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One of the most frequently asked questions at any startup event or investor panel, is “how do investors value a startup?”. The unfortunate answer to the question is: it depends.

Startup valuation, as frustrating as this may be for anyone looking for a definitive answer, is, in fact, a relative science, and not an exact one. For those of you that want to understand the tricks, listen to our newest podcast episode this week with Alvin Cahyadi from AC Ventures

Last month, Colin Huang who was still only 40 years old temporarily beat Jack Ma as the 2nd richest man in China. Beyond that, his company Pinduoduo introduced one of the most disruptive model in ecommerce. They dominated China’s 2nd & 3rd tier ecommerce market with a “social/group buying” business model. So, what exactly is Pinduoduo doing? Find out more on this week’s episode!

When talking about building a tech startup, product design and UI/UX are often the buzzwords that we listen a lot. So, actually what is UI/UX? Is design an art or science in tech product? How do you combine both to create a high-performing product? Joining us on this episode is Sabrina Anggraini, CEO & Cofounder of Natuno Lab!

For the last few years, IOT has been on the lips of people in tech. The adoption of IOT will enable a more robust and connected internet economy. So, what is IOT and why should you care about it? How is the implementation in Indonesia? Why adoption in new retail, smart homes, and physical intensive industry will be a game changer? Find out more on this week’s episode!

Facebook is one of the most influential companies in the world. The social media powerhouse is often in the center of attention during political years. Joining us this week is Noudhy Valdryno, Facebook’s Politics & Government Outreach for Indonesia & APAC. What does the inner working of FB look like? Is the culture as open as it seems from the outside? And what does it take to apply and get accepted as a Facebook team? Listen to today’s episode for more!

Product Manager (PM) is one of the most important roles in a tech startup. They are often dubbed as the “CEO” of a product. However, there are a lot of myths and questions out there about the role. Joining us is Maulana Ibrahim, Product Manager of Gopay. He set up the operation of Gopay from zero and helped build the product to be the e-money juggernaut it is today. Calling out all PM enthusiast, this one is for you!

Fintech has been on everybody’s lips since 2016. However, fast forward 2020, Indonesia still has a lot of problems to be tackled from a fintech pov. For instance, our bank penetration is still only 48% (JP Morgan, 2019). Facebook’s recent investment in Gojek which was reportedly to implement payment on Whatsapp, has poked the question: how can the next gen of fintech founders provide innovative solution? Joining us on this episode is Nadia Amalia, founder & CEO of CerdikMapan.com and MIT Master of Finance 2020!

Startup looks so sexy from the outside, but what does the story really look like from the inside? Is it really as glamorous and rosy as the media pictures? Or is it a story of failure and having the power to get back up again. Joining us is Fauzan Gani, founder and CEO of Doogether - Indonesia’s first wellness tech startup!

“If you are a CMO and you’re not in esports, you are going to risk getting fired” - Tobias Sherman (WME-IMG). So, what’s so hyped about it? With massive number of players in Indonesia and a staggering 38% YoY growth, esports is the talk of the town. Brands are looking into it, sponsorship money are being thrown, and Millennials’ attention is being captured. Check out this episode where we discuss about this growing industry!