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Sebastian Muller

Co-Founder

Currently residing in Singapore, Singapore (+08:00 UTC)

Hey there - I'm an entrepreneur at heart, having founded and grown my own digital innovation studio and co-founded more than 15 ventures along the way. My expertise is mainly concentrated around the topic of Business Model and Product, using Design Thinking to create impactful new businesses.

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Nicole Chin

Growth | eCommerce | edTech

Currently residing in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (+08:00 UTC)

Equipped with a decade of diverse experience in the fields of management consulting, e-commerce, marketplaces and education. "Numbers Don't Lie"-- If you can't prove it, it didn't happen. I currently lead growth & marketing technology at Mindvalley.

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Step 1. Browse mentors

Browse through our list of mentors using the filters. Make sure to read their profiles and reviews in depth, and make your choice.

Step 2. Send session request

Found the perfect mentor for you? Awesome, time to request a call. Tell them a bit about your situation, choose a time, and get it set on your calendar.

Step 3. Get on 1:1 call

Time for the call, yay! Make sure you show up on time and prepared to make the most out of it. Pro tip: Ask your mentor if it’s ok to record the screen so you can take notes later.

Singapore Startup Ecosystem

Singapore is often referred to as the gateway to Asia. In Singapore, you can set up a business in any sector, and trade isn’t limited; add to that a stable currency, and you have the perfect environment for international trade. These factors, combined with massive investment in R&D from the Singapore government, have led the country to become one of Asia’s most prominent startup hubs.

Due to its status as an international business hub, 59% of multinational corporations have offices in Singapore.

The country is a leader in the region for venture capital. The government played a key role in building the diverse startup ecosystem; they’ve co-invested with prominent VCs and created VC funds that support different sectors. There’s a current focus on growing the deep tech sector.

According to a study by the World Bank Group, too much involvement from the government could also be a challenge in the future, as government support props up many companies that should have collapsed. Finding talent is another challenge for Singapore. There are strong educational institutions, but the talent pool isn’t wide enough, and employing foreign workers is a lengthy process.

Startup Singapore estimates there are 4,646 startups in the city, with 1,056 active investors and 218 accelerators. The median seed round funding in Singapore is well above the global average. Some of the most valuable startups include Moglix, Carro, and Nium.

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Be friendly. If you’re likable, the mentors will be your biggest supporters (even after the call is over).

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