Aspire and AWS team up for Founders Night Jakarta, bringing together 200+ investors and founders to celebrate entrepreneurship

Jakarta, 14 Sept 2024– Aspire, an all-in-one finance platform for SMBs globally, last week  hosted a successful Founders Night in partnership with AWS, bringing together over 200 of Asia's top founders, VCs, and industry leaders.This exclusive event was an Aspire FoundersXchange’s community event that provides a platform for collaboration and knowledge-sharing, with insightful discussions on scaling and adapting traditional business models in today’s fast-evolving landscape.

FoundersXchange is part of the Aspire for Startups Program that offers entrepreneurs access to resources, mentorship, and collaborative events like Founders Night. By creating opportunities for networking and idea exchange, Aspire empowers startups to grow and scale effectively.

Founders Night offered a unique opportunity for entrepreneurs and investors to connect, share insights, and build strategic relationships crucial for long-term growth. This annual event underscores Aspire and AWS's commitment to empowering startups and fostering innovation through collaboration.

The evening kicked off with a series of performances, setting the stage for opening remarks from Ferdy Nandes, General Manager of Aspire, and Ian Holtz, Head of Web3, Startups APAC at AWS, both of whom emphasized the importance of collaboration in driving business innovation for startups and SMBs. 

The event’s highlight was a panel discussion on “Future Companies: Adapting Traditional Business Models for Scaling,” where industry experts shared insights on how businesses can scale in the modern landscape. The event concluded with closing remarks from Nuovo Tann, APAC & Middle East GTM Manager at Carta, stressing the importance of strategic collaboration for achieving scale.

Aspire Founders Night is  more than just an event—it is a celebration of the community and collaboration that are key to building stronger, more resilient businesses. With over 200 attendees, Aspire and AWS are proud to have created a platform that fosters knowledge-sharing, networking, and the growth of tomorrow's industry leaders.

The next Founders Night will be held on October 3rd in Singapore. Founders and VCs can register their interest at www.aspireapp.com/founders-night. For more information about Aspire’s FoundersXchange Community, visit https://aspireapp.com/aspire-for-startups.