This is the recording of the virtual panel discussion on Wednesday, April 8. Maria Li, our chief operating officer, discussed the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on startups, venture capitals and business leaders with Amit Saberwal, founder and CEO of RedDoorz, and Dimitra Taslim, an investor at GGV Capital.
Dear readers,
2020 has certainly posed a new set of challenges for startups as businesses across most industries have taken an economic hit. Tech in Asia data shows that dealmaking in February this year is down 26% compared to the same month last year.
As the world continues to battle Covid-19, founders in Southeast Asia are locked in their own struggle for survival as they race to pivot their businesses.
To help startups stay ahead of the curve and adapt to new realities, we’re inviting you to join our first virtual panel discussion on Wednesday, April 8. Maria Li, our chief operating officer, will discuss the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic on startups, venture capitals and business leaders with Amit Saberwal, founder and CEO of RedDoorz, and Dimitra Taslim, an investor at GGV Capital.
You’ll gain insights into:
- The outlook for the Asian startup ecosystem in 2020
- The impact on VC funding and what startups should be aware of when they pitch
- How startups can transform obstacles into a driving force
- What measures business leaders can take when managing finance, communication and employee morale during this difficult time
- How to cope with stress
Speakers
- Maria Li, COO of Tech in Asia (moderator)
- Dimitra Taslim, investor at GGV Capital
- Amit Saberwal, founder of RedDoorz
Virtual Event Details
Topic: How can startups survive 2020?
Date: Wednesday, April 8, 2020
Time: 4.00 pm to 5.00 pm SGT/GMT+8
Audience: Open to all, no fees
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