NEXEA - Startup Fund Malaysia & Southeast Asia

04/06/2026

🚀 TechFrontier Incubator continues equipping innovators and startups with the knowledge needed to strengthen their ventures and prepare for growth.

Our recent workshop series covered:

🔹 Strengthen Market Positioning & Branding — building strong brand identity, positioning strategies, and communicating value effectively
🔹 Commercial Contracts & Negotiation for Research Spin-Offs — understanding IP, partnerships, negotiations, and commercial agreements for startups and spin-offs
🔹 Investor Readiness & Commercial Due Diligence — preparing startups for fundraising, investor expectations, and business evaluation processes

From branding and negotiation to investment readiness, participants gained practical insights to help navigate the journey from innovation to commercial success.

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

Malek Ali, Founder of BFM 89.9, is coming to Entrepreneurs Camp to share his entrepreneurial journey and experiences across media, aviation, finance, and business leadership. 🎙️🔥

As the founder behind Malaysia’s first independent business radio station, Malek has played a major role in shaping conversations around entrepreneurship, leadership, and innovation.

Join us to gain valuable insights from a founder who has built impactful platforms and led across multiple industries. 🚀

Join Entrepreneurs Camp now and connect with entrepreneurs, leaders, and changemakers driving the future of business.

Register now: https://entrepreneurscamp.org/

25/05/2026

Andrew Yap, Co-Founder of BookXcess & Big Bad Wolf Books, is coming to Entrepreneurs Camp to share his entrepreneurial journey — from turning surplus books into a global reading movement to building iconic bookstores loved by millions. 📚🔥

Discover how he built bold brands, scaled unconventional ideas, and created a mission that goes beyond business.

If you want real insights on entrepreneurship, branding, and building something impactful, don’t miss this session with one of Malaysia’s most inspiring founders. 🚀

Join Entrepreneurs Camp now and learn directly from founders who are shaping industries and creating lasting impact.

Register now: https://entrepreneurscamp.org/

21/05/2026

📢 Final Call to Join the JSSTE Digital Trade Matchmaking Conference!

Join the JSSTE Digital Trade Matchmaking Conference and connect with 14 innovative SMEs from Jiangsu across fast-growing industries including technology, logistics, manufacturing, media, and biotech.

May 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hall 1, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

Participating sectors include:

💻 Digital Technology & Software
🎬 Culture & Entertainment
🏭 Manufacturing & Electronics
🚚 Logistics Technology
🧬 Biotech & Healthcare

This is your chance to:
✔ Build cross-border partnerships
✔ Explore innovation and digital trade opportunities
✔ Meet potential collaborators and business partners from China

We sincerely invite you to join us in forging a new chapter of mutual benefit and win-win cooperation.

🔗 Secure your spot here:
https://f.wps.cn/ksform/w/write/NUzYBmpO

14/05/2026

🚀 TechFrontier Incubator continues empowering innovators and startups through hands-on workshops focused on transforming ideas into impactful ventures.

Our recent workshop series covered:

🔹 Business Model Canvas (BMC) & Value Proposition — understanding customer needs, market fit, and building sustainable business models
🔹 Prototype & MVP Creation Strategy — turning ideas into testable solutions through rapid validation and lean product development
🔹 Tech & Market Validation Through Industry Engagement — gathering industry insights and validating solutions against real market needs
🔹 Storytelling & Effective Pitching Techniques — crafting compelling startup narratives and communicating ideas with confidence

From validating ideas to refining pitches, participants gained practical knowledge to help move their innovations closer to commercialisation and real-world impact.

14/05/2026

𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘀 𝗴𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗽𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗲.

Retail-X 2026 gives retail founders direct access to super mentors with real experience in scaling brands, expanding internationally, leading public-listed companies, and building industry-defining businesses.

Get mentored by:

🔹 Dr Ingky — 3 successful exits, with sales reaching 50+ countries
🔹 Joshua Teoh — Michelin Bib Gourmand recipient for 3+ consecutive years; shortlisted Top 20 in Asia
🔹 Choong Wei Min — Retail property developer, Founding investor of Rhombus Connexion and Flyproject
🔹 Dato’ Fazlur — Former CFO of TNB, former CEO of Prokhas & Advisor at NEXEA Ventures
🔹 Kent Chua — Malaysia Book of Records holder for the most home-grown brands
🔹 Dato’ William Ng — Singapore IPO leader and long-time SME champion

Whether you want to improve operations, grow sales, strengthen your brand, or expand into new markets — this is your chance to learn from leaders who have done it successfully.

📅 Applications close: 22 May 2026
Apply now: https://www.sidec.com.my/retail-x/

13/05/2026

Focusing on the frontiers of digital trade
Witnessing the achievements of industry development
Sharing innovative practices and case studies

We sincerely invite you to join us in forging a new chapter of mutual benefit and win-win cooperation.

May 29, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Hall 1, Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre

11/05/2026

Join us at the 𝗧𝗲𝗰𝗵𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗲𝗿 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝘂𝗯𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿 𝗗𝗲𝗺𝗼 𝗗𝗮𝘆 as 15 selected research teams take the spotlight to pitch their groundbreaking ideas and showcase solutions shaping the future of technology and innovation.

📅 19 May 2026
⏰ 9AM – 1PM
📍 Grand Margherita Hotel, Kuching, Sarawak

Connect with founders, innovators, investors, and ecosystem leaders driving the next wave of deep tech and digital transformation in Sarawak.

11/05/2026

𝗚𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗻𝗲𝘄𝘀! 𝗥𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹-𝗫 applications are now extended for a limited time.

A special extension window is now open for SMEs ready to scale the future of retail, commerce, and consumer brands through innovation, technology, and digital growth.

The Selangor Retail Tech Xccelerator Programme (Retail-X) is a 12-week accelerator designed to help SMEs strengthen their market presence, accelerate growth, and unlock new opportunities across retail, e-commerce, health & beauty, F&B, lifestyle, and consumer sectors.

Selected SMEs will gain access to:
⚡ Industry mentors & ecosystem leaders
⚡ Investor & strategic partnership opportunities
⚡ Market expansion exposure and business growth insights
⚡ Strong pathways to scale across retail and digital commerce ecosystems

Shortlisting is already underway, and cohort seats are filling fast with promising SMEs and brands from across the ecosystem.

This is your opportunity to be part of the next Retail-X cohort and grow alongside industry leaders, mentors, strategic partners, and innovators shaping the future of retail.

📌 Apply early to strengthen your opportunity for selection

🔗 https://www.sidec.com.my/retail-x/