InnovFest Suzhou 2024


InnovFest Suzhou 2024

Organised annually, InnovFest Suzhou is the premier international innovation and entrepreneurship festival hosted and organised by NUSRI Suzhou, supported by NUS Enterprise. InnovFest Suzhou serves as an important cross-border platform to link China technology companies with innovations overseas, especially innovations from Singapore and beyond. Since 2015, InnovFest Suzhou has attracted more than 4,600 participants from 2,400 organisations, showcased over 430 new innovative technology projects from more than 10 countries.


This year, InnovFest Suzhou promises to push the boundaries of ideas, innovation, and impact creation by delving into the latest trends and developments with the two-day conference covering the themes on AI & Digitalisation and Sustainability.


Agenda


DAY 1 (18 Nov 2024 – Monday) (THEME: Digitisation)

Start

End

Session

09:00

09:30

Event Registration

09:30

09:40

Welcome Address

09:40

09:50

Opening Address

09:50

10:30

MOU Signing / Opening Mechanism

10:30

10:50

Keynote Speaker: Harnessing AI for Global Good

10:50

12:00

Panel: AI and Digital Transformation - Shaping the Future of Industries
As AI transforms industries, which one is leading the charge? Where is AI having the most impact and which industry has the most potential to transform? Join this session as leading ecosystem players share their perspective on how AI and digitalisation are driving transformative changes across various industries and reshaping business models, propelling productivity, efficiency, and business success.

12:00

13:30

LUNCH

 

 

Track A on Digitisation (NUS)

Track B (NUS Alumni Forum)

14:00

15:00

Panel: Paving the way for an AI Enabled Sustainable Future

For founders and investors alike, the fusion of AI innovation and sustainability signifies a pivotal opportunity to reshape our approach to tackling urgent global challenges, notably climate change. This nexus holds immense potential, providing transformative avenues for enterprises to strategically address vital Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) objectives with both urgency and effectiveness.

 

15:00

15:30

TEA BREAK

Industry Trends in China: Treading on Frontier Technology

 

Impact of Frontier Technology on Industry Trends in China

15:30

16:30

Panel: Harnessing AI in Life Sciences

Delving into the intersection of artificial intelligence and life sciences, and its potential to revolutionize drug discovery, diagnostics, and patient care.

16:40

18:00

Tech Pitch Battle: Start-ups in AI

 

 

End of Day 1 Conference Programme

18:00

 

Sino-Singapore Tech Innovation Festival Gala Dinner (By Invitation Only)


 

DAY 2 (19 Nov 2024 – Tuesday) (THEME: SUSTAINABILITY)

Start

End

Session

09:00

09:20

Keynote Speaker on Sustainability from NUS

09:30

10:30

Panel: Scaling Sustainability - Bridging the Gap Between Ambition and Action

There remains a huge gap between what the general consumers say what they like to do and what they actually do because it is not easy to make sustainable choices and make it a habit. How can businesses help consumers close the gap by making sustainable choices and habits to be easier and affordable. These businesses can make an impact while shaping their sector.

This gap between ambition and action applies to the private sector as well. More and more companies are committed to tackling sustainability goals. But how can they effect widespread action at scale and with speed.

10:30

12:00

Tech Pitch Battle: Start-ups in Sustainability

12:00

14:00

LUNCH

14:00

15:00

Panel: Greenlighting Growth - Building a scalable ESG venture

This session explores the critical elements involved in greenlighting sustainable ventures, focusing on building scalable models that prioritise environmental and social impact alongside financial returns. Join industry experts as they share practical advice, challenges and key considerations for navigating the intersection of sustainability and business growth, and how VCs can play a big role in supporting through turbulent times.

15:00

15:30

TEA BREAK

15:30

18:00

SIP Tour and company visit (By registration only)

Tea Break and Networking (For conference participants)

 

 

End of Day 2 Conference Programme

 

Registration

Phone:+86-512-62990773

Email:rsvp.enterprise@nusri.cn

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