INVESTUS SUMMIT 2023: "Investment Backed by Knowledge"

Socratus Startup Studio, with investment support from Gund Investment Holding, successfully hosted the INVESTUS SUMMIT 2023 from February 28 to March 2, under the theme of “Investment Backed by Knowledge.” The event comprised three main sections: INVESTUS SEMINAR, INVESTUS CONFERENCE, and INVESTUS WORKSHOP.

INVESTUS SEMINAR

The knowledge-sharing seminar targeted scholars, university leaders, and representatives from governmental policy-making bodies. Business advisor to Singapore’s Temasek Holdings and former CEO of Stewardship Asia Centre, Mr. Ong Boon Hwee, delivered a keynote presentation on "Singapore, an Unnatural Success - How Innovation, Sound Policies, and Gumption Help Singapore Survive and Excel." This presentation explored Singapore’s development model, examining critical factors contributing to its success, and was followed by a collaborative discussion.

INVESTUS CONFERENCE

More than 200 guests, including entrepreneurs, investors, and representatives from organizations involved in the startup ecosystem, participated in the conference. In addition to the main presentations, Socratus Startup Studio and over 20 startup projects supported by Gund Investment showcased their products and services through exhibitions, pitch sessions, and demonstrations, highlighting collaborative opportunities. Several investors expressed interest in partnering with Socratus to fund startups, and initial discussions for joint investments were initiated.

INVESTUS WORKSHOP

The workshops, led by Mr. Ong Boon Hwee alongside TUS Solution LLC, focused on fostering stewardship and leadership within family-owned businesses and among emerging leaders. Topics included "Stewardship Matters - Building Successful and Enduring Businesses," aimed at family business leaders, and “ReDiscovering Leadership: A System-Engineered Approach for Supporting Leadership,” designed for senior executives and high-potential leaders poised to advance in their careers. These workshops encouraged participants to reflect on and redefine the purpose and impact of their leadership journeys.

This event underscored Socratus Startup Studio’s commitment to advancing knowledge-based investment practices and fostering meaningful collaborations within the entrepreneurial ecosystem.

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