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Virtual pitch competition aims to lift tech start-ups towards success in a post-pandemic world

  • Elevator Pitch Competition goes virtual this year, further cementing Hong Kong’s position as a leading innovation hub
  • Annual event organised by Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation attracts a diverse pool of start-ups from across the globe

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The Covid-19 pandemic is reshaping the business landscape and accelerating digital transformation and corporate innovation around the world. Companies are increasingly looking for collaborative opportunities with start-ups in order to stay competitive and explore new ideas for continuity and growth in this rapidly evolving market.

While businesses and entrepreneurs are adjusting to present conditions and navigating the “new normal,” this may not be enough. According to an April study by the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, the threat of the coronavirus could remain through 2024. That makes it important for start-ups and corporations alike to prepare for what will be the “next normal.”
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So how might start-ups build a path to success in the post-Covid world? The fifth annual Elevator Pitch Competition (EPiC), organised by the Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), can provide some answers. EPiC, which is being held virtually for the first time from November 6 to 13, not only connects global innovators with potential investors, but also offers invaluable experience for navigating these uncertain times.

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