1819T2 Hong Kong/Participant Information/Tan Wan Ting
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About Tan Wan Ting
SMU email: wanting.tan.2015@economics.smu.edu.sg
Academic Year: 4
Degree: Economics
2nd Major: Strategic Management
Interests: I am a foodie!
Application for subsidy: Yes
Why TSM Hong Kong?
- What motivates you to join TSM?
With an interest in health tech startups, and eventually starting a startup of my own, I hope that this experience could help me gain valuable insights of the ecosystem and dynamics of the startup scene in Hong Kong and China. Also, it would be a great opportunity for me to gain a deeper understanding of the investment opportunities, research infrastructure and support startups receive in Hong Kong and China, how it differs from Singapore, and how the differences between these countries/region affect the startup ecosystem and success. Lastly, with an interest in health tech startups, China is definitely a large market with plenty of opportunities. Hence I would like to participate in this TSM to discover how startups were able to succeed in this market and what are some of the strategies I can consider when I start my own startup.
- Why pick Hong Kong?
Starting a business
- What types of businesses interest you?
Health Technology Startups (creating accessible healthcare for rural populations / improving healthcare outcomes)
- What plan do you have in starting a business?
Past Experiences (Relevant)
1. Strategy and Corporate Venturing Intern - Koninklijke Philips N.V
- Conducted due diligence and prepared a financial model for an investment in a health tech start-up’s series A.
- Researched on the health tech market and trends in APAC to develop sound investment opportunities.
2. Crossing the Chasm Challenge 2017 - 1st Runner-Up (Social Enterprise Business Plan Challenge)
- Performed market research and developed recommendations for the Indonesia-based social enterprise, Du’Anyam, in their expansion into Japan, Singapore and Taiwan
What keeps you ticking?
My goal in life is to do what I love and love what I do. As such, I am passionate in pursuing a career that allows me to make a tangible impact as I enjoy the fulfilment of knowing that my work has helped to improve someone or a community's lives.
