

The Harsh Truth About Fundraising in Japan — with Lauren Nham
Raising venture capital in Japan isn’t just about convincing investors — it’s about understanding a very different game with its own rules, pace, and expectations. In this session, I had the opportunity to sit down with Lauren Nham — investor, operator, and long-time ecosystem builder connecting San Francisco and Tokyo — to uncover the realities behind Japan’s venture scene. From cultural conservatism to global benchmarks, Lauren’s insights revealed how founders are navigatin
Sushmita Khattri
4 min read


AIM $100M ARR or Don’t Bother! Fundraising Truths for startups. With Jeffrey Paine
Raising capital might be every founder’s dream — but as Jeffrey Paine, Co-founder and Managing Partner at Golden Gate Ventures, puts it:...
Erdinc Ekinci
5 min read


Starting a Startup in Japan, what every Entrepreneur needs to know
Starting a company in Japan isn’t just about filling out forms and perfecting your pitch deck; it’s about trust, timing, and really...
Erdinc Ekinci
3 min read


CVC in Japan: Connecting Startups with Corporate Innovation & Trends
Japan’s startup ecosystem has quietly but powerfully evolved over the past decade. And at the heart of this shift? Corporate Venture...
Erdinc Ekinci
3 min read


Venture Capital in the Middle East: Trends and Insights From Early-Stage Focus VCs
The Middle East’s startup ecosystem has undergone a dramatic transformation since its first major tech exit in 2009. What began as...
Erdinc Ekinci
3 min read


Business Models that Lead from $0 to $100M+ ARR: Understanding Startup Business Models from A to Z
In the startup world, ideas are everywhere, but viable business models are rare. If you’re a founder dreaming of building a global...
Erdinc Ekinci
7 min read




