About this Event

Founders Meetup is coming to Vietnam as part of the official closing party of Saigon Summit.

Double the excitement awaits as Founders Meetup returns to Vietnam, this time in conjunction with our inaugural Saigon Summit’s official closing party! Join us for an unforgettable evening of networking and celebration.

It's the perfect occasion to unwind and socialize with fellow founders, startup leaders and investors after a day filled with high-impact learning sessions. There’s no better way to celebrate Vietnam’s thriving startup scene than by immersing yourself in its vibrant energy firsthand!

 [NEW!] Tech in Asia Office Hour

By popular demand, we’ve added an exclusive “TIA Office Hour” into our agenda, featuring our founder Willis Wee, editor-in-chief Terence Lee, engagement editor Peter Cowan, and technology journalist Thu Huong Le.

Founders, this is your chance to ask them anything about building a successful tech company, navigating the media landscape, and getting your story heard by the right people. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from the experts and gain valuable exposure for your business. 

Meet the TIA Team

Willis Wee, Founder – Hands-on with TIA day-to-day operations, especially when it comes to the content and products we provide for our users, he is on a mission to nurture Asia's tech and startup ecosystem. Willis loves connecting with users, founders, and colleagues to gather feedback and gain new perspectives.

Terence Lee, Editor-in-chief – He is involved in all aspects of editorial operations in TIA: from high-level strategic planning to shoe leather reporting to tinkering with no-code tools, generative AI, and APIs. He tracks a wide range of industries, from ecommerce to crypto to AI.

Peter Cowan, Engagement Editor  – He is a writer and editor based in Hanoi, Vietnam. Originally from Northern Ireland but have spent the last eight years living in Hanoi. He is passionate about storytelling and loves how the written word has the power to move us and make us feel.

Thu Huong Le, Technology Journalist –  A seasoned tech journalist and editor with a passion for exploring the transformative impact of technology on lives and businesses in Asia's emerging markets. 

Important

• Recognizing the significance of founder-to-founder networking, we aim to maintain the essence of the event. Any non-founder registrations may be declined and refunded.

• Refunds will be closed 72 hours prior to the event.

How to RSVP

Tickets are now on sale at US$12, inclusive of complimentary light bites and drinks. 

For a limited-time only: Apply VNTIASPECIAL10 during checkout to enjoy a 10% discount, while stocks last!

Note that this event is complimentary for Saigon Summit Pro Pass holders. If you have a Pro Pass, please confirm your slot on our guest list via this link. Interested in purchasing a Pro Pass? Click here to find out more. 

Official Event Partners

Special thanks to our official event partners - Google Cloud and Singapore Global network (SGN) - for making this meetup possible.

Event Details

• Date: May 30, 2024 (Thursday)

• Time: 6.00 p.m. to 8.00 p.m. GMT +7

• Venue: CTY Kitchen + Bar

• Address: 72 Đ. Nguyễn Thị Minh Khai, Phường 6, Quận 3, Thành phố Hồ Chí Minh 700000, Vietnam

About Saigon Summit

On Thursday May 30, Tech in Asia’s inaugural Saigon Summit will kick off at Ho Chi Minh City’s premier event space, GEM Center. 30 awe-inspiring speakers, including the CEOs of local unicorns VNG and VNLife, will be on stage participating in talks, panels, and interviews, and the exhibition hall will feature high-profile companies like AWS and Antler alongside dozens of startups from across Southeast Asia. To top it all off, partners from over 20 venture capital firms will also be present at the event, which promises to attract over 700 attendees. Keen to get a Pro Pass? See more details here.