Day 1 of Echelon X has finally wrapped up and as we gear for an exciting Day 2, we wanted to spoil you with a glimpse into some of the highlights from today’s sessions and exhibitions. Without further ado, we give you key highlights from Echelon X Day 1 in photos.
Welcome Remarks by Mr Tan Kiat How, Senior Minister of State of the Ministry of Communications and Information of Singapore
“The future is here, and it’s exciting. We want to partner with all of you to grow the ecosystem in Singapore and support the broader growth of the digital economy in the region and beyond.”
Senior Minister of State Tan Kiat How joined Echelon X and presented the initiatives and partnerships that Singapore has done to support the tech ecosystem. Mr Tan also took time to go around the conference hall, visiting the AI Zone and the e27 pavilion.
4 keynotes, 13 panel discussions, and 7 fireside chats across 3 stages
Four keynote sessions were held at the Future Stage where our speakers shared insight on various aspects of AI and how it affects the future of life and work.
We kicked off with Dr Ayesha Khanna, Co-Founder and CEO of Addo AI, as she walked us through the ways businesses in Southeast Asia are leveraging generative AI technologies to drive digital transformation.
Thirteen panel discussions happened across 3 stages where our panellists dove into various topics like healttech, sustainable hustling, and SEA VC landscape.
One of the most well-attended is Sustainable Hustling and Resilience for Startup Entrepreneurs: Tactics Founders Have Implemented to Reduce Burn Out and Play the Long Game When Building their Startups where panellists Joan Low, Founder and CEO of Thoughtfull; Jx Lye, Founder and CEO of Acme Technology; Even Heng, Founder and CEO of Zenith Learning Group; and Henry Motte de la Motte, Founder and CEO of EDGE Tutor; with moderator Terence Chia, Co-Founder of Folklory talked about how companies can balance growth and impact.
TOP100 startups left it all on the Pitch Stage
The Pitch Stage saw 32 startups showcasing their tech on Day One — from the most promising startups of Vietnam brought to you by JDI, Plug and Play’s program startups and their disruptive solutions, and the life-saving startups of SAFE STEPS D-Tech Community.
Exhibitors showcased their products and solutions
Echelon X featured a series of roundtables, EC Connect sessions, and Speakzone presentations
Hundreds flocked to join the roundtable sessions and workshops that happened throughout Echelon X. With topics ranging from data-driven growth to understanding the needs and challenges of product leaders, attendees engaged in lively discussions for collective insights and growth.
Meanwhile, EC Connect saw 64 connections made between TOP100 startups and investors. The meetings were facilitated by the e27 team as part of the 2024 TOP100 Growth Program.
For Day 2, Remote, a global HR solutions and employment tool for distributed teams (and bringer of good coffee at Echelon X), will be showcasing! Head there at 1:30 PM!
Mohan Belani, CEO and Co-Founder of e27, unveiled the first edition of Echelon Philippines happening this year in partnership with Brainsparks
“I’m happy to announce that we’re launching our first ever Echelon Philippines later this year in September.”
During his welcome remarks, Mohan Belani, CEO and Co-Founder of e27, announced the launch of Echelon Philippines, highlighting the country as a prime market for startups and emphasising it’s significant market potential and abundant funding opportunities.
Join us for Day 2 of Echelon X
Join us today, 16 May, for Day 2 of Echelon X to witness history unfold as we gather more of the top industry leaders from across Southeast Asia to hash out some of today’s most exciting trends and insights.
See you at the Singapore EXPO, Hall 2, for more exciting learning, networking, and collaboration opportunities.
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