2022 Asia Business Crossover Virtual Pitch Event

Taiwan Startup Stadium

Are you looking to expand your business to Japan? DLE is looking to partner and invests in innovative startups from the APAC region!

Please apply through the LINK below and not in Eventbrite:👉<a href="https://forms.gle/ZMHG75p6CQmygCgT8" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer"> STARTUP SIGN UP LINK</a><a href="https://www.dle.jp/en/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">DLE (Dream Link Entertainment)</a> and Caravan Japan, both a subsidiary of <a href="https://corp.asahi.co.jp/en/company/group.html" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Asahi Broadcasting Corporation</a>, are looking to partner and invest in startups from the APAC region!From conducting pitch events in different countries, they have already partnered and invested in multiple companies such us: <a href="https://www.charge-spot.tw/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">ChargeSPOT-TAIWAN </a>($2M USD) for mobile batteries, <a href="https://triller.co/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">Triller </a>(Series B Round ), an American music-video production platform, and <a href="https://www.caa.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">CREATIVE LABS</a>, ($5M USD) a startup digital studio.This time they are partnering with Taiwan Startup Stadium’s subsidiary brand AsiaRocks and it’s partners to discover innovative startups from the APAC region.10 startup finalists will be selected and invited to pitch their businesses to DLE executives and investors to uncover potential commercial synergies. The team chosen to join the event will receive business advice and business expansion resources from DLE, investors, and experienced experts.Startups who categorize themselves in the below industry verticals/business models are encouraged to apply:- Platform- D2C (Direct-to-Consumer)- EC (E-Commerce)- IP &amp; Content Creation (Entertainment &amp; Gaming)- Cool Japan (Teams interested in developing business ties with Japan, businesses compatible with the Japanese market, etc.)Event Timeline:✨Application Deadline: April 3, 2022✨Announcement of Finalists: April 11, 2022✨Virtual Pitch Event Date: April 22, 2022 | 14:00-18:00About DLE (Dream Link Entertainment):DLE Inc. is a Tokyo-based animation and entertainment company founded in 2001 by former Sony executive producer Ryuta Shiiki.Not limited to animation, DLE has expanded into multiple business sectors, including movies and television. DLE continues to look towards the future for new and upcoming business opportunities with its challenging and innovative spirit. DLE has now produced over 30 properties and has business and creative partners in Shanghai, UAE, Thailand, Singapore, India, and North America.About Caravan Japan :Caravan Japan works with global celebrities to develop world-class consumer and technology brands. They are looking to discover ideas, products, brands, and services from all over Asia, brush them up for the world in Japan and the US, and deliver them to people all over the world using CARAVAN's network. CARAVAN Japan is a joint venture between CARAVAN Corporation of the North America and DLE of Japan and is a consolidated subsidiary of DLE.*All startup applicants will receive the decision on April 11, 2022 via their registered email.*The pitch &amp; pitch deck must be in English

Judge Information:

Ryuta Shiiki 椎木隆太 - DLE, FounderAfter joining Sony Corporation in 1991, Shiiki Ryuta was stationed in Singapore from 1992 and in Vietnam from 1995, and was selected as a member of the launch team of ANIPLEX in 1997. Since 2003, he has been working as a consulting producer for HASBRO, Inc. and has produced worldwide hit cartoons such as Transformers and GI Joe.In 2006, he made a big hit with the DLE original work "Eagle Talon.” He is currently the owner of seven companies including DLE. His daughter is Rika Shiiki, a well-known entrepreneur. The father and daughter have made numerous media appearances together. Author of "High School Girl Entrepreneur: Learning to Run a Business.

Sean Ito 伊藤正二郎 - Caravan Japan, CEOShojiro “Sean” Ito, a business agent in the entertainment industry and a marketing/branding expert, joined Avex in 1996 after graduating from the Faculty of Business and Commerce, Keio University. He was responsible for the promotion of top domestic and international artists, including Grammy Award-winning artists. After that, he established Avex Sports Inc. in 2013. As president and CEO, he managed professional and top amateur athletes, including MLB players, Japanese national team players, and Olympic gold medalists. He also developed marketing for sports teams and organizations. In 2017, as GM of International Business, he successfully led the expansion of a global brand produced by the world's top artists into Japan. Former President of Avex Sports Inc.. Author of “Great People’s Great Style”(Sunmark publishing).

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