Build a strong fundraising narrative, refine pitch materials, and strengthen investor positioning.
Develop clear strategies to navigate regulatory environments and establish a presence in the GBA.
Connect with investors, corporates, and institutions to unlock collaboration and growth opportunities.
Investment Masterclass & Consultation combines structured learning with interactive group discussions, creating a platform for startups to gain deep insights into the regional fundraising ecosystem and engage in meaningful Q&A sessions.
The sessions aim to equip startups with a clear understanding of the GBA fundraising landscape and opportunities, while providing clarity on key regulatory considerations including taxation, auditing, and listing requirements. Participants will develop practical strategies for building effective fundraising approaches and mitigating risks, supported by expert-led discussions and peer knowledge-sharing within the cohort.
With over 9 years of experience in startup ecosystem development and incubation, Kennith So is a seasoned professional in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from Lingnan University of Hong Kong and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from The Chinese University of Hong Kong.
Kennith began his career as a founder in the esports and gaming sector, building hands-on expertise in navigating the entrepreneurial landscape. He later joined Hong Kong Cyberport as an Account Manager in the Digital Entertainment division, where he played a pivotal role in supporting startups and driving industry growth. Subsequently, Kennith served as Program Lead at HongShan Capital’s subsidiary, HKXF, where he launched numerous accelerator and training programs catering to startups at various stages of development.
Throughout his career, Kennith has gained extensive experience in business development, operations, technology transfer, company strategy, and startup growth, making him a valuable asset in nurturing entrepreneurial talent and scaling ventures.
Former Managing Partner of Brinc China, an investment-based global pre-seed/seed accelerator.
She has started the China chapter for Brinc, and has designed, established, and operated seven Accelerator Programs customized for Chinese startups with Brinc in IoT, MedTech, Smart Manufacturing, and EdTech. Renee also designed Brinc’s accelerator program for Bahrain.
Ran one of the biggest global startup competitions in southern China with the local government to build out the innovation startup ecosystem. The competition was hosted in more than 12 cities each year, and over 1500 applications every year. Designed a one-week landing pad program for the finalists to experience the startup ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area.
Helped over 100 overseas startups to connect with China market, localise and enter the Chinese market. Renee was a registered mentor for Guangdong Province Incubation Association. She serves as startup mentors in several global startup competitions and programs e.g. SheLovesTech, SWITCH, HICOOL, Accelerator IV, and Techstar’s Startup Weekend.
For expansion-ready startups seeking capital, partnerships, and market access.
This section outlines our eligibility criteria, nomination requirements, and important timeline related to the programme.
This programme is designed for growth-stage startups seeking to expand into the Greater Bay Area (GBA), particularly those with clear fundraising goals, market traction, and a readiness to scale internationally.
Startups exploring market entry, partnerships, or capital access in the GBA will benefit most from the programme’s structure and network.
Participants will refine their fundraising strategy, strengthen their investor materials, and gain direct exposure to investors, corporate partners, and ecosystem stakeholders in the GBA.
By the end of the programme, startups are expected to improve their investment readiness, build meaningful partnerships, and develop a clearer pathway for regional expansion.
The programme consists of four core components:
Each component is designed to support fundraising, partnerships, and market entry into the GBA.
Startups will gain access to a wide network of:
These engagements are designed to unlock funding opportunities, strategic partnerships, and deeper market insights within the GBA
The programme will admit a maximum of 15 startups to ensure a focused and high-quality experience.
Selection is based on evaluation sessions conducted by the GUIDE and Gobi team.
All official communications related to your application, shortlisting, and participation in the programme will be conducted exclusively through our official email: program@guide.works. Please reach out to us if you have any questions.
Please ensure you check this email address regularly for updates, requests for additional information, and important notifications. We strongly advise applicants to whitelist this address or check your spam/junk folders to avoid missing any critical communications. Any communication from other channels or unofficial emails should be disregarded unless otherwise stated on our official website or by a verified team member.
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