Startup

Startup life is fast, messy, and full of decisions. This category focuses on tools and frameworks to help founders validate ideas, test business models, and make smarter moves early on, without wasting time or energy.

About this Category

Startups are built in uncertainty. This track dives into the key challenges founders face in the earliest stages: idea validation, customer discovery, business model testing, and go-to-market readiness. You’ll learn how to avoid common pitfalls and focus on the work that matters most at this stage.

Sessions cover real examples and proven methods that reduce risk, improve clarity, and help founders move forward confidently. Whether you're building your MVP or trying to find product-market fit, these insights will help you stay grounded and intentional in a high-velocity environment.

Meet our Speakers

We've gathered some of the top experts in the field to discuss this topic. With years of experience between them, they're well-equipped to offer invaluable insights and perspectives.

Emmanuel Setyawan

Emmanuel Setyawan

Innovation Coach | Owner, Accolade Coaching

Talks

Building Innovation Capability in Your Business

20 December 2024, 06:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

Breaking the ‘Big Bet’ Myth: How Sustainable Innovation Really Works

18 February 2025, 03:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

Beyond the Tech: Why Innovation Isn’t Defined by Technology Alone

04 March 2025, 03:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

Why Traditional Business Plans Fail: And What to Do Instead.

04 July 2025, 07:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

Innovation on a Shoestring: Running Effective Experiments for Less

25 July 2025, 07:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

Pivoting with Precision: How to Avoid the Trap of Constant Change

15 August 2025, 07:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan

The Future of Logistics: How Zipline is Disrupting Delivery with Drones

05 September 2025, 07:00 AM
Emmanuel Setyawan