southeast Asia 2024

February 21 - march 1

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SG TECH LAH!

JAKARTA, INDONESIA

FEBRUARY 21 -24

SINGAPORE

FEBRUARY 24 -27

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

FEBRUARY 27 - MARCH 1

Greetings Southeast ASIA 2024 Geeks!

42Geeks is proud to announce our next Geeks Tour; this time to
Jakarta, Singapore, and Kuala Lumpur
from February 21st - March 1st, 2024.

This is an exclusive and invite-only trip for tech or tech-adjacent entrepreneurs, investors, LPs, ecosystem builders, and executives.

Aspiring Geeks can apply for nomination or be nominated by an alumni geek.

PRESS

Meet the Hosts and Headliners

Shinta Dhanuwardoyo

CEO and Founder of Bubu.com
Jakarta Co-Host
Eddy Chan

Founding Partner, Intudo
Jakarta Co-Host
Adrian Li

Founder, Managing Partner, AC Ventures
Jakarta Co-Host
Kian-Ming Ong

Director - Philosophy Politics & Economics (PPE) Program, Taylor's University
Ex Deputy MinisterMinistry of International Trade and Industry Malaysia
Patrick Yip

Founding Partner, Intudo
Jakarta Co-Host
Huey Lin

Venture Partner at GGV Capital
SG Tech Lah! Speaker
Chen Chow Yeoh

Co-Founder, Fave Group
Kuala Lumpur Co-Host
Shahril Hamdan

Founder and Managing Director
Watchtower Advisory
Ghazanfar Iqba

Head of Business Development Startups (Pakistan, Malaysia, Singapore)
Amazon Web Services (AWS)
Alizakri Alias

Chairman of Malaysia Venture Capital Management Berhad (MAVCAP)
Joel Neoh

Former CEO of Fave, Co-Founder of Says.com
Andy Huang

General Partner at Wavemarker Partners, Ex Stripe and Facebook
Eric Cheng

CEO & Co-Founder at CARSOME
Patrick Grove

Co-Founder, Group CEO of Catcha Group
SG Tech Lah! Speaker
Lauren Razavi

Executive Director, Plumia
Kuala Lumpur Co-Host
Johnny Chang

VP of Technology, Tucker Carlson Network
Singapore Co-Host

who is this trip for?

Investors and operators interested to learn about the tech ecosystems we visit.
VCs looking to meet and build connections with LPs in the region.
Founders looking to build connections and expand their network for mentorship, potential fundraising and M&A.
Founders looking to expand to the region or find potential partner or clients in the region.
Successful founders looking to pay it forward by mentoring other founders on the trip or in the cities we visit.
Executives looking to expand their network and connect with prominent technologists in the industry.
Geeks who wants to have a life-changing experience with like-minded peers while visiting some of the most interesting and exotic places in the world.

This is an invite-only trip

Andreas Penna and Richard Werbe 42Geeks East Asia Tour Seoul

Why Attend a 42geeks Trip?

Learn

Learn from the top VCs and LPs in the region, unicorn founders, and senior government officials.
Access

Meet with some of the most highly sought after tech leaders and government officials in the region and around the world.
Network

Expand your global network by socializing with local investors, founders, and important ecosystem builders.
Connections

Spend quality time and build deep connections with fellow geeks who are some of the most successful investors and serial entrepreneurs in the industry.
Discover

Immerse yourself in the local food and culture while exploring new exotic locations with emerging tech scenes, and have a lot of fun doing it!
Geek Tok

Attend private Geek Tok sessions, where we explore interesting topics among the geeks who are working on world-changing projects.

TOUR ITINERARY

SUBJECT TO CHANGE

JAKARTA, INDONESIA

WEDNESDAY 2/21
Geeks Arrive in Jakarta! Join us for a welcome dinner to savor local flavors and meet the fellow Geeks.

THURSDAY 2/22
Discover Jakarta's Tech Ecosystem at an event hosted by BUBU. Engage with the Minister of Tourism and Creative Economy, gain insights from a diverse panel representing the private sector, government-owned bank, and startup incubator. Visit local organizations, listen to CEOs share their experiences, and broaden your perspective.

FRIDAY 2/23

Experience Jakarta’s tech scene starting with a visit to Pintu, the leading Blockchain technology company in Indonesia. Following lunch, engage with Intudo, the only venture capital firm that exclusively invests in Indonesia. Boasting the largest early-stage investment team in the country, Intudo manages ~US$300 million in committed capital across various funds, serving as the "Indonesia-beachhead" strategy for top-tier institutions and funds, including Founders Fund founded by Peter Thiel. Their support extends to 10+ Forbes Midas List investors and family offices globally, as well as 35+ hyperlocal Indonesian conglomerates/families.

In the evening, connect with AC Ventures, an early-stage technology venture fund with a focus on Indonesia's digital disruptors. Engage in a fireside chat with their founders, and continue the conversation over a delightful dinner.

SATURDAY 2/24
Depart Jakarta and fly to Singapore! Upon arrival, check into the hotel and explore Singapore's vibrant cuisine and nightlife.

SINGAPORE

SUNDAY 2/25
Explore Singaporean culture! Begin the day with a Biodiversity and Ecosystems tour of Gardens by the Bay. After lunch, take some time to explore Gardens by the Bay and Marina Bay Sands. Later, participate in a traditional coffee workshop at a coffee factory established in 1973.

MONDAY 2/26
Discover Singapore’s Tech Ecosystem at the SG Tech Lah! Conference, a collaboration between 42Geeks and the Singapore Economic Development Board (EDB). Join investors, founders, and executives from Silicon Valley, East Asia, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia. Notable speakers include Patrick Grove, Huey Lin, Andrea Barrica, Christine Giam, Tiang Lim Foo, Dr. Olivia Lesslar, and more!

TUESDAY 2/27
Depart Singapore and fly to Kuala Lumpur! Spend the evening exploring the iconic Petronas Twin Towers and enjoying local Malaysian street food and cocktail bars with guides Chen Chow Yeoh, Chok Ooi, and Lauren Razavi.

KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

WEDNESDAY 2/28
Join Endeavor, a prominent global community for High-Impact Entrepreneurs, at the exclusive Tech Nexus event in partnership with 42Geeks and AWS. This gathering unites visionary founders and leaders from around the world to exchange ideas, explore opportunities, and catalyze positive change in the dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem.

Later in the evening, venture outside the city for a tour of FarmFresh. Embrace the Year of the Dragon celebration with FarmFresh and the Endeavor Network, featuring delectable food, vibrant music, and festive fun!

THURSDAY 2/29
Explore Malaysia's tech ecosystem with a visit to Carsome, the country's first unicorn. Conclude the Southeast Asia tour with a farewell dinner, providing an opportunity for Geeks to share experiences and express gratitude to local sponsors.

FRIDAY 3/1
Begin the day with breakfast, pack up, check out of the hotel, and either head home or proceed to your next destination.