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Japan – SEA Strategic Capital Connect
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| Introduction
Japanese corporations are becoming increasingly active investors in Southeast Asia. For Singapore- and SEA-based PE/VC firms, they can be partners who bring more than capital, including industry expertise and access to the Japanese market. Yet the two communities still rarely have the chance to meet face to face.
To bridge this gap, Speeda, together with SVCA (the Singapore Venture and Private Capital Association) and SusHi Tech Global, is hosting a networking event connecting local PE and VC investors with Japanese companies.
The opening panel discussion will explore key trends in Asia’s investment landscape, how overseas investors view the Japanese market, and sectors currently attracting attention—from both Japanese and Singaporean perspectives.
This will be followed by elevator pitches from Japanese startups participating in SWITCH through the Tokyo Metropolitan Government’s SusHi Tech Global program. VCs looking for investment opportunities and corporations seeking collaboration partners are also invited to connect with these startups.
Companies Scheduled to Present
- Fermelanta, Inc.: Uses synthetic biology to produce rare, valuable natural compounds through microbial fermentation.
- OptQC Corp.: Develops commercial optical quantum computers that offer fast, energy-efficient information processing.
- WHILL, Inc.: Develops, manufactures and sells short-distance mobility products, and provides mobility services that use them.
Whether you are based in Singapore or visiting during SWITCH, join us to meet local investors and exchange insights.
Attendance is free, but seats are limited. We encourage you to reserve yours early.
| Seminar Overview
| Date | Wednesday, 28 Oct 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 – 9:00 pm / Singapore Time (GMT+8) |
| Location | One & Co Lounge 11F 20 Anson Road Singapore 079912 |
| (Nearest MRT station: Tanjong Pagar) | |
| Registration deadline | Monday, 26 October |
| Language | English |
| Agenda
| 6:30pm | Registration opens |
| 7:00–7:25pm | Panel discussion |
| Sharon Lim (SVCA) × Ryohei Osawa (Speeda, Uzabase) | |
| Moderator: Bernard Loh (Sealed Network, Uzabase) | |
| 7:25–7:40pm | SusHi Tech Global Project introduction + Startups Pitch |
| 7:40–9:00pm | Networking reception |
| Speakers
Sharon Lim
Chief Executive Officer, Singapore Venture and Private Capital Association (SVCA)
Sharon leads SVCA’s work to develop Singapore’s private-market investment ecosystem, engaging regulators, investors and industry stakeholders. She has over 20 years of experience across private equity, venture capital, infrastructure, real estate and private wealth.
Previously a journalist with S&P Global Platts, Dow Jones and PEI, Sharon later led PEI Conferences’ Asia business and founded Interest Alignment Management, a private-markets advisory. She holds a Master’s degree in Gerontology from SUSS and a degree from the National University of Singapore.
SusHi Tech Global
SusHi Tech Global is a public-private initiative that supports growth-stage startups pursuing global expansion. It has selected 114 startups whose technologies help solve urban challenges and create new value, with the goal of building sustainable cities and societies.
Ryohei Osawa
Executive Officer, Global Business — Asia, Uzabase
Ryohei began his career in the Power Division of Marubeni Corporation, where he was responsible for investment projects. After joining Uzabase, he worked in sales and marketing for the Speeda business before becoming Chief Customer Officer for INITIAL, Uzabase.
From January 2024, he led community building and business development. In July 2024, he was appointed Executive Officer responsible for financial institutions and consulting firms within the Speeda business. Since 1 April 2026, he has been responsible for post-merger integration of overseas acquisitions and the growth of the company’s international business.
Bernard Loh (Moderator)
Co-Founder/Head of BD & Partnerships, Sealed Network, a company of Uzabase
Bernard joined Citi Private Bank in 2020 as a Management Associate after completing its Summer Analyst Programme in 2019. In 2022, he co-founded Sealed Network, where he serves as Head of Business Development & Partnerships.
Sealed Network is a Southeast Asia-focused expert network that connects global businesses with local subject-matter experts for commercial due diligence, strategy and market research. Following its acquisition by Uzabase in February 2026, he supports the growth of Uzabase and Speeda’s regional insight offering, helping investors, private equity firms and consulting teams access critical market intelligence.
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