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James Tan is Managing Partner at Quest Ventures, a top venture capital fund in Asia. Prior to this, James was co-founder and COO of 55tuan, a NASDAQ listed e-commerce group that grew to more than 200 cities and 5,000 employees across China. James is a board member or angel investor in top tier startups in Asia such as 99.co, Carousell, Carro, Ethis, Glife, and Shopback. James serves on several non-profit organisations. He is Chairman of the Action Community for Entrepreneurship - Singapore's national voice for entrepreneurship; and the Social Impact Catalyst - Southeast Asia's largest youth network for social impact. He is a board member on the Applied Innovation Institute - global leaders in industries, government, and academia for business transformation; and Sports Excellence Business - helping athletes excel with life after sport transition. He is a former Chairman of the Business Angel Network of Southeast Asia - Asia's oldest angel investment network.
About Company
Quest Ventures is a top venture capital firm in Asia. Anchored by Singapore's sovereign wealth fund, investors in Quest Ventures include sovereign wealth funds, institutional investors, family offices, and well-known senior executives and entrepreneurs in Asia. Since 2011, Quest Ventures has focused on an overarching ‘digital economy’ strategy across Asia, and is a top venture capital firm in artificial intelligence, e-commerce and marketplaces, entertainment, finance, food, insurance, logistics, media, property, sports, and the Islamic digital economy. Portfolio companies include industry leaders such as 99.co, Carousell, Carro, Glife, Hepmil, Oddle, Shopback, VulcanPost, Xfers, and Yummy Corporation.
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We are bringing together 28 speakers from around the world. They'll provide you with insights and inspiration that will help them in your entrepreneurship journey.
At the masterclasses, participants can expect immersive and interactive sessions led by industry experts and thought leaders. These workshops will offer hands-on learning experiences, in-depth discussions, and practical insights into various topics related to entrepreneurship, tech, and innovation. Participants will have the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge, develop new skills, and engage in meaningful discussions to foster their growth and success in the world of startups and technology.
Networking opportunities at UNICON 2024 are extensive and valuable. The event brings together a diverse group of participants, including entrepreneurs, industry experts, venture capitalists, and students. Attendees can connect, collaborate, learn, build professional relationships, and expand their global network. UNICON 2022 saw over 600 participants from 12 countries, highlighting the event's potential for meaningful connections and growth within the entrepreneurial and tech community.