Bangkok--Feb 10--Francom Asia
As a prelude to ASIA MOOT CORP 2005, the Venture Capital Forum will feature successful regional venture capitalists and business leaders in a look at funding opportunities for new ventures. If you plan to launch a new business, don’t miss this opportunity to participate in this afternoon of sharing and exchange in true entrepreneurial spirit.
In the run-up to the forthcoming ASIA MOOT CORP 2005 (AMC) business plan competition, the organizers of AMC, Thammasat University are hosting the ‘Asia MOOT CORP Venture Capital Forum 2005’ on February 15. Entrepreneurs, corporate executives and all those with an interest in entrepreneurship are invited to spend an informative afternoon with some of Asia’s key business leaders and venture capitalists to explore innovative approaches to accessing capital for launching new businesses.
With particular emphasis placed on the strategies and criteria for selecting potential investments by regional venture capital firms, the forum will present a clear picture to potential entrepreneurs on the preparation and processes required in order to successfully solicit seed funding. Following the keynote speech by a prominent guest speaker, a networking session and discussion among several distinguished panelists will further enlighten all in attendance as to the challenges and opportunities related to start-up funding in the region.
Moderated by Mr. Brian Cahill, Director of the Brooker Group PLC and former CEO of McCann Worldgroup (Thailand), this event will be a fantastic opportunity to share your experiences and exchange opinions with a respected panel of guest speakers* including:
David T. Mitchell, CEO and Chairman of the Board of Fabrinet Co, Ltd., and former CEO of Seagate Technology LLC
K. O. Chia, Treasurer of Hong Kong Venture Capital Association and former Managing Director of Walden International, Hong Kong
Virapan Pulges, Managing Director of H&Q (Thailand) Ltd
Jumrud Sawangsamud, CEO of International Research Corporation PLC.
* Guest speakers are subject to change without notice
Mr. Bill Randall, Director Asia MOOT CORP 2005 declared, “The Venture Capital Forum 2005 will be the biggest venture capital networking event of the year in the lead up to the ASIA MOOT CORP 2005 competition in March. It will afford budding entrepreneurs with valuable awareness and understanding of venture capital opportunities in Asia. This event features an incredible line-up of knowledgeable speakers and panelists. I strongly encourage everyone with an interest in launching or investing in a high potential business to join us.”
MOOT CORP — The ‘World Cup’ of Business Plan Competitions
Asia MOOT CORP 2005, the premier intercollegiate business plan competition in the region, is coming to Bangkok for the first time during March 15 - 17. Thammasat University will play host to 20 teams from top business schools in Asia representing China, Japan, Hong Kong, India, Korea, Singapore, The Philippines, Taiwan, Hawaii and Thailand during this 3-day competition. From Thailand, there will be teams competing from Thammasat University, Sasin Graduate Institute of Chulalongkorn University and the College of Management, Mahidol University. Teams will compete for nearly 1,300,000 Baht in cash prizes and the title of Asia MOOT CORP Champion.
The mission of Asia MOOT CORP is to foster the entrepreneurial spirit and the ability of future managers in Asia who are receiving business education from the region's leading business schools.
Asia MOOT CORP VENTURE CAPITAL FORUM 2005
Where: Plaza Ath?n?e Bangkok
When: February 15th, 2005
Time: 13:00 — 16:00 pm
Price: 3,500 Baht
Please reserve your space now by calling 02 625 3015.
For more information please visit the website www.asiamootcorp.org
or contact:
Nuttaporn Tangwongsan / James Ward
Asia Moot Corp 2005
Press Information ServiceC/o Francom Asia Limited
Tel: 02 233 4329-30
Fax: 02 236 8030
E-mail: [email protected]
Nurawadee Vinijchevit Corporate Relationship Manager
AMC - Thammasat University
Office 44, 36th Floor, CRC Tower All Seasons
Place, 87/2 Wireless Road Phatumwan,
Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Tel : +66 (0)2 625 3072
Fax: +66 (0)2 625 3137
E-mail : [email protected] End.