Startup Global (UNICON)
MOS Alvin Tan visiting the Startup Carnival.
The Startup Global division organises an annual entrepreneurship and technology conference named UNICON. UNICON is a two-day conference featuring panel discussions, speeches, workshops, masterclasses, sharing sessions, competitions, and exhibition booths.
The first day will be dedicated to non-competition activities and graced by a Guest-of-Honour. A series of activities related to that year’s theme will be held throughout the day. Invitees from various startups, venture capitalists, established MNCs, investors, industry experts, etc. will be present throughout the various activities organised at UNICON.
The second day primarily focuses on hosting TigerLaunch (Asia) through a partnership with the Princeton Entrepreneurship Club from Princeton University in New Jersey, United States, where startups from all over Asia will pitch themselves to a panel of venture capitalists. For both days, exhibition booths will be set up where various companies, startups, and organisations can showcase what they are working on, as well as MNCs to showcase their companies and attract talent.
At UNICON 2025, expect to engage in enlightening fireside chats, expert-led masterclasses and keynote speeches, insightful panel discussions, an interactive showcase featuring start-ups and a pitching competition – TigerLaunch (Asia).
This year, we're embracing a futuristic theme, and our slogan, "Dare to Disrupt", signifies our commitment to fostering a higher echelon of entrepreneurial success through our grand event!
Sponsors of UNICON 2025
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our sponsors for their pivotal role in supporting UNICON 2025!
Diamond Sponsor:
UNICON 2025 owes its success to the generous support of our Diamond Sponsor: NUS Enterprise.
NUS Enterprise, the entrepreneurial arm of the National University of Singapore (NUS), plays a pivotal role in advancing innovation and entrepreneurship at NUS and beyond. It actively promotes entrepreneurship and cultivates global mind-sets and talents through the synergies of experiential entrepreneurial education, active industry partnerships, holistic entrepreneurship support and catalytic entrepreneurship outreach. Its initiatives and global connections support a range of entrepreneurial journeys and foster ecosystem building in new markets. These initiatives augment and complement the University’s academic programmes and act as a unique bridge to industry well beyond Singapore’s shores.
Platinum Sponsor:
Venue Sponsor:
UNICON 2025 is made possible thanks to the generous support of our Platinum Sponsor, Mapletree Investments (“Mapletree” or “the Group”), and Venue Sponsor, Mapletree Business City. Scheduled to take place at Mapletree Business City on 17 and 18 January 2025, the student-led conference is expected to draw approximately 700 attendees, including local and international student entrepreneurs, local start-ups, investors, and industry titans across Singapore.
About Mapletree
Headquartered in Singapore, Mapletree is a global real estate development, investment, capital and property management company committed to sustainability. Its strategic focus is to invest in markets and real estate sectors with good growth potential. By combining its key strengths, the Group has established a track record of award-winning projects, and delivers consistently attractive returns across real estate asset classes.
The Group manages three Singapore-listed real estate investment trusts (“REITs”) and nine private equity real estate funds, which hold a diverse portfolio of assets in Asia Pacific, Europe, the United Kingdom (“UK”) and the United States (“US”). As at 31 March 2024, Mapletree owns and manages S$77.5 billion of office, retail, logistics, industrial, data centre, residential and student accommodation properties.
The Group’s assets are located across 13 markets globally, namely Singapore, Australia, Canada, China, Europe, Hong Kong SAR, India, Japan, Malaysia, South Korea, the UK, the US and Vietnam. To support its global operations, Mapletree has established an extensive network of offices in these countries.
For more information, please visit www.mapletree.com.sg.
Gold Sponsor:
UNICON 2025 owes its success to the generous support of our Gold Sponsor: BinjaiTree.
BinjaiTree is a Singapore-based non-profit organization dedicated to promoting mental health awareness and providing mental health support services. Founded in 2014, the organization focuses on reducing stigma, fostering inclusion, and empowering individuals impacted by mental health conditions. BinjaiTree collaborates with various community partners to deliver counseling, advocacy, and educational programs while funding initiatives aimed at capacity building within the mental health sector. The organization aims to create a compassionate society that supports mental well-being for all.
Silver Sponsors:
Introducing our Silver Sponsor for NUS UNICON 2025, YISHION, the leading fast fashion brand and casual apparel for the youth.
YISHION is a play on the word “fashion”, as a fun way of personal expression! They strive to bring out the inner fashionista in everyone through their variety of apparel.
Join their community to share your style and tag them on your latest fashion exploits on Instagram or Facebook! Yishion.sg
UNICON 2025 owes its success to the generous support of our Silver Sponsor: Japan IPL Express.
Japan IPL Express is Singapore's first Unisex IPL Salon which provides Hair Removal and Skin Solution Services. "No Packages, No Appointments" — is their modus operandi. Customers can enjoy fuss-free IPL at any of their outlets islandwide. Come when you want, and get what you want: You Call The Shots™!
Japan IPL Express is the go-to place for fuss-free, painless IPL that is effective. There’s no need for appointment booking and you can pop by any stores whenever and wherever.
UNICON 2025 owes its success to the generous support of our Silver Sponsor, MGP Label.
MGP Label is a homegrown Singapore fast fashion brand. Dressing you up for all occasions and designing clothes that will take you to all the places you need to be.
CORE - a sub brand under MGP Label focusing on sustainable basics and essentials for everyday wear.
