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APPLICATIONS ARE NOW CLOSED

Thank you for your interest in the Startups Singapore Exchange Program! The application period has ended, but stay tuned to our Facebook or sign up for our newsletter to be notified when new opportunities are available!

FIVE startups will be chosen to fly to Singapore to attend the exclusive, invitation-only Global Startups Exchange Program. This 4-week intensive Exchange Program hosted by Infocomm Investments Singapore is designed for Taiwanese startups aiming to tap into the vibrant Southeast Asia market.

PROGRAM DETAILS

Dates: Feb. 22 to Mar. 20, 2016

Benefits: Selected teams will receive a one-month immersion hosted by Infocomm Investments. The 4-week schedule will include introductions to the local startup scene, weekly 1:1 mentor sessions, a local entrepreneur buddy, weekly social events, and complimentary working space and services at the cool BASH co-working space in BLK 79 Singapore.  

Language note: The exchange program will primarily take place in English. 

Applicants must meet the following requirements:

  • Must be a Taiwan-based tech startup, with R&D primarily taking place in Taiwan
  • Product must have international potential, with a plan to expand into Southeast Asia 
  • Team must have at minimum a working prototype (hardware) or open beta (software) & existing traction
  • Founder or Co-Founder must be able to introduce the product in English
  • Team must already be registered as a business in Taiwan
  • Funding stage must be pre-A or Series A (updated from previous requirement of maximum USD $2 million)

HOW TO APPLY 

Please submit the following information via the link below by Wednesday, Jan. 20 at 2 pm:

  • Link to completed Business Model Canvas
  • Company Name
  • Product Name
  • Name/title/email of all attendees
  • Official website and (optional) pitch deck
  • One paragraph describing your go-to-market strategy for the Southeast Asian market
  • Description of existing traction
  • Optional: If you have a more detailed Southeast Asia plan, please provide a link to this document.

Five startups will be chosen by Infocomm Investments & TSS together.

The selected teams will be notified by Monday, Jan. 25 at 8 pm, and the list of teams will be shared on the Taiwan Startup Stadium Facebook page.

Additional requirements & notices:

  • Team must attend the full program according to the agenda arranged by Infocomm Investments.
  • Teams will be responsible for booking and costs of air tickets & accommodation.  
  • Teams must provide a feedback report within one week of returning to Taiwan. 
  • Selected teams will have a chance to meet with the Infocomm Investments team on Jan. 28 in Taipei.