Accelerating Asia Ventures Co-founder and General Partner Craig Dixon, e27 Co-founder and CEO Mohan Belani, nVentures Co-founder and Managing Partner Chalinda Abeykoon, APAC Vice President and Tenity Managing Partner for Asia Jonas Thürig

NDB Wealth Management Ltd, following its strategic collaboration with nVentures PTE Ltd, successfully hosted an exclusive educational workshop, ‘Startup Investing 101.’ 

This event aimed to demystify the fundamentals of start-up investing for high-net-worth (HNW) clients, fostering a deeper understanding of the venture capital landscape.

The event began with opening remarks from nVentures Co-founder and Managing Partner Chalinda Abeykoon and NDB Wealth Management Ltd CEO Ruwan Perera sharing their insights. This set the tone for an engaging and informative evening, emphasising the critical role of education in nurturing the next generation of angel investors.
The highlight of the evening was a comprehensive presentation by Accelerating Asia Ventures Co-founder and General Partner Craig Dixon. Dixon’s presentation covered essential topics such as determining start-up valuations, managing investment portfolios, negotiating terms and establishing a reputation as a leading angel investor. The workshop’s educational depth provided attendees with practical knowledge and actionable strategies.
This was followed by a dynamic Q&A session with an esteemed panel of international experts alongside Dixon and including e27 Co-founder and CEO Mohan Belani and Tenity for APAC Vice President and Managing Partner for Asia Jonas Thürig.

These experts shared their insights and experiences, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with industry leaders and deepen their understanding of start-up investing.

Perera said, “Our collaboration with nVentures has been instrumental in bringing world-class expertise to our clients. This workshop not only provided valuable insights into the world of start-up investing but also strengthened our commitment to supporting our clients’ investment journeys.”

The evening concluded with a networking cocktail, providing a platform for participants to connect, exchange ideas and explore potential collaborations. The event attracted a diverse group of HNW clients who have expressed an interest in startup investing, reflecting the growing enthusiasm for venture capital in the region.

This workshop served as a follow-up to NDB Wealth’s debut event in collaboration with nVentures, which aimed to connect start-up founders with NDB Wealth’s HNW clientele. The success of Startup Investing 101 underscores NDB Wealth’s commitment to providing its clients with valuable educational opportunities and fostering a vibrant investment community.