Startup Funding

This is not a typical networking event. We’re bringing together a small, curated group of founders, CTOs, and builders working on real products — to talk about what they’re building, what’s starting to break, and what they’re figuring out. No presentations. No sales pitches. No noise. Just meaningful conversations with people who are actually building. A curated gathering of founders, CTOs, and builders working across AI, SaaS, and technology. No pitches. No panels. Just real conversations.

**NTU Alumni Club / VIbe@6** **2 Handy Rd, #06-10 The Cathay, Singapore 229233** Meeting Investment: S$70 (Refreshments included) **To register, use the form in the URL** https://fly.bniorigins.sg/visit • What we'll do The Purpose Let's network and connect businesses using a well-structured and efficient format. We meet to network and also learn new skills. It's not just about exchanging contact information, but we also share experiences and other business contacts to help each other grow. **A Guide for New Visitors** • BE ON TIME Our meeting starts at 8.00am sharp and ends at 9.30am. Please come at 7:45am for the networking session. • FARM & COLLABORATE We gather together not to hunt business deals from one another but rather to explore means and opportunities to build our businesses through referrals and collaborations together. We appreciate that you don't push your business to our members and other visitors. • PREPARE A 15-SECOND INTRODUCTION Don't worry, despite sitting through numerous meetings, some of us are still as nervous as you. Just share a little about yourself, what you do, and how you can collaborate with the people present. 15 seconds go by really quickly anyway. • STAY FOR OPEN NETWORKING Don't be in a hurry to rush off after 9.30am. Many of our members and visitors stay for open networking well after the meeting, so do stay on and mingle with us for another 30 minutes to an hour. • MOST IMPORTANTLY, COME WITH AN OPEN MIND What makes BNI unique and efficient is the system and structure in place for business owners like us. Come with an open mind and understand why we are willing to sign up for the chapter and meet every week at 7.45am.

Are the stresses of your busy workday leaving you feeling drained and overwhelmed? Take a step towards rejuvenation and inner peace with our Lunchtime Twin Hearts Meditation and Pranic Healing Therapy session, open to all including public, from 12.30pm to 1.30pm. **Experience Mindful Tranquility Through Twin Hearts Meditation...** In today's fast-paced world, finding moments of tranquility can seem like a luxury. But what if you could harness the transformative power of Twin Hearts Meditation to cultivate a sense of calmness and clarity right in the midst of your day? Our Lunchtime Meditation session offers you precisely that opportunity! Through our guided meditation, you'll learn to quiet the mind, and tap into a wellspring of peace that exists within you; in addition to being a channel of service in blessing mother earth! **Elevate Your Energy with Pranic Healing...** Besides Twin Hearts Meditation, our session offers you the option to experience the healing art of Pranic Healing done by our volunteers, designed to revitalise your body's energy system and promote holistic wellness. Our modern Pranic Healing system, developed by Grand Master Choa Kok Sui, utilises life force energy, or "prana," to cleanse, balance, and harmonise the body's energy centers, also known as chakras. By clearing energetic blockages and replenishing vital energy, a session will leave you feeling refreshed, revitalised, and ready to take on the rest of your day with renewed vigour! You can choose to do just Twin Hearts Meditation, or a Pranic Healing Therapy Session, or enjoy Both at the same time in one session! **Join Us** Make a commitment to your well-being and join us for our lunchtime Twin Hearts Meditation and Pranic Healing Therapy session on Tuesdays. Take this opportunity to nourish your mind, body, and soul in the heart of your workday! Spaces are limited, so reserve your spot early! **Date:** Every Tuesday **Time:** 12.30pm-1.30pm **Venue:** Downtown Gallery #02-09/10 Open to All, including public, who are 16 years of age & above. *Complimentary!* **[Register for a seat](https://form.jotform.com/232852470905458)**

**Discover the Healing Power of Pranic Healing & Twin Hearts Meditation!** Join us for a complimentary introductory talk, meditation, and healing event on every Tuesdays, 7.30pm\~9.30pm. Pranic Healing is a powerful energy healing modality that can help you achieve better physical, emotional, mental and spiritual health. It is a non-invasive, non-touch healing technique that uses prana, or life force energy, to cleanse, energise, and balance the energy body. During the introductory talk, you will learn more about Pranic Healing, how it works, and the many benefits it can offer. You will also have the opportunity to experience Pranic Healing for yourself with a complimentary session from our Pranic Healing volunteers. In addition to the introductory talk and healing session, you will also get to experience Meditation on Twin Hearts. This meditation is a simple yet powerful practice that can help you achieve inner peace, harmony, and love. It is also a great way to connect with your higher self and with the divine. This event is open to all ages 16 and above, but registration is required. To secure your seat, please sign-up at the link below. We hope to see you there! **Date:** Every Tuesdays **Time:** 7.30pm-9.30pm **Venue:** Downtown Gallery #02-09/10 Open to All, including public, who are 16 years of age & above. *Complimentary!* [Register your seat](https://form.jotform.com/210080203650438)

Craving a midweek reset? Slide into Board Games & Chill - our weekly Tuesday night hangout, the vibes are relaxed, and the conversation’s always fun. ​We’ve added **11** new board games — come by, play a few rounds, and help with new ideas! ​ Come solo or bring a friend. It’s low-pressure, good food, and great company — perfect if you’re new in town, working nearby, or just need a breather from the grind. **Venue:** Open Sourced **Website:** [www.opensourced.so](http://www.opensourced.so) **Date:** Tuesday **Time:** 6.30pm-9pm **Location:** 10A Perak Road, Singapore 208131

Join us for a fun and exciting session! RSVP if u are coming. Whatsapp 93366835 for any enquiry or if u are coming. Don't pop up unannounced. Game will only start with 4 px minimum. Located at the Pickleball Ang Mo Kio courts, our group welcomes players aged 25 and above who are passionate about both pickleball and discussing the latest happenings in Singapore, business, investing and anything under the sun. Come prepared to enjoy some friendly and serious competition on the courts, and forge meaningful friendship with fellow Pickle-chus! Reserve your slots now. All u need to bring is yourself, pickle paddle, hydration for yourself, a towel to dry yourself, comfortable shoes and attire and you're good to go. For first time members, a one time only $4 admin fee is payable for provided equipment (net) and expensive silent balls. That's all. Subsequently it will be $1 a month just to cover cost of setup etc.

**PLEASE RSVP USING THIS LINK: [https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026](https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026)** ​​ Singapore is rapidly becoming one of the most important cyber security hubs in Asia. But building a cyber startup here comes with its own unique challenges - from navigating enterprise buyers and government ecosystems to raising capital and scaling globally. ​​Join us for an intimate afternoon conversation bringing together **cyber founders, investors, and ecosystem leaders** to discuss what it really takes to build and scale cyber companies from Singapore. ​​This event is part of the **CyberBoost initiative by CyberSG TIG Centre**, aimed at supporting the next generation of cybersecurity startups in the region. ​​Expect a candid discussion on: * ​​What makes Singapore a unique launchpad for cyber startups * ​​How founders can navigate early customers and government buyers * ​​What investors are looking for in cyber companies today * ​​Lessons learned from building and backing cybersecurity startups * ​​The future of the cyber ecosystem in Singapore and the region ​​The conversation will be followed by **open networking with founders, investors, and cybersecurity professionals**. **PLEASE RSVP USING THIS LINK: [https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026](https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026)** ## ​**​Hosts** ​​[Sin En Soh](https://www.linkedin.com/in/sinensoh/?utm_source=luma) Programme & Venture Lead CyberSG TIG Centre ​​[Willis Lim](https://www.linkedin.com/in/willis-lim-5b523b1ab/?utm_source=luma) Executive Director CyberSG TIG Centre ​​[Guy Katsovich](https://www.linkedin.com/in/guykatsovich?utm_source=luma) Founding Partner Fusion *** ## ​**​Speakers** ​​[Kelvin Koh](https://www.linkedin.com/in/nivlekoh/?utm_source=luma) Founder, [Identi.ly](https://identi.ly/?utm_source=luma) ​​[Pramodh Rai](https://www.linkedin.com/in/pramodh-rai/?utm_source=luma) Co-Founder, Cyber Sierra ​​[Ying Jie Tan](https://www.linkedin.com/in/yjtan16/?utm_source=luma) Investor & Advisor ex PeakXV \| ex Sequoia \| ex Vertex ## ​**​Who Should Attend?** * ​​Cybersecurity founders and builders * ​​Investors interested in cyber and deep tech * ​​Security professionals exploring startups * ​​Members of Singapore’s cybersecurity ecosystem *** ## ​**​About CyberBoost** ​​CyberBoost is a founder-focused initiative by the **CyberSG Talent Innovation & Growth (TIG) Centre**, designed to support and accelerate cybersecurity startups in Singapore. **PLEASE RSVP USING THIS LINK: [https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026](https://luma.com/Building-Cyber-Startups-Singapore-2026)**

* **[RSVP here](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1985291651773/?aff=oddtdtcreator) \- Attendance is strictly by confirmed registration due to limited seating capacity\. Guests who have not completed registration and received confirmation via Eventbrite will not be admitted\. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at a future session\.** Art is often seen as decoration or a luxury reserved for elites. But could it also be an alternative investment? In this session, **Ms. Christine Lok**, a young collector and art advisor, shares her perspective on the evolving art market and why people buy art today — from personal passion and cultural branding to social status and long-term value preservation. Together with **Mr. Chung Ting Fai**, they will explore how collectors approach art beyond aesthetics, and how a new generation of buyers is reshaping the market. Attendees will gain practical insights into viewing art not just as beautiful objects, but also as meaningful assets. **Date & Time:** 9 Apr 2026 Thur 6.30-8.30pm * **[RSVP here](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1985291651773/?aff=oddtdtcreator) Attendance is strictly by confirmed registration due to limited seating capacity. Guests who have not completed registration and received confirmation via Eventbrite will not be admitted. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at a future session.** **Agenda:** 18:30 - 19:00 Registration and Greetings 19:00 – 19:10 Club welcoming and introduction 19:10 - 20:00 Art as an Asset Class: Understanding Value Beyond Finance & Art Funds, Fractional Ownership, and Tokenisation of Art 20:00 - 20:30 Q&A, Mingling & Wrap Up **Speaker:** **Christine Lok, Art Advisor and Young Collector** **Topic: Art as an Asset Class: Understanding Value Beyond Finance** **Speaker:** **Chung Ting Fai, Founder of Chung Ting Fai & Co** **Topics: Art Funds, Fractional Ownership, and Tokenisation of Art** * **[RSVP here](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1985291651773/?aff=oddtdtcreator) Attendance is strictly by confirmed registration due to limited seating capacity. Guests who have not completed registration and received confirmation via Eventbrite will not be admitted. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at a future session.** **Christine Lok, Art Advisor and Young Collector** Christine Lok is a young collector and art advisor who specialized in Western oil painting and watercolour at LASALLE McNally School of Fine Arts, Singapore, with a focus on Modern and Contemporary Western Art History. She is certified in art market economics, contemporary art theory, and art law (Christie’s Education), as well as Tangible Things (HarvardX). Christine regularly travels globally to attend major art fairs, such as Art Basel and Frieze, gaining first-hand insight into the evolving international art market. Christine works closely with collectors, family offices, galleries, and art experts across Europe, the United States, and Asia, collaborating on the acquisition and sourcing of blue-chip works, such as Yayoi Kusama and Yoshitomo Nara, as well as primary market sales locally. She is a private member of Frame & Flame, an international collectors’ group founded by @theartmarketguy and Artscapy. Her personal collection focuses on digital art, including video art, AI-generated works, and photography. **Mr Chung Ting Fai, Founder of Chung Ting Fai & Co** A veteran lawyer with more than three decades’of experience my practice straddles both contentious and non-contentious work. For non-contentious work, his focus is on wealth management and private clients’matters be it in Singapore or China where Mr.Chung is well regarded by the legal profession in China. Mr.Chung received many referrals from well established laws firms in China including Yingke, Jingshi and Han Sheng just to name a few. Mr.Chung advise wealthy families and family office from China, Japan, ASEAN and Africa on business structuring, investment immigration, trusts, legacy and estate planning. **Location:** Warehouse On River Promenade 5 Jiak Kim street, Singapore 169425 **\*Light refreshments will be served during the session. Guests are encouraged to continue the evening over dinner or cocktails from our club menu, including a specially curated set dinner with exclusive privileges available.** * **[RSVP here](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/1985291651773/?aff=oddtdtcreator) Attendance is strictly by confirmed registration due to limited seating capacity. Guests who have not completed registration and received confirmation via Eventbrite will not be admitted. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at a future session.** Note: As we aim to encourage a professional atmosphere at the event, Multi Level Marketing activities and any form of harassment are strictly prohibited.After the RSVP, you will receive the address & contact so please keep an eye on the confirmation page, confirmation email & reminder email. Who is the Host? [Eric Tse](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric426/) See you! * **Attendance is strictly by confirmed registration due to limited seating capacity. Guests who have not completed registration and received confirmation via Eventbrite will not be admitted. We appreciate your understanding and look forward to welcoming you at a future session.**

​How Founders & Operators Use AI brings the eChai conversation to Singapore. Builders who are actively working with AI tools across coding, product, marketing, sales and internal operations, all in one place. ​There is no stage, no slides, no panel. Just people who are building things and using AI to do it better. Founders share the stack they rely on, what they have dropped and what has genuinely improved speed or output. Operators walk through the workflows they use day to day, how they structure prompts, where automation fits in and what still requires human judgment. ​The conversation happens naturally. Over coffee, over drinks, in small groups that form and reform through the evening. Someone mentions a tool they switched to last week. Someone else explains how they restructured their entire content workflow around AI. That is the format. ​Singapore brings together founders, operators and investors from across Asia and the world, and this session creates a focused space to meet the people who are shaping how startups work with AI. You will meet early stage founders building their first AI-powered pro ​duct, teams using AI to scale across global markets and operators who have integrated AI deeply into how they run their companies. ​People from fintech, SaaS, AI-native, deep tech, climate and creative tech often join in, making the exchange rich in perspectives and real use cases. ​ If you are experimenting with AI, already using it in your daily work, or curious about how Singapore's startup community is adopting AI, you are welcome to join a warm and global group of founders who enjoy learning from fellow builders one conversation at a time. ​Entry is free. You only pay for what you order. ​**eChai Ventures - Your Startup's Global Neighborhood.** Startups grow faster when founders are plugged into the right conversations. That's what eChai makes happen, connecting founders across cities, stages, and markets. Visit: [eChai.Ventures](https://echai.ventures/?utm_source=luma)

**\*Subject: Join Me at the Next BNI Chapter Meeting!\*** Hi, I hope this message finds you well. I would like to extend a special invitation to you to join me at our upcoming BNI Chapter meeting. It's an event I'm excited about, and I believe you'll find it both valuable and enjoyable. BNI (Business Network International) has been a game-changer for my business, helping me connect with like-minded professionals, expand my network, and generate quality referrals. I believe that you, too, could benefit from being a part of our dynamic BNI Chapter. At the meeting, you'll have the opportunity to: * Network with fellow professionals from various industries. * Share information about your business and what types of referrals you are seeking. * Learn more about the power of referral marketing and how it can boost your business. * Discover the success stories of other BNI members. This meeting is a great chance for you to see firsthand BNI's incredible potential and how it can help you grow your business. I will be there to introduce you to fellow members and guide you through the process. Date: 9 May 2024 Time:7.30 am to 10.00 am Fee: $58 Venue: Chui Huay Lim Club 190 Keng Lee Road #04-01 Singapore 308409 Dress Code: Business Attire If you can make it, please RSVP by 8 May at 4.00 pm so we can ensure your spot at the meeting. [https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/9-may-24-bni-synergy-weekly-networking-meeting-tickets-885471006617?aff=oddtdtcreator) I genuinely believe that your presence at this meeting can significantly impact your business and professional network. If you have any questions or need further information, please don't hesitate to let me know. I'm looking forward to seeing you at the BNI Chapter meeting and introducing you to this fantastic group of business professionals. Together, we can take our businesses to new heights. Best regards, P/S: For more information about BNI, click here: [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JTLWbaIKJuw&t=5s) To find out more about BNI Synergy, click here [www.bnisynergy.sg](http://www.bnisynergy.sg) If you have any questions, please feel free to WhatsApp me at 98394575 or Email soononn@kashacademy.com

**About the Event** Costs are rising. Talent is fragmented. The old way of building teams is breaking. We’re bringing together founders, investors, and operators to talk about how global companies are actually being built today. **\*\*RSVP [HERE](https://luma.com/591xiiuu)\*\*** **Event Topic** A smarter way to build global companies using Southeast Asia as your talent and growth engine. **Agenda (2 hours)** **-Welcome (5 mins)** ​-**Panel Talk (45 mins)** How to build high performance global teams without burning cash • [e-America](https://e-america.org/): entering and scaling in the US market • [Mamba Partners:](https://www.mambapartners.com/) what investors look for in scalable teams • [TalentHero](https://talenthero.co/): what works (and fails) in offshore teams ​Topics: • What’s broken in hiring today • Where companies waste money scaling teams • What to offshore vs what not to • Why some global teams work and others fail • How investors really think about offshore teams • Southeast Asia: cost advantage or strategic edge -​**Q&A (10 mins)** -​**Networking (60 mins)** Drinks. Light bites. No structure. Just high quality people and conversations. **\*\*RSVP [HERE](https://luma.com/591xiiuu)\*\***

A curated roundtable for founders and CTOs navigating real challenges in scaling tech products. Scaling a tech product isn’t just about growth — it’s about managing complexity. This is a small, curated roundtable bringing together founders and CTOs who are actively building and scaling systems. No panels. No presentations. Just honest conversations about what’s working, what’s breaking, and what’s becoming difficult.

​​​**Founders Running Club** (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome. ​​​🗓️ Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022 🌍 Now in 50+ cities 📅 Running + Networking events + Community ​​​**Join the community** [http://foundersrc.com/chats](http://foundersrc.com/chats) Singapore Instagram http://instagram.com/frc_singapore ​​​**Global FRC**: Instagram [http://instagram.com/foundersrc/](http://instagram.com/foundersrc/) LinkedIn [http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/](http://linkedin.com/company/foundersrc/) Strava [http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC](http://strava.com/clubs/foundersRC) Website [http://foundersrc.com/](http://foundersrc.com/)

Calling all founders, CEOs, lawyers, doctors, and entrepreneurs to join our special *Founder Edition* of Sip & Read meetup event. Let's sip on fine wine and discuss our first book **The 5AM Club- Own Your Morning Elevate Your Life, by Robin Sharma**. We will pair this book with our favorite wine at **Wine on High** and engage in thought-provoking discussions on startup businesses and entrepreneurship, and network with like-minded individuals in a cozy book club setting. Come prepared to discuss this month's book. At the end of each book club meeting, we will take next book and venue suggestions from the participants for the next meeting. Whether you are a book lover, women entrepreneur, or a content creator, this event is perfect for sharing ideas and insights with other funders and founders in the entrepreneurial world. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow together. Sign up now to reserve your spot! *Fun fact! This meetup was established in 2015 and had over 1,000 members. I had to shut down operations while attending law school, but we're back!!*

NFT's are here to stay folks! This is a group for like minded people interested in understanding, leveraging, using, creating for, profiting from, trading too i suppose, NFT's.. everything around them, complexity, fear and exploits, best practices and more. **PLUS** This group will talk AI ART tools, techniques, artists, video, audio, prototypes and more in the AI assisted production space- ART specifically, but we can get into any aspect of some of the cooler things happening in AI in general.

Dodgeball is back again! If you’ve been wanting to come out, this is an easy one to join. We’ll be playing for about 1.5 to 2 hours, you do not need to bring any equipment, and no experience is needed. We use a specific set of rules and equipment to make the games run better and keep them fun for everybody, not just people who already know how to play. If it rains, the event will be canceled.

If you are interested in selecting investment choices for your 401(k) or other workplace savings plan, minimizing your income tax liability, or identifying the most effective investments for your brokerage account, we are the group for you. We are a local chapter of Bogleheads**®**, whose investment strategy can be found here: https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy Or you can peruse the Boglehead forum here: https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php I look forward to seeing you there. Mark Vonder Haar

We will meet next to the restrooms at the [Big Meadows Picnic Area](https://www.metroparks.net/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/HBK_Web_1980.png). They're all the way at the back of the park, and they can be found at coordinates [40°09'06.6"N 83°02'30.2"W](https://www.google.com/maps/place/40%C2%B009'06.6%22N+83%C2%B002'30.2%22W/@40.151828,-83.0423587,214m/data=!3m2!1e3!4b1!4m10!1m5!3m4!2zNDDCsDA5JzA4LjAiTiA4M8KwMDEnNDUuMSJX!8m2!3d40.1522222!4d-83.0291944!3m3!8m2!3d40.151827!4d-83.041715?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI0MTIwNC4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw%3D%3D) (near the playground and the zip line). We'll hike about 5 miles at [Highbanks Metro Park](https://www.metroparks.net/parks-and-trails/highbanks/) on the Dripping Rock and Overlook Trails. Afterward, we'll head over to [Olentangy River Brewing](https://www.olentangybrew.com/) for drinks, coffee, or food (their Sunday [food truck](https://www.olentangybrew.com/eventsandfood) is Venezuelan and always gets good reviews). The actual address of the brewery is [303 Green Meadows Dr S, 43035](https://www.google.com/maps/place/303+Green+Meadows+Dr+S,+Lewis+Center,+OH+43035/@40.1551938,-83.0144045,17.25z/data=!4m6!3m5!1s0x8838f395cef06c97:0xe407de61b3e30069!8m2!3d40.1551765!4d-83.0124352!16s%2Fg%2F11c26jc7j9?entry=ttu). If you can't make the hike, we should be there by noon. **How to find our starting point in Big Meadows:** If you are new to Highbanks, the Big Meadows picnic area is 1.5 miles into the park just after you turn into the park off of U.S. Route 23. That is, after you enter the park, drive a mile and a half into the park. You will come to a crosswalk with a yield sign in the middle of it (this is not to be confused with the first such crosswalk you come to just in front of the Nature Center, which you arrive at maybe a quarter of a mile into the park). Just after this second crosswalk, make a left. Then make another almost immediate left into the parking lot on your left. There you will see the jungle gym and the kiddie zip line to your left. I will be just in front of the restrooms just a bit further down from the jungle gym and picnic shelter; the restroom building will also be on your left.

**Welcome to the Women’s Columbus Bogleheads® Sub-Group** This sub-group is for **women who want to learn and discuss finances in a safe, supportive space**. For those interested in moving towards financial independence and retirement by learning investment basics, choosing your 401(k) investments, minimizing taxes, and more. We’re a local chapter of **Bogleheads®**, following a long-term, practical investment philosophy: [Investment Philosophy](https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy): https://www.bogleheads.org/wiki/Bogleheads%C2%AE_investment_philosophy [Bogleheads Forum](https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php): https://www.bogleheads.org/index.php No question is too small, and no experience is too simple. Share, ask, and learn — at your own pace, without judgment, in a group of like-minded women. Let’s build confidence and knowledge **together**!