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TEP CONFERENCE • INTERNATIONAL WEEK

Access Asia in a matter of days , not months

World Innovation Tour series

A question every growing startup can no longer ignore is whether or not to expand into foreign markets ; if so , how , and when ?
In today ’ s digital economy , addressing global market challenges and opportunities early and quickly has become a necessity in order to succeed in an increasingly competitive landscape .
To help companies better understand foreign markets before considering entry , we teamed up with our local and international partners in order to develop hands-on business development tours introducing a select group of highpotential , later stage startups , industry experts , investors and corporates to the world ’ s innovative startup and business ecosystems — starting in Asia in November and December 2016 .
With FinTech , IoT , New Manufacturing , and Smart Cities being some of the key emerging industries , our first tours will take us to Singapore , Seoul , Taipei , Hong Kong and Shenzhen .
FinTech in Singapore and Seoul November 14-18
Join the delegation of high-potential FinTech startups on November 14-18 in Singapore and Seoul including participation in the Singapore FinTech Festival .
IoT , Manufacturing , and Smart Cities in Taipei , Hong Kong , and Shenzhen
November 28 - December 3
Join the delegation of high-potential IoT , New Manufacturing , and Smart City startups in Taipei , Hong Kong and Shenzhen including the InnoDesignTech Expo in Hong Kong .
Uniquely tailored program
During these week-long trips , participants benefit from a hybrid program structure allowing everyone to get a head start when it comes to setting up their business for the Asian market .
The general program introduces participants to a number of innovative startup and business ecosystems in Asia . Tailored introductions and meetings supplement the program and help participants to connect with investors , suppliers , distributors , customers , talent , and government , among others based on their specific needs to establish their network on the ground .
The World Innovation Tour Asia in Context : Information for partners
The World Innovation Tour series was initiated by New York International , and its overarching idea goes hand in hand with our mission : To enable businesses , initiatives , and ideas to expand further and faster .
1 . The WIT Series is about helping high-potential companies expand into the foreign markets .
2 . The WIT Series helps each participating city / country within the region attract investment , talent , and innovation from a pool of targeted and pre-selected companies as part of a worldwide and ongoing initiative .
3 . The program is developed in partnership with local governments and trade promotion organizations , local experts and corporate partners to :
• Educate about and showcase the local startup and business ecosystems
• Provide vital touch points for partnerships and collaboration
• Facilitate market entry and growth within and beyond the local market
• Foster exchange and drive progress for society as a whole
Our World Innovation Tour series is a long-term initiative that thrives on the support of our partners .
Keep in touch to learn more about our upcoming programs ( Asia 2016 , Europe 2017 , Asia 2017 ) and opportunities to get involved with World Innovation Tours .
We have a few spots remaining for our upcoming Asia tours . If you are a startup considering these markets and want to find out more , contact Danny O ’ Brien ( Danny . OBrien @ NYIntl . net ) or apply online today at WITAsia . net .
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