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Echelon has long established its reputation as an ecosystem enabler, connecting startup founders, corporates, entrepreneurs, investors, and other relevant stakeholders with each other to foster innovation, growth, and impact.

With its 10th edition dubbed as Echelon X happening on 15 and 16 May at Singapore EXPO, the project promises to offer so much more than connections — this year, the program will feature 91 sessions made up of 8 keynotes, 8 startup showcases, 21 fireside chats, 8 side room events, 18 panel discussions, 13 Speakzone sessions, and 15 roundtable discussions, offering a plethora of learning opportunities for all attendees.

With all these exciting events happening side by side, the possibilities for learning, networking, and collaboration are endless.

Check out these learning opportunities at Echelon X

One of the key highlights of the two-day event is a panel discussion on the topic, “Does Sustainability, Economic, and Social Impact Still Matter Today?” featuring Tim van Vilet, VP for Venture Scale at ENGIE Factory Asia-Pacific, Greg Blackwood, Investment Committee Member of NUS Enterprise / RaiSE, Diana Kam, CEO for Singapore Markets & APAC Region at Venturebeam, and Gavin Chua, Head of Stakeholder Engagement in APAC for Meta. The panel discussion will be moderated by Rachel Wong, Founder of Founders Doc.

The panel promises to shed light on the evolving landscape of sustainability, economic, and social impact in today’s globalised world. Tim van Vilet, drawing from his extensive experience in venture scaling, is expected to provide insights into how sustainability can be integrated into business models without compromising profitability. Greg Blackwood, with his background in investment, will likely explore the growing trend of impact investing and its implications for both investors and social enterprises.

Diana Kam’s perspective as a CEO in the tech sector will offer valuable insights into how technology can be leveraged to address environmental and social challenges, while Gavin Chua’s role in stakeholder engagement at Meta will bring in the perspective of a tech giant and its responsibility towards sustainability and societal impact.

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Another exciting session attendees should check out is a discussion entitled, “Responsible AI in Southeast Asia: How Do We Go About It?” The panel will feature key industry leaders including Niki Luhur, Group Chief Executive Officer for Vida Digital Identity, Jayotika Mohan, APAC Head of Startups & SMB at Google Cloud, Yasunori Kinebuchi, Director for NTT, and Sausheong, Chang Deputy Chief Executive for Product and Engineering at GovTech Singapore. The panel will be moderated by Scott Bales, Keynote Speaker & Thought Leader for ODE Management.

This discussion will focus on the critical topic of responsible AI implementation in Southeast Asia. With a diverse panel covering a range of verticals in the AI adoption space, including cloud management, government, and digital identity, the discussion will delve into the critical topic of responsible AI implementation in Southeast Asia. Attendees can expect insights into the ethical considerations, regulatory challenges, and best practices for deploying AI technologies in a socially responsible manner. Moderated by Scott Bales, an expert in innovation and digital transformation, the session promises to offer practical strategies and case studies, providing valuable guidance for businesses and governments navigating the complexities of AI adoption in the region.

Get to know exciting companies and organisations

With Echelon X’s commitment to fostering innovation, growth, and impact, we are joined by some of Southeast Asia’s most driven companies and organisations who share our mission. As we embark on this journey together, we are proud to collaborate with partners who are dedicated to driving positive change in the region. Among our esteemed partners are: Prudence Foundation as a Disaster Technology Partner, Remote as a Preferred HR Partner, and Google Cloud as a Cloud Sponsor.

Echelon X is also going to be joined by Nippon Telegraph and Telephone, Air Asia, and BigPay as our Gold Sponsors, AppsFlyer, DevRev, the Singapore Global Network (SGN), CleverTap, and Josys as our Silver Sponsors, among many more. To find out who else is partnering with us to usher in this era of innovation, you may visit our official Sponsors and Partners page.

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Joining them are other key leaders, visionary entrepreneurs, and groundbreaking startups from all corners of the region who will be gathering together for two packed days. Echelon X will feature dedicated content stages, exhibitions, panel discussions, and more — all to support and empower the tech startup ecosystem with actionable insights through a series of knowledge-sharing activities.

Whether you’re eager to expand your knowledge, network with key players from the tech startup scene, or showcase your innovative ideas, Echelon X offers an unparalleled experience. Join us as a participant or an official partner by securing your spot now on our official page. Together, let’s embark on a journey to shape the future and create a lasting impact.

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