e27

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

[e27] provides platforms to connect Asia's startup and tech ecosystem and curate information.

Target Customer

Startups, investors, and ecosystem participants seeking to discover opportunities, fundraise, connect, and stay updated on Asia's startup and tech scene.

Key Differentiator

Integrated, Asia-focused platform that combines startup and investor directories, news, fundraising tools, jobs, events, and direct connect capabilities (including Pro content and Pro Connect membership) in one place.

Implementation Timeline

Value can be realized immediately after signing up for the platform; there is a 14-day free trial for Pro Connect membership, after which SGD 29.90/month is charged unless canceled.

Pain Points

1Difficulty discovering and connecting with relevant startups and investors within Asia's startup ecosystem.
2Need for curated news, funding rounds, and event information in Southeast Asia.
3Complexities around fundraising outreach and investor-startup introductions (including profile setup and time-bound connect requests).

Key Features

1Startup and investor directories with search and filtering (e.g., location, verticals).
2Funding news, milestones, and case-study style updates (including milestone posts).
3Pro content and Pro Connect membership with access to exclusive features and events.
4Event listings and partnerships (e.g., Echelon) and ticketing options.
5Request To Connect functionality to initiate investor-startup introductions with notes and profile selection.
6Job board and company/investor profile management (including milestones and updates).
7News, contributor content, and a community-driven ecosystem feed.

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Co-Founder
2Data Scientist
3Designer: Full Stack
4Designer: Graphic
5Accounts & Servicing
6Sales
7C-Level

Client Results

1Spacely AI Financial secured access to a US$200M credit facility to drive SEA expansion.
2AI Innovations secured $50 million in funding from a Visionary Investor.
3Tech Innovators secured $50 million in funding from Venture Capitalist Alpha.

Competitive Advantages

1One-stop hub for discovery (startups, investors), news, funding updates, jobs, and events in Asia.
2Direct connect workflow (Request To Connect) to facilitate introductions with time-bound constraints.
3Pro Content and Pro Connect membership offering additional, possibly exclusive resources and capabilities.
4Active events ecosystem (e.g., Echelon) with curated agendas, speakers, and sponsorship/exhibition options.
5User-generated milestones and funding news to showcase traction and progress inside the platform.

Key Benefits

1Discover and connect with Asia-based startups and investors in one place.

2Access curated news, funding rounds, and milestone updates.

3Participate in events (e.g., Echelon) and leverage opportunities for sponsorship and speaking engagements.

4Use the connect feature to initiate introductions with notes and profile selections.

5Leverage Pro Content and Pro Connect membership for enhanced capabilities and visibility.

Case Studies & Success Stories

Spacely AI Financial secures US$200M credit facility

Case #1

Credit facility established to support expansion in Southeast Asia with two lines.

AI Innovations secures $50M in funding

Case #2

Funding from a Visionary Investor enabling AI-driven solutions.

Tech Innovators secures $50M in funding

Case #3

Funding from Venture Capitalist Alpha enabling AI advancements.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

A Southeast Asia-focused startup and tech ecosystem platform offering startup and investor directories, news, funding insights, jobs, and events. It includes Pro membership and access to curated content, funding trends, and networking opportunities.

Target Market

Startups, investors, and ecosystem participants in Asia's startup and tech landscape, including those seeking funding, partnerships, and industry insights.

Unique Value Proposition

An integrated, Asia-centric platform that combines news, startup/investor directories, fundraising tools, events, and direct connect capabilities, enabling faster discovery, outreach, and engagement within the SEA tech ecosystem.

Technical Requirements

Not explicitly specified in the provided content.

Pricing Model

Pro Connect Membership: SGD 29.90 per month with a 14-day free trial. The trial is stated to last until 18-02-2021 in the content; after the trial, you will be charged based on the plan unless canceled (cancellation recommended before trial ends). Login indicates roles like 'Pro Content' and SG$ pricing and payment steps.

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