Elevator Pitch Competition for Global Startups ($5M investment prize) 2024
EPiC is a unique, worldwide competition for global startups to expand their footprints into Asia, leveraging extensive network and tailored support from Hong Kong’s largest innovation ecosystem.
Gain exposure across their extensive network of investors and corporate partners and accelerate your business in the world’s fastest growing region. One day in Hong Kong. 60 seconds in an elevator. That’s all you need to disrupt Asia.
About Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP)
The Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) is a public corporation set up by the Hong Kong Government in 2001 to foster innovation and technology development in Hong Kong. HKSTP manages facilities and provides value-added services for the technology, research and development sector in Hong Kong.These facilities include Hong Kong Science Park (for technology companies), InnoCentre (for design enterprises), and three industrial estates at Tai Po, Yuen Long and Tseung Kwan O (for a range of skill-intensiv.
HKSTP Elevator Pitch Competition
- Category Contest
- Organisation Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP)
- Country to study–
- School to study–
- Course to study Not specified
- Application Deadline December 31, 2023
Aim and Benefits of HKSTP Elevator Pitch Competition
- $5M investment and $240K cash prizes. All applicants will be qualified for up to $5 million investment by HKSTP Venture Fund.
- Get noticed by 1,000+ investors and 350+ corporate partners.
- Market access to GBA/CHINA.
- Insights from Market Discovery Program.
- New market entry support from HKSTP’s value-added services.
Requirements for HKSTP Elevator Pitch Competition Qualification
- Your company will have been established for less than 10 years as of April 30, 2024.
- Your company is built on innovations in FinTech, PropTech, or MobilityTech.
Interview date, Process and Venue for HKSTP Elevator Pitch Competition
Evaluation Criteria
The judges evaluate the applications based on several key criteria to identify the most promising startups. Here’s what they assess:
- Uniqueness – They look for a high level of innovation and value any competitive edge your product or service shows. What sets you apart from others in the market?
- Market Size – They analyze the growth potential of your product or service in terms of market demand and scalability. Is there a significant market opportunity for your solution?
- Strategy – They examine your planned actions and strategies to achieve your business goals. How well-defined and feasible is your roadmap for success?
Application Deadline
December 31, 2023
How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP) on epic.hkstp.org to apply
There are two tracks for application: Local Track (for companies registered in Hong Kong) and International Track (for companies not registered in Hong Kong).
Note to Local Track applicants:
There are two tracks for application: Local Track (for companies registered in Hong Kong) and International Track (for companies not registered in Hong Kong).
Note to Local Track applicants:
- The application takes about 15 mins
- Have these documents handy:
- Artwork files of your company logo
- Introductory materials about your company and impact you made
- You must complete the application in one session.
For more details,visit HKSTP website
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