What we’re about
Welcome to the official Meetup channel for Padang & Co!
Our mission is to enable corporations to address Southeast Asia's challenges today and opportunities of tomorrow through collaborations with startups and communities.
To catalyse ecosystem collaborations, we curate thematic communities that change the way we innovate to drive sustainable growth and impact toward achieving the Sustainable Development Goals by 2030.
This channel is your dedicated hub for discovering high-value initiatives and events that we're part of, bringing you direct growth opportunities:
💰 Funding Programs: Direct links and updates on innovation challenges, accelerator programs, and development support.
🤝 Industry Partnerships: Opportunities for co-development, test-bedding, and securing paid pilots with major corporate players across industries.
🗓️ Key Ecosystem Events: Announcements for workshops, demo days, and networking events focused on technology, innovation, and sustainability.
If you are an innovator, founder, or SME seeking to find industry partners, secure development funding, or contribute to sustainable growth in Southeast Asia (and beyond), you've come to the right place!
Upcoming events
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Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge 7th Edition
Singapore, SGThe 7th Edition of the Sustainability Open Innovation Challenge (SOIC), organised by Enterprise Singapore, is calling for early applications! 📝
SOIC connects innovative startups and SMEs from around the world with more than 25 leading corporates to co-develop, test, and implement sustainable tech solutions. 🚀
This is an excellent opportunity for innovators. If you have a solution in mind, here's your chance to make an early submission! 💡
Early applicants will be eligible for a round of exclusive feedback to help strengthen their proposals ahead of the final deadline on 30 January 2026. 🎯
Successful applicants will gain:
💡 Access to expert mentorship and industry networks
💰 Pilot opportunities and funding support worth over S$3 million
🏆 Discovery Track: A S$100,000 cash prize from Hexagon Group
This year’s SOIC focuses on five key themes: Renewable Energy, Offshore Wind, Greener Industries, Sustainable Agrifood, and Sustainable Materials. 🌱
Explore the challenge statements, application details, and Info Session recordings on our website.1 attendee
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