 18:10 SGT
Closing words.
An overview of the event’s highlights and the exciting opportunities that lie in bridging the Amsterdam and Asia startup ecosystems.
Main deck
18:10– 20:00 SGT
Curated Dinner | Solidifying Collaborations
Curated BBQ & bites will be available to all while you connect with ecosystem leaders such as Family Offices, Institutional Investors, Angel Investors, Fund of Funds, key industry players (Corporate CEOs, political figures, Royal Family, Embassy) and strategic partners.
Main deck
20:00– 22:00 SGT
Informal Drinks | Networking in Motion
Enjoy a laid-back atmosphere with live music and a chance to meet key players of the Singapore startup ecosystem.
Main deck
Speakers.
Navin Danapal
GP at Venturerock Asia
Leanne Robers
Founder She Loves Tech
Yuan Chun Ling
Vp and Head of EDB Family Capital and Impact, VP of EDB New Ventures
Christina Teo
Chief Builder She1K
Alexandra Szomora
Venture Partner & Angel Investor, Mentor & Advisor
Marc Wesselink
GP & Founder Venturerock
Rena Cahi
Executive Director Family Business Network (FBN) Asia
Luuk Eliens
Co-founder & Managing Partner Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance
Håvard Lillebo
Serial Entrepreneur & DeepTech Founder, Partner at Venturerock
Xander van der Heijden
CEO & Founder of UNL, GP & Founder of Venturerock
Shaun Conway
Founder, CEO & Inventor of IXO, Partner at Venturerock
Borko Kovacevic
Co-Founder Poddster, Tech Innovator & Business Leader
Yuan Chun Ling
Vp and Head of EDB Family Capital and Impact, VP of EDB New Ventures
Christina Teo
Chief Builder She1K
Alexandra Szomora
Venture Partner & Angel Investor, Mentor & Advisor
Marc Wesselink
GP & Founder Venturerock
Luuk Eliens
Executive Director Family Business Network (FBN) Asia
Luuk Eliens
Co-founder & Managing Partner Singapore Deep-Tech Alliance
Håvard Lillebo
Serial Entrepreneur & DeepTech Founder, Partner at Venturerock
Xander van der Heijden
CEO & Founder of UNL, GP & Founder of Venturerock
Shaun Conway
Founder, CEO & Inventor of IXO, Partner at Venturerock
Borko Kovacevic
Co-Founder Poddster, Tech Innovator & Business Leader
Partners.
FAQs.
Venture Studios are a novel model for entrepreneurship and innovation. They are all about speed, scalability and de-risking the early-stages of building and investing in a company.
What makes them the hottest asset class in the investment landscape is their involvment from day-1 in every aspect of the stareup journey by offering:
1. Repeatable methodologies & playbooks
2. Experienced on-demand talent & team
3. Capital from day 1.
Venture Building in Asia is still in its early phase.
The industry has tried to cultivate Silicon Valley-like blitzkrieg scale models but needs more entrepreneurial experience and know-how.
Venture building is the ideal approach to close the gap between US/Europe and Asia and power the next wave of innovation in the region.
By connecting the Dutch and Asian startup markets we can help startups in Asia tap into European know-how, facilitate cross-border collaboration and access advanced technology.
The Clipper Stad Amsterdam is a mid-19th century vessel used by Dutch sailors to travel the seas.
The Clipper Stad Amsterdam can be booked privately for luxury cruises and corporate events but visitors can also stay on board as guests for luxury cruises or an adventure sailing trip.
In partnership with Venturerock we are using the Clipper Stad Amsterdam as the venue for our event.
So get ready to experience the magic of the ship’s rich heritage in a unique day that bridges seas and continents under new ideas and the passion for innovation.
