Date - 10th and 11th June 2025
Venue - Suntec Convention Centre

Emcee Singapore - Renowned Singaporean emcee Ivan expertly presided over the prestigious ECSG 2025, a two-day summit held at a distinguished venue, where industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators convened to shape the future of Southeast Asia’s startup ecosystem. With meticulous attention to detail, emcee of Singapore Ivan established an engaging and professional atmosphere, ensuring seamless transitions between sessions while sustaining the audience’s enthusiasm throughout the event. His commanding stage presence was particularly evident during the introduction of distinguished VIP speakers, including Mohan Belani, Co-Founder & CEO of e27, and Ken Katsuyama, SVP and Head of Global Business at NTT, both of whom delivered compelling keynote addresses on global startup scaling and cross-border collaboration.

Day 1: Facilitating High-Impact Discussions

On the first day, Ivan adeptly guided attendees through a series of insightful sessions across multiple stages. At the Future Stage, he introduced pivotal discussions, such as the fireside chat with Aaron Tan, CEO of Carro, moderated by Mohan Belani, which explored AI-driven business growth and IPO readiness. Ivan also presided over the MOU signing ceremony between e27 and NTT, a landmark agreement highlighting a strategic partnership between the two organizations.

Meanwhile, at the Forge Stage, Ivan facilitated thought-provoking panels, including “Growth Meets Purpose: Rethinking Impact in Startup Culture”, featuring Susli Lie, Partner and ESG Lead at Monk’s Hill Ventures, alongside other distinguished speakers. His skillful moderation extended to the Pier71 maritime innovation segment, where he introduced Teo Eng Dih, Chief Executive of the Maritime and Port Authority of Singapore, further enriching the summit’s discourse.

Day 2: Orchestrating Dynamic Exchanges

Emcee of Singapore Ivan continued to excel on the second day, ensuring another round of stimulating discussions. At the Future Stage, he introduced Bhavik Vashi, Managing Director of Carta, who delivered an insightful keynote on resilient startup growth. Ivan also played an instrumental role in the SAFE STEPS D-Tech Awards, where Nicole Ngeow, Executive Director of Prudence Foundation, and Diana Guzman, Chair of Prudence Foundation, honored groundbreaking disaster-tech startups. His articulate introductions and smooth transitions maintained audience engagement during key panels such as “Cybersecurity at Core”, featuring Eugene Teo, Chief Security Advisor at Microsoft ASEAN.

At the Forge Stage, emcee of Singapore Ivan facilitated an in-depth exploration of Indonesia’s tech ecosystem with Nicko Widjaja, CEO of BRI Ventures, and Eddi Danusaputro, CEO of BNI Ventures. Meanwhile, the Growth Stage featured his adept moderation of discussions on alternative funding strategies and AI-driven hiring trends, with contributions from experts such as Adrian Ong, Director of IMDA’s Jobs and Skills Division.

A Masterful Conclusion

Throughout the summit, emcee of Singapore Ivan skillfully balanced formal proceedings with engaging moments of interaction, including lucky draw sessions that added excitement for attendees. His ability to connect with the audience was evident as he delivered the closing remarks, expressing gratitude to speakers, partners, and participants for their invaluable contributions. With a final note of appreciation, Ivan concluded ECSG 2025 on a high note, leaving attendees inspired and anticipating the next edition of this transformative event.