GFA017. Recording today’s podcast as I am packing up for my USA trip. I’ll be flying from Hong Kong over to San Francisco and taking a road trip around the country with my wife and friend Attila. anyone interested to check out the funny movie trailer I recorded, can do so on Socialagent.me/roadtrip!
Opening a Merchant Account From Hong Kong with Jo Chan from Asiapay
GFA016. One of the top questions I get asked is how can Hong Kong companies accept credit cards (Visa / Mastercard) for their online businesses? We know what a headache it is for hong kong merchant account applicants and they are left in the dark. So many are only using Paypal, due to either application processes being tedious and expensive, or just not knowing of a feasible solution. So today my friend Gary Lam helped connect me to Jo Chan, the Founder and President of AsiaPay – the leading merchant services provider for Hong Kong companies.
3 Ways to Raise Funds & Differences of USA from Hong Kong
GFA015. Part 2 of a 2 part series, Jon gets deep into equity financing structure at the seed level, breaking down the 3 main structures when raising startup capital. He also goes over the difference raising money in Hong Kong (Asia) versus USA (Silicon Valley). Take out your notebooks, this is jammed with value and examples.
Hong Kong Startup Scene Beginnings with Jon Buford
GFA014. This is a jam packed session about how the Hong Kong startup community spark started and how the first coworking space, BootHK was established. Leading into Jon’s latest venture Makible which has traction and funding – Jon shares the story.
This is part 1 of a 2 part series. The next series goes into the 3 structures when raising startup capital.
China-Axlr8r Accelerator Program Fireside Chat
GFA013. Today is a special one for me, being an alumni of Chinaccelerator program’s 3rd batch where I started Social Agent and met my soon-to-be-wife Wendy, I get to host a “fireside chat” with Todd and Cyril while Todd was in Shenzhen on a roadshow. Applications for their 5th batch are open for another week so check it out and see if you can Apply your startup in their program today!
International Venture Capitalist Tim Draper visits Hong Kong
GFA012. The final part of our special StartMeUp Hong Kong series, we have here with us Tim Draper a world renowned venture capitalist! He’s visiting Hong Kong as the Venture Forum’s keynote speaker, and shares some valuable insights about trends in industries happening around the world, and opportunities for Hong Kong, Asia based companies specifically.
What Hong Kong can Learn from the Israel Startup Scene with Jon Medved
GFA011. As part of the 2nd of a 3 part series, we have here with us Jonathan Medved visiting Hong Kong from Israel. He’s a serial entrepreneur and an amazing speaker and all around fun guy to chat with! He gives us some real advice about how startup communities form, join in together to support each other – and how Israel has become Number 2 in producing innovation after Silicon Valley!
Douglas Richard from School for Startups in UK shares his Asia Perspective
GFA010. We’re in for a treat! This is a special 3 part series for the StartMeUp.Hk’s Venture Forum speakers. I was able to interview Doug right off the plane from London, getting some great insights on his experiences selling his company in USA, moving to UK to start an investment fund, getting to become a Dragon on Dragon’s Den and his new venture School for Startups.
Global B2B Business and R&D Fundraising in Singapore with Chris Gormley
GFA009. Chris Gormley is the guy to know for doing International Business and we’re really lucky to have him on the show! He has setup and operated companies all over the world, with 11 current entities structured in places such as UK, Hong Kong, Montreal, Australia, China, Singapore, and United States.
Importing Insight into China via Hong Kong with Bas Van Der Wals
GFA008. Today we have a Dutch businessman based in Shanghai, Sebastian Van Der Wals, explaining his process of setting up a Hong Kong company, establishing himself in Shanghai, China, and building up his wine distribution in the Chinese market.
Practical Legal Advice for Overseas Businesses with Andrew Leyden
GFA007. Today we’re in for a treat – Andrew Leyden, my good friend having met in the Hong Kong startup community, a retired American lawyer, spills his guts on how it is as an American doing business overseas, as well as straight up legal advice and tax advice. Again, he and I want to be careful, don’t quote us – please consult a professional tax accountant or attorney for your specific case! Enjoy this one everyone!
Tips on HK Company Share Transfer & Merchant Accounts with Marshall Taplits
GFA006. Thanks so much for being on the show Marshall, people have been learning a lot and messaging me to thank you already!
InvestHK’s Charles Ng Shares on Ways Businesses Leverage their Government Programs
GFA005. Interested to learn about Hong Kong’s government initiatives to help businesses startup, base, and grow with Hong Kong as their headquarters? Then today’s episode is for you! We’ll sit down with Charles Ng, Associate Director of InvestHK and heading their new initiative StartupMeUp.HK. Listeners today can learn how they can better get benefit from the Hong Kong government programs, and talk to a real person about finding their way in Hong Kong’s many business programs offered!
Hong Kong Visas & Immigrations with Stephen Barnes
GFA004. Today we sit down with Stephen Barnes from Hong Kong Visa Centre and discuss how business owners should consider the visa and immigration process in Hong Kong. Is it right for them? Will they be registering a HK Limited and planning to remain in Hong Kong, or working “offshore”?
Casey Lau from StartupsHK + Softlayer Catalyst on the Hong Kong Startup Scene
GFA003. Today’s episode I’m lucky enough to catch an interview w/ Casey Lau, co-founder of Startups HK and also the Asia Pacific Community manager at Softlayer Hosting. I get some time to chat about the Hong Kong startup scene and how those who have a Hong Kong company but not in the local area can get involved.
Sunny Wong, Hong Kong Accountant – Straight Talk About Registering in HK
GFA002. In this episode, I interview my current accountant, Sunny Wong, and get expert insights on items you’re considering when opening or maintaining a Hong Kong company. Try not to get too complex or boring, this is geared towards those in the beginning stages of a HK company setup process.
What To Consider When Opening a Hong Kong Company
GFA001. My first podcast, I pushed it out quickly to get the ball rolling after an amazing DCBKK (Dynamite Circle mastermind) a week earlier. Please be easy on me – its my first podcast and more to come regularly. Thinking weekly, will settle on a regular schedule soon.