GIA Bangkok Acceleration Programme

For Singapore-based tech startups looking to expand into Thailand through Bangkok.

Connects Singapore companies with in-market partners and opportunities to test and commercialise their solutions.

About this programme

Organised by RISE, the GIA Bangkok Acceleration Programme offers Singapore tech startups the opportunity to submit solutions to problem statements generated by RISE’s network of corporates, to help them form new business collaborations. The programme also offers guaranteed private pitching sessions to corporates, industry mentorships, and a trip to Bangkok with demo day and exhibition booth at a corporate event.

Key features

Pitch polishing
Successful applicants will get to learn from mentors how to improve their pitch delivery and structure their pitches to address the problem statements of the corporates taking part in the programme.
Private pitching to corporates
Participants can pitch their ideas to corporates and look forward to business matching and networking opportunities.
Practical training
RISE's experts will share practical tips on Thailand's business landscape, culture, regulations, scaling in the market, and more.
Networking
Participants will have the opportunity to connect with ecosystem players in Thailand through a demo day in Bangkok.
Industry mentorships
Participants will be given two private mentorship sessions with industry mentors.
Bangkok trip with demo day and exhibition booth
An in-market trip will be organised for all participants, which would include showcasing the startup at events, such as the Corporate Innovation Summit, through exhibitions and pitches during a Demo Day.

Eligibility

Business entity registered and operating in Singapore
Company has at least 30% local equity held directly or indirectly by Singaporean(s) and/or Singapore PR(s), determined by the ultimate individual ownership
Has a minimum viable product with existing customers and/or partners
Seed stage and beyond in terms of funding raised
Has the potential to address market needs in Thailand

How to apply

Applications for the GIA Bangkok Acceleration Programme (AI and Sustainability) are now open. Interested applicants should apply here by 14 February 2025, 2359h SGT.

For further information on the participating Thai corporates and the challenge statements, visit this page or email RISE for any enquiries.

Still thinking of what programme to participate in?

Submit your interest and EnterpriseSG will reach out to you when an opportunity arises for the relevant Global Innovation Alliance (GIA) programmes.

Register interest

GIA Bangkok Acceleration Programme