S2 EP17: Exploring global opportunities by Taiwan's technology and ICT industry : Volker  Heistermann’s  tech and strategic insights

S2 EP17: Exploring global opportunities by Taiwan's technology and ICT industry : Volker Heistermann’s tech and strategic insights

Author: Meet Global @Business Next Media May 10, 2024 Duration: 36:21

 Volker Heistermann is an experienced investment professional with over 25 years of experience in investment, business development, and innovation management. He has worked in key markets such as the USA, Germany, Taiwan, and Southeast Asia. Currently, he co-founded Mosaic Venture Lab, which delivers groundbreaking solutions in cabin intelligence, electrification, and sustainability.

In this episode of the Startup Island Taiwan Podcast, you will discover:

☛ Volker's background story: Born in Germany, he worked for years in Silicon Valley before deciding to explore entrepreneurial opportunities in Taiwan.
☛ Promoting events like Startup Weekend in Taiwan to build brand awareness and partnering with the government to run the APEC accelerator program.
☛ The reasons that made German car companies like Volkswagen, BMW, and Porsche recognize Taiwan's tech strengths, leading them to frequently visit Taiwanese startups.
☛ Analyzing the advantages of Taiwanese startups and why Taiwan plays a role in the global market.


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Host: Chi Ko & Wendy from Meet Global
Guest: Volker Heistermann, Co-Founder & Head of Strategic Corporate Partnerships at Mosaic Venture Lab

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There's a vibrant, often overlooked ecosystem of innovation humming away on an island in the Pacific. Startup Island TAIWAN Podcast pulls back the curtain on this world, offering a direct line to the founders, investors, and technologists shaping Taiwan's future. Each episode moves beyond headlines to explore the real stories behind the region's rise in cutting-edge fields like semiconductors, AI, and biotech. You'll hear candid conversations about the journey from garage to global scale, including the pursuit of that elusive unicorn status, and how these companies are building crucial bridges to markets across Asia and the world. Produced by Meet Global at Business Next Media, this series serves as an essential audio companion for anyone curious about the business and technology landscapes being redrawn today. It’s not just about what’s being built, but about the people building it and the unique position Taiwan holds in the global chain of innovation. Tune in for grounded, insightful discussions that connect the dots between ambitious ideas, practical execution, and international opportunity.
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