Expert-Practitioner Workshop and Indonesia Showcase: Tech Startup Ecosystem Development
09 September 2024 to 13 September 2024
Venue: Jakarta and Bandung, Indonesia
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has been working with many of its developing member countries (DMCs) on the topic of Tech Startup Ecosystem Development by supporting governments through a range of financing modalities, technical and conceptual support, and knowledge sharing activities.
Since 2019, ADB has organized series of Workshops and Events on Tech Startup Ecosystem Development hosted in the Republic of Korea. The Expert-Practitioner Workshop and Indonesia Showcase was co-organized in partnership with Indonesia’s Ministry of Communications and Information Technology (KOMINFO). Apart from exchanges between participating DMC delegations, the workshop featured the ecosystem development and startup support efforts of the Government of Indonesia, other ecosystem enablers, as well as the ADB-funded Promoting Research and Innovation through Modern and Efficient Science and Technology Parks (PRIME STeP) project.
Indonesia ranks 2nd in Southeast Asia and 36th globally in Startup Blink’s ranking. The country has a vibrant startup ecosystem, with the government undertaking accelerator programs (e.g. The National Movement for 1000 Digital Startups) and improving digital infrastructure (e.g. fiber-optic cable network connecting the archipelago). It boasts of several unicorns such as J&T Express, Xendit and Traveloka. Indonesia has also extended its support to the education sector and R&D.
The workshop was held 9–13 September 2024 in Jakarta and Bandung with participants representing DMC Governments, plus several representatives from non-Government ecosystem enablers (e.g. Accelerators, Incubators, Impact VCs), accompanied by ADB Resident Mission and HQ staff.
The workshop provided a venue for participants to be exposed to the Indonesian startup ecosystem development journey, current institutional arrangements and partnerships, as well as a platform for peer learning among participants. Participants featured their work on startup ecosystem development, forged new partnerships and engaged in dialogue with ADB staff and peers on future opportunities for collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Program and Learning Materials:
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | Day 1 | FRAMING, KNOWLEDGE SHARING BY EXPERTS AND VISITING DELEGATIONS | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 9:00–9:15 a.m. | Opening and Overview | Seok Yong (SY) Yoon, OIC, Digital Technology for Development Division, ADB |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 9:00–9:15 a.m. | Joris van Etten, Country Operations Head / OIC, Indonesia Resident Mission, ADB | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 9:15–9:35 a.m. |
Indonesia Keynote Speech |
Boni Pudjianto |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 9:35–10:00 a.m. | Q & A | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 10:00–10:30 a.m. | Tea / Coffee Break and group photo | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 10:30–11:00 a.m. |
Knowledge Sharing - Global Trends and Developments |
Arndt Husar |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. | Tech Startup Ecosystem Showcase (Part 1) | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. | Panel Discussion | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. |
Germany's Start up Ecosystem: Growth, Deals, and Key Cities - A Brief Analysis of Germany's Thriving Start up Scene This presentation discussed the start up ecosystem in Germany. |
Daniel Schroeder |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. |
Japan Startup Ecosystem This presentation discussed the startup ecosystem in Japan. |
Kosuke Hiramatsu |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 11:00–12:00 p.m. |
Tech Startup Ecosystem Developmentin Latin America and the Caribbean This presentation discussed the tech startup in Latin America and Caribbean. |
Natalia Laguyas |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 12:00–12:30 p.m. | Round of Introductions | Facilitator: Minsoo Kim, Digital Technology for Development Division, ADB |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. | Lunch Break | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 1:30–1:50 p.m. |
Scaling Research and Innovation Eco-system: Projects in SEA countries This presentation gave an overview of ADB's projects in Innovation and Techonology. |
Fook Yen Chong |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 1:30–1:50 p.m. |
Promoting Research and Innovation through Modern and Efficient Science and Techno Park (PRIME SteP) This presentation gave an overview of thePromoting Research and Innovation through Modern and Efficient Science and Techno Park (PRIME SteP) project. |
Paulina Pannen |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 1:50–2:10 p.m. |
Central Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) This presentation gave an overview of theCentral Asia Regional Economic Cooperation (CAREC) and ADB'S Digital TA. |
Naveed Durrani |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 2:10–2:30 p.m. |
Recap of Previous Workshops and Expectations for this edition This presentation gave an overview of ADB’s Initiative on Tech Startup Ecosystem Development. |
Seok Yong Yoon |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 2:30–3:00 p.m. | Tea / Coffee Break | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. | Tech Startup Ecosystem Showcase (Part 2) | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 1 (CWRD) Azerbaijan This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Azerbaijan. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 3 (CWRD) Pakistan This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Pakistan. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 4 (SARD) Bangladesh This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Bangladesh. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 2 (CWRD) Kazakhstan This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Kazakhstan. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 5 (SARD) Nepal This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Nepal. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 6 (SARD) Sri Lanka This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem inSri Lanka. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 7 (SERD) Cambodia This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Cambodia. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 8 (SERD) Philippines This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Philippines. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. |
Delegation 9 (SERD) Viet Nam This presentation discussed the tech startup ecosytem in Viet Nam. |
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| 09 Sep 2024 | 5:15 pm | Bus Transfer to Plataran Menteng | |
| 09 Sep 2024 | 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Dinner and Fireside Chat: Startup Champion |
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
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| 10 Sep 2024 | Day 2 | INDONESIAN’S TECH STARTUP ECOSYSTEM AND THEMATIC DEEP DIVES | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:00 a.m. |
Indonesia Digital Transformation Medium-Term Development Plan 2025-2029 This presentation gave an overview of the digital transformation planning in Indonesia. |
Andianto Haryoko |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:45–10:45 a.m. | Tech Startup Ecosystem Development, Innovation and Entrepreneurship Support – an Overview | Facilitator: Shaun Wellbourne-Wood |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:45–10:45 a.m. |
Building Blocks of Indonesia Digital Nation This presentation gave an overview of the tech startup ecosystem development, innovation and entrepreneurship support in Indonesia. |
Boni Pudjianto |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:45–10:45 a.m. |
Indonesia: Creative Economy Policy Priorities, Initiatives, and Key Areas |
Muhammad Neil El Himam |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:45–10:45 a.m. |
Digital Economy & Startup Ecosystem Indonesia |
Christina Agustin |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 9:45–10:45 a.m. |
Role and Support of the Indonesian Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Tech Startup Ecosystem Development |
Widya Sadnovic |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 10:45–11:15 a.m. | Tea / coffee break | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Panel Discussion | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB; and KOMINFO |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
The Urgency of Digital Economy in Indonesia |
Sonny Sudaryana |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Alvin Evander, Next Indonesia Unicorn Foundation (Nexticom) Saddan Husain, Indigo / Telkomsel |
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| 10 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:30 p.m. |
Agustin, Director, Blk 71 NUSingapore Cynthia Krisanti, Pijar Foundation Rieke Caroline, Consultant, ADB |
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| 10 Sep 2024 | 12:30–1:30 p.m. | Lunch break | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Parallel Expert Panels on Key Topics | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Startup Finance | Leads: Hee Woong Yang (PSOD), Seok Yong Yoon and Minsoo Kim (CCDT / ADB), Natalia |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. |
Republic of Korea Startup Investment Practice - Funds of Funds: Primer and Catalyst |
Hee Woong Yang |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. |
Supporting Startup Ecosystems through Innovative Financing Instruments |
Minsoo Kim |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Talents, Skills, Education, R&D Commercialization | Leads: Fook Yen Chong and Vishal Potluri (SG-HSD / ADB), PRIME STeP Project Lead / Ministry of Education, Culture, Research, and Technology, [tbc] (1000 Startups / KOMINFO) |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Incubation, Acceleration and Open Innovation | Leads: Arndt Husar and Pedro Tavares (ADB); (StartupStudioID and HUB.ID / KOMINFO), Daniel Schroeder, GIZ Indonesia |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 3:00–3:30 p.m. | Tea / coffee break | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. | Parallel Group Work (continue) | |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 3:30–4:30 p.m. |
-Startup Finance -Talents, Skills, Education, R&D Commercialization -Incubation, Acceleration and Open Innovation |
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| 10 Sep 2024 | 4:30 p.m. | Plenary Presentations | Facilitator: Seok Yong (SY) Yoon, ADB |
| 10 Sep 2024 | 5:15 p.m. | Bus transfer to the hotel |
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
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| 11 Sep 2024 | Day 3 | STARTUP FINANCING AND LOCAL ECOSYSTEMS | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | Roundtable: Fostering the emergence of an Angel Investment and Venture Capital Ecosystem | Facilitator: Abhishek Hegde (PSD/SARD/ADB) |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | Commentary by: Hee Woong Yang (PSOD/ADB) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | Sarah Usman, Head of Investor Relations and Capital Raising, MDI Ventures | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | David Soukhasing, Angin (Angel Investment Network Indonesia) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | Abay Abasmet, BGlobal Ventures (Kazakhstan) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 8:30–9:40 a.m. | Rahat Ahmed, Anchorless (Bangladesh) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 9:40–10:00 a.m. | Tea / coffee break | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 10:00 a.m. | Bus Travel to Halim High Speed Railway Station | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 11:30 a.m.–12:00nn | Train to Bandung with Whoosh High Speed Train | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 1:30–3:00 p.m. | Lunch at Dago Panyawangan | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 3:15 p.m. | Bus transfer to ITB | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 3:45–4:00 p.m. | Tea / coffee break | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. | Local Ecosystem Showcase: Startup Incubation and Enablement at the Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) | Facilitator: Sutarum Wiryono, SG-HSD and ITB Faculty [tbc] |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. |
Startup Incubation and Enablement at the Institut Teknologi Bandung (ITB) Presentation This presentation gave an overview of the ITB Innovation Park. |
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| 11 Sep 2024 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. |
The GreaterHub Business Incubator This presentation gave an overview of The Greater Hub program. |
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| 11 Sep 2024 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. | PRIME STeP Project Investments and Activities | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 4:00–5:00 p.m. |
Startup Bandung Community This presentation gave an overview of the Tech-Startup companies, ecosystem players and stakeholders in Bandung, Indonesia. |
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| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:00 p.m. | Tour: ITB Startup-focused Facilities: | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:00 p.m. | 1) Smart City and Community Innovation Center Living Lab ITB (SCCIC) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:00 p.m. | (2) Modultrax - Design Centre, Faculty of Art and Design | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:00 p.m. | (3) EBM SciTech - Nutraceutical Lab (PAU 1st & 7th Floor) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:00 p.m. | (4) Catalyst & Pilot Reactor Lab (Labtex X, Chemical) | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 5:30 p.m. | Bus Transfer to the Hotel/Hotel check-in | |
| 11 Sep 2024 | 6:30 p.m. | Dinner (with ITB and Startup Ecosystem Invitees) |
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | Day 4 | UNIVERSITY-BASED ENTREPRENEURSHIP SUPPORT, AND STARTUP INCUBATION | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. | Facilitated Discussion: Incubation, Acceleration and Other Support Services | Facilitator: ITB PRIME STeP |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. |
IC Design Research & Development in Institut Teknologi in Bandung |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. |
Greenlabs This presentation gave an overview of Greenlabs |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. |
Mapping the Energy Storage Value Chain Capabilities in Australia and Indonesia: Identifying Opportunities for Collaborations & Partnerships |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. |
Cloud Native Energy Monitoring Platform This presentation gave an overview of theCloud Native Energy Monitoring Platform (CEMP) project. |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 9:00–10:15 a.m. |
Nicslab:From Personal Innovation to a Global Leader in Semiconductor Solutions This presentation gave an overvie of Nicslab. |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 10:15–10:30 a.m. | Tea / coffee break | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 10:45–11:15 a.m. | Bus Transfer | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Visit to Bandung-based Startup Unicorn | Arranged by KOMINFO |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Introduction (Gibran Huzaifah, CEO and Co-Founder, eFishery) Tour of the eFishery campus | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 12:15–12:45 p.m. | Bus Transfer to the Hotel | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 12:45–1:30 p.m. | Lunch | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 1:30–2:30 p.m. |
The Innovation and Venture Arm of the IDB Group |
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| 12 Sep 2024 | 2:30–4:00 p.m. | Reflections and Sensemaking | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 4:00–4:30 p.m. | Tea / Coffee break | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 4:30–5:30 p.m. | Load Luggage and Bus Transfer to Bandung Station | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 6:18–6:47 p.m. | Travel to Jakarta | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 7:15 p.m. | Local Transfer to Hotel | |
| 12 Sep 2024 | 7:15 p.m. | Dinner at Hotel |
| Date | Session / Activity | Presentation Material | Speaker(s) |
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| 13 Sep 2024 | Day 5 | WRAP-UP WORKSHOPS | |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 9:00–9:30 a.m. | Summary of the Reflection Session | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Ideation (Group Work) | |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 10:30–11:00 a.m. | Tea / Coffee break | |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 11:00–11:45 a.m. | Group Presentations and Feedback | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 11:45 a.m.–12:30 p.m. | Collaboration Commitments | Facilitator: Arndt Husar, ADB |
| 13 Sep 2024 | 12:30 p.m. | Closing Session / Workshop Evaluation |