AsiaStartupExpo Q3 2025 – Uniting Innovation, Capital, and Opportunity

Yuri Asahina, (Honda Xcelerator Ventures) – Venture Capitalist at Honda’s global program for open innovation and corporate venturing, operating across North America, Europe, Israel, Japan, and Southeast Asia. The program supports innovators at all stages to develop technology and business solutions aimed at a carbon-neutral future of mobility.

Why Attend AsiaStartupExpo Q3 2025?

For Startups (AI, SaaS, Consumer Tech, Sustainability):

• Pitch live to investors and corporate partners across Asia and globally
• Gain visibility, feedback, and investor interest to accelerate growth
• Join curated networking sessions with VCs, partners, and mentors
• Connect with fellow founders and tech leaders in the region

For Investors:

• Discover early- and growth-stage startups with high scaling potential
• Join exclusive pitch sessions focused on transformative sectors
• Network with co-investors and ecosystem enablers
• Get a front-row seat to Asia’s evolving tech landscape

For Corporates & Ecosystem Builders:

• Meet startups offering real-world digital transformation solutions
• Explore partnership and co-innovation opportunities
• Identify talent and innovation pipelines early

Event Highlights & Schedule

🗓️ September 19, 2025 (Friday) | 🕑 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM SGT

• Keynote Fireside Chat – Learn from a leading voice in Asia’s startup ecosystem
• Investor Panel – Hear what top VCs are watching and funding in Q4 and beyond
• Startup Pitch Showcase – Live pitches from 10+ curated startups across tech verticals
• Breakout Networking – 1:1 meetings between founders, investors, and partners

Registration Details

🚀 Startup Applications: Now Open Apply early to secure your pitch slot and maximize exposure. 🧠 Investor & Ecosystem Registration: Open Reserve your spot to meet the region’s boldest new ventures. 📍 Don’t miss this opportunity to pitch, invest, or partner with Asia’s next generation of tech leaders. Speaker and investor lineup to be announced soon—stay tuned. Visit theasiastartupexpo.com to register now.  September 19, 2025 | 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM SGT Organized by beSUCCESS Group in collaboration with AsiaTechDaily and KoreaTechDesk AsiaStartupExpo Q3 2025 is back this September—connecting high-growth startups with global investors, corporates, and innovation leaders through an engaging and immersive virtual experience. With a focus on technology-driven ventures in AI, SaaS, consumer tech, and sustainability, this edition continues to serve as a gateway to Asia’s fast-scaling innovation ecosystem.

Fueling Asia’s Next Wave of Innovation

Following the successful Q2 edition, this quarter’s expo brings a fresh cohort of disruptive startups to the forefront. The event provides a unique opportunity for founders to pitch live, gain visibility, and form high-impact relationships with decision-makers who are actively shaping Asia’s digital future.

​We’re thrilled to announce four incredible judges joining our panel for the upcoming AsiaStartupExpo Q3 2025 :

• Poom Tanthaprabha (SeaX Ventures) – A portfolio manager at a SeaX Ventures, a global VC fund investing in early-stage companies with “exponential” technologies, including Foodtech, Biotech & Life Sciences, AI, Robotics, Blockchain, Quantum Computing, and Sustainability Tech. SeaX leverages strong corporate networks across Southeast Asia to support its portfolio companies’ growth.
• Sunay Kumat – Vice President, Investment Banking, and an angel investor specializing in consumer tech and AI. Sunay brings deep financial insight and a global perspective on innovation.
• Sajju Jain – Angel investor, entrepreneur, and Harvard HBS alumnus with three decades of experience building ventures that create measurable impact across India and emerging markets.
• Siddharth Verma (Grayscale Ventures) – Partner at Grayscale Ventures, Siddharth focuses on pre-seed investing in data infrastructure for AI startups. He is also the Founder of MagicBall, India’s largest open community for AI engineers, and a founding investor at slice, a regulated bank in India. With prior experience at STRIVE, Simplydonor, and Tracxn, Siddharth brings a unique blend of technical expertise and venture capital insight to support high-potential founders in scaling their companies.
• Charlie Streeter (Voluntas Elevate APAC) – Managing Director of Voluntas Elevate APAC, Charlie leads the strategic expansion of Voluntas Group into Southeast Asia from Hong Kong. With over 20 years of global experience in business development, finance, and leadership, he has a proven track record in building commercialization strategies, securing investment, and scaling early-stage ventures. Beyond his leadership role, Charlie actively mentors startups, advising on go-to-market strategies, fundraising, and operational growth.
• Vasudha Madhavan (Ostara Advisors) – Founder and CEO of Ostara Advisors, India’s first boutique investment bank specializing in electric mobility and climate-tech. With over two decades of experience across ICICI Bank, Citibank, and private equity advisory, Vasudha has led landmark EV deals such as Greaves Cotton’s acquisition of Ampere Vehicles. She brings deep expertise in sustainable technologies and transaction advisory to the investor panel.
• Nabeel Shariff (One Degree) – Partner at One Degree, where he leads market insights, founder education, and an angel network spanning MENA, Europe, and Southeast Asia. With over 15 years of experience as a founder, operator, and investor, Nabeel has helped build a $42M+ early-stage portfolio across 20+ companies. He is passionate about backing exceptional founders and scaling global ventures.
• Aviram Janik (Rabbit VC)– A serial entrepreneur and investor with multiple successful exits, Aviram co-founded companies in cybersecurity and SaaS that grew to profitability and global recognition. Having guided startups from inception to M&A and long-term growth, he now focuses on mentoring and funding early-stage founders, helping them scale into globally competitive businesses.
• Yuri Asahina, (Honda Xcelerator Ventures) – Venture Capitalist at Honda’s global program for open innovation and corporate venturing, operating across North America, Europe, Israel, Japan, and Southeast Asia. The program supports innovators at all stages to develop technology and business solutions aimed at a carbon-neutral future of mobility.

Why Attend AsiaStartupExpo Q3 2025?

For Startups (AI, SaaS, Consumer Tech, Sustainability):

• Pitch live to investors and corporate partners across Asia and globally
• Gain visibility, feedback, and investor interest to accelerate growth
• Join curated networking sessions with VCs, partners, and mentors
• Connect with fellow founders and tech leaders in the region

For Investors:

• Discover early- and growth-stage startups with high scaling potential
• Join exclusive pitch sessions focused on transformative sectors
• Network with co-investors and ecosystem enablers
• Get a front-row seat to Asia’s evolving tech landscape

For Corporates & Ecosystem Builders:

• Meet startups offering real-world digital transformation solutions
• Explore partnership and co-innovation opportunities
• Identify talent and innovation pipelines early

Event Highlights & Schedule

🗓️ September 19, 2025 (Friday) | 🕑 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM SGT

• Keynote Fireside Chat – Learn from a leading voice in Asia’s startup ecosystem
• Investor Panel – Hear what top VCs are watching and funding in Q4 and beyond
• Startup Pitch Showcase – Live pitches from 10+ curated startups across tech verticals
• Breakout Networking – 1:1 meetings between founders, investors, and partners

Registration Details

🚀 Startup Applications: Now Open Apply early to secure your pitch slot and maximize exposure. 🧠 Investor & Ecosystem Registration: Open Reserve your spot to meet the region’s boldest new ventures. 📍 Don’t miss this opportunity to pitch, invest, or partner with Asia’s next generation of tech leaders. Speaker and investor lineup to be announced soon—stay tuned. Visit theasiastartupexpo.com to register now.