NAGOYA, JAPAN - Nagoya is set to welcome entrepreneurs and innovators from around the globe at TechGALA 2025, the city's inaugural international startup conference, scheduled from February 4-6, 2025. The event aims to showcase the region's burgeoning startup ecosystem and foster connections between business leaders, academics, and creative minds.
The conference will be held at multiple venues, including Chunichi Hall and Conference Center, with additional events in the Sakae and Tsurumai neighborhoods. Notable speakers such as Professor Emori Seita from Tokyo University and Toyota (NYSE:TM)'s Chief Sustainability Officer Yumi Otsuka will be in attendance, alongside representatives from Google (NASDAQ:GOOGL) Cloud and Mitsubishi UFJ (NYSE:MUFG) Ltd.
TechGALA will feature a diverse program, including a Global Startup Showcase pitch contest with a one-million yen prize. Startups will present their ideas within themes such as Mobility and Sustainable Environment. A panel of judges will evaluate the pitches, with sixteen finalists from various countries participating.
In addition to the pitch contest, the conference will offer business matching opportunities for Business Pass holders, facilitating introductions between attendees and corporate partners. The Executive Pass, currently available at an early-bird discount, includes additional benefits like a concierge service for scheduling meetings.
The conference is expected to draw attention to Nagoya's innovative business culture and provide a platform for startups to gain visibility and potential investment. This article is based on a press release statement.
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