NTT Innovation Alliance​

#Techtalksalon2025​

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Meet NTT Startup Challenge​

The Fast Track to Startup Expansion in Asia & Beyond​

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23 June 2025 | 3-6pm​

 The Executive Centre | Level 2, No. 28 Stanley Street, Central​

Meet NTT Startup Challenge

#Techtalksalon2025

 
By NTT Innovation Alliance
 
23 June 2025 | 3 - 6pm | The Executive Centre, 28 Stanley Street, Central

Join to Get Inspired

#Techtalksalon2025 is a series of inspiring talks organized by NTT Innovation Alliance Program designed for tech startups looking to scale and succeed in competitive global markets. At each salon, we will invite interesting guest speakers from across the industries to share their insights.

In June 2025 salon, we have invited NTT Startup Challenge to join us to provide an info session on the high-profile 2025 program, as well as seasoned startup entrepreneurs to share their experience and tips for international expansion.

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#Techtalksalon2025

23 June 2025 (Monday)

3:00pm - 6:00pm

The Executive Centre

The Executive Centre | Level 2, No. 28 Stanley Street, Central

Language

English

About NTT Startup Challenge

Startup Challenge

NTT launched its first startup collaboration program the "NTT Startup Challenge" in 2024, aiming to accelerate new business creation through open innovation and strategic investment. Building on the growing maturity of the regional startup ecosystem and the strong engagement from NTT Group, the 2025 edition will be held on a larger scale with an expanded scope, and open officially for Hong Kong startups.

In 2024, the program attracted approximately 700 applications from startups across Southeast Asia, resulting in multiple collaborations and one CVC investment. This year, NTT Group will again host the "NTT Startup Challenge Pitch Day" featuring a Pitch Contest and Matching Event in Jakarta on November 11, 2025.

The top 10 finalist startups will present at the Pitch Contest where winning companies will receive rewards and access to various NTT Group assets (e.g., Investment from CVC, ICT infrastructure, Internal use of Startup solutions).

Impact of NTT Startup Challenge

7,000

Participants

4,000

Startups

5

Countries

300

Partners

Event Agenda

Keynote Speeches

Innovate together -Explore the Power of the Innovation Alliance Program to Co-Create

phil-mcmanus
Phil McManus
Director of Business Innovation
NTT Com Asia

Expand Together - Join Challenge to Fast Track International Expansion with Global Support

Guest speakers Kazuhiro Mori_r2
Kazuhiro MORI
Senior Manager of Global Business Department
NTT Holdings

Pitch Together - Craft Winning Pitch with Executive Presence on Stage

Sean-Lin_r3
Sean Lin, DTM
Club Mentor, Tech Talk Toastmasters
Past District 89 Director, Toastmasters International
National Champion of Public Speaking

Fireside Chat

Navigating the Challenges of Expanding Overseas During Entrepreneurial Ventures 

      • What are the common challenges startups face during expansion overseas?
      • Especially in Japan or other booming Southeast Asian markets, how the difference in cultural norms and business practices pose a hurdle to expansion?
      • Real case sharing from entrepreneurs on how to overcome these challenges?
      • What are the resources or networks out there can help startups to navigate and fast track their expansion in a foreign market?
Moderator Stephen Tsang_r2
Stephen Tsang
Chief Revenue Officer
NTT Com Asia
Guest speakers Kazuhiro Mori_r3
Kazuhiro MORI
Senior Manager of Global Business Department
NTT Holdings
Guest speakers Jayne Chan_r2
Jayne Chan
Head of Startups 
InvestHK
Guest speakers Dr. John Chan_r2
Dr. John Chan
Founder and CEO
Mapxus
(Cyberport Community)
Guest speakers Keif Se-To_r2
Keif Se-To
General Manager
Pantheon Lab
(HKSTP Community)
SAKE and SOCIAL

SAKE & SOCIAL

Networking with Japanese Hospitality

 

NTT Innovation Alliance Program

Organized by NTT, it is a thought-provoking program in Hong Kong bringing together government and business leaders, university academics and technology experts to drive the creation of new technology and business values for Hong Kong society, especially on the areas of edge computing, IoT, AI and mobile technology innovations.

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EVENT REGISTRATION

We look forward to connecting and collaborating with you.

You are warmly invited to join #Techtalksalon2025 - Meet NTT Startup Challenge. Sign up right now to learn more about the NTT Startup Challenge and the NTT Innovation Alliance Program. 

*Seats are limited, and all registration are subject to review.