Looking to enter another market? Pick up tips from TIA BLR 2016’s Entry Stage

Breaking into a foreign market is one of the many challenges an expanding startup will face. If you’re stuck in this situation, fret not!

Tech in Asia Bangalore 2016’s Entry Stage will provide an insight into the quirks and nuances of different global markets to help you navigate the challenges you’ll face during expansion. Covering six countries including those in Asia, America, and more, our speakers will talk about the business of expanding overseas – from finding the right partners, to achieving success in a new environment.

During these panels, tech leaders hailing from all over the world will share their expertise and provide you with the direction you need to help your venture take off in a new market.

Japan

At a time where Japanese investors are pouring money into Indian startups,this session will be particularly helpful especially if you’re setting your sights on the land of the rising sun. Learn what Japanese investors are looking for, how the local government can support your expansion, and opportunities available for you to take advantage of.

Takeshi Ebihara, – Managing Director, Rebright Partners Prior to his current role, Ebihara-san worked at JAFCO, one of the largest venture capital firms in Japan. AD. Remove this ad space by registering for a free basic account. Enjoy an ad-free experience when you're logged in.

Yoshiko Tsuwaki, Deputy Director, Information and Communication Electronics, Japan Ministry of Economy, Trade, and Industry Tsuwaki-san has been working with the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry since 2005. She will bring to the table her experience working with foreign entities expanding into Japan and offer insider advice on how you can leverage support from the government.

Naotaka Nishiyama, Regional Head of Asia, Tohmatsu Venture Support (Deloitte Japan) Nishiyama-san is the youngest department head at Deloitte Tohmatsu Venture Support (TVS)  and also the producer of Morning Pitch, Japan’s most famous startup pitch event. He now supports startups by facilitating alliances between Japanese corporations and startups in India and Southeast Asia.

China

What can the Indian startup ecosystem learn from China? With India’s growth trajectory poised to take after China’s, pick up lessons on scaling, profitability, and culture differences from another enormous market here, especially if you’re a startup focused on digital consumers.

James Tan – Managing Director, Quest Ventures Prior to his current role, James was co-founder of 55tuan, one of China’s largest e-commerce companies.

Kay-Mok Ku – Partner, Gobi VC Prior to Gobi, Kay-Mok was the VP of Business Development for Xinya Media and Media Corp, the national broadcaster of Singapore. AD. Remove this ad space by registering for a free basic account. Enjoy an ad-free experience when you're logged in.

European Union

Europe has one of the leading startup ecosystems in the world, and now our panelists are here to provide insight into expansion strategies specific to this diverse region.Find out more about starting a business in the EU, where some of the hottest startup scenes reside.

Thibaut Fabre – Director for India and South Asia, Business France Thibaut has worked in Pakistan, Algeria, Shanghai and is currently the Director for India and South Asia for Business France. His experience in numerous developing markets allows him to provide deep insight to Indian startups looking to expand into the EU.

Rohan Phillips – VP, Product & Strategy Asia Pacific, Xaxis Rohan has launched Xaxis in 13 markets across Asia Pacific since 2012, with a deep understanding on expansion strategies. His experience in leading data and technology teams across Europe and Asia, Rohan will shed some light on the differences and similarities between operations in the two continents.

Aviva Markowicz – International Expansion, Numa Paris Aviva oversees International Development for NUMA, a Paris-based startup accelerator. She is constantly on the lookout for strategic partnerships across the globe. AD. Remove this ad space by registering for a free basic account. Enjoy an ad-free experience when you're logged in.

Other sessions at the Entry Stage

• Make your way to the United States with Anand Anandkumar, CEO of Bugworks and Jaspreet Singh, CEO of Druva
• Entering India instead? Hear from Sid Talwar, partner of VC firm Lightbox
• If you’ve got your eye on Singapore, get your dose of insights from Lais de Oliveira, Southeast Asia director at Startup Grind

Access all 5 content stages of the conference and more when you get your ticket to India’s first truly international tech conference today! Wait no more – tomorrow is the final day for you to enjoy passes at 10 percent off with the code tiablr10!

Prices for Indian citizens start from US$99 before discount.