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KisStartup drives Vietnamese climate action as Official Outreach Partner for LowCarbon.Earth

KisStartup is thrilled to announce a strategic partnership with the LowCarbon.Earth Program, a leading accelerator for climate tech startups. Implemented by the Massive Earth Foundation in collaboration with the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), this program aims to drive sustainable development and address pressing challenges related to climate change and environmental pollution.

LowCarbon.Earth has established itself as a prominent player in the Asia-Pacific region, supporting over 100 startups, mobilizing more than $350 million in funding, and receiving over 2,500 applications from various countries. The program focuses on developing innovative solutions in the climate tech space, contributing to significant advancements in the fight against climate change and environmental protection.

Through its partnership with Massive Earth Foundation, KisStartup will act as the official outreach partner for the LowCarbon.Earth Program in Vietnam, supporting the promotion and recruitment of startups, particularly in the climate tech sector. Additionally, KisStartup will contribute to the selection and introduction of experts from its network to support the program, while also sharing insights into the Vietnamese market to facilitate effective entry for international startups. We are committed to driving registrations for the LowCarbon.Earth 2024 program through our extensive community and ecosystem in Vietnam.

This collaboration not only opens up new opportunities for Vietnamese startups but also contributes to building a sustainable startup ecosystem, playing a vital role in the battle against climate change and environmental pollution. KisStartup and the LowCarbon.Earth Program are committed to working together to create positive and long-lasting impacts on society and the environment.
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For any questions, please contact
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/kisstartup 
Website: https://www.kisstartup.com/ 
Email: hello@kisstartup.com 
Contact: (+84) 0966.848.358 (Mr. Kiet)
 

KisStartup is honored to have accompanied the "Ready to Export (R2E)" program over the past two years, sponsored by the Dutch Business Association Vietnam (DBAV) and led by ASSIST. The program aims to enhance the capacity of Vietnamese small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to become long-term partners in the value chain of foreign direct investment (FDI) enterprises, Dutch companies, and multinational enterprises (MNEs), contributing to building competitive and reliable Vietnamese SME trade partners.

On August 9th, the first class for businesses in the Northern region officially took place. Our joy lies in accompanying SMEs on their continuous journey to bring "Made in Vietnam" products to the global market. A special feature of this year's class is that, under the guidance of KisStartup, businesses have utilized artificial intelligence (AI) tools in export activities. AI can strongly support businesses in market research, customer understanding, and identifying truly quality export pathways. For the first time, we also introduced the SATTO tool—an export readiness measurement tool developed by KisStartup in collaboration with Vinno. The questions and concerns of business owners when faced with changing their business models to better prepare for the bigger challenge called Export; their enthusiasm and eagerness when engaging with new tools; and the connections formed within the small community after the class have created memorable values for us over the past two R2E seasons.

The program will take place every Friday for 10 weeks, covering various topics that help businesses equip themselves with the necessary management, operational, and export skills. Classes are organized in Hanoi for Northern businesses and in Ho Chi Minh City for Southern businesses. For detailed program information, please refer to the link: https://www.readytoexport.org/

On June 19, 2024, KisStartup, in collaboration with ADN Communications Company, successfully held the online workshop "Practicing ESG in the financial sector and export sector." The event attracted many businesses and individuals interested in using ESG standards to boost competitiveness, attract investment, and expand markets.

In the workshop, expert Diem Anh highlighted the importance and application of ESG in the finance and export sectors in Vietnam. Additionally, we discussed a green transformation case study of ACB Bank, showcasing positive changes in the industry. In the export sector, Thành Công Group was also mentioned as a prime example of green transformation.

Later in the workshop, we provided guidance on using the ITC Standards Map and Biotrade Map online tools, helping businesses look up sustainability standards and observe green trade trends to develop suitable export products

We look forward to seeing you again in the final training session on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, and hope to continue receiving your enthusiastic support. If you are interested, please:

Register via the form:  https://forms.gle/qnwvxwtBQKhXPzAX9;

Access the project's brochure: 

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yOpw3kyZnYu5SR83_nDfz9MhL0eeogTg/view

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Any questions please contact:

Email: hello@kisstartup.com/hieult.kis startup@gmail.com

Hotline: +84.392161403 (Mr. Hieu)

Yesterday afternoon (June 12, 2024), a workshop jointly organized by KisStartup and ADN Communications Company provided valuable information and knowledge on effectively implementing ESG for businesses.
During the workshop, speaker Nguyen Diem Anh (CEO & Founder of ADN Communications Company) highlighted the importance of ESG in the context of globalization. ESG helps businesses meet the requirements and expectations of stakeholders such as governments, customers, investors, and partners. However, pursuing ESG presents challenges such as information overload and high initial costs. To avoid getting "lost" in the matrix of ESG frameworks and standards, businesses need to clearly define their goals based on their industry, scale, and current situation. Mrs. Diễm Anh introduced a 7-step model for implementing ESG, starting with simple steps like ensuring commitment and consistency within the company.

Later in the workshop, speaker Nguyen Dang Tuan Minh (CEO & Founder of KisStartup) shared insights on the differences between the business models (BM) of companies pursuing ESG principles and traditional businesses. According to her, as you pursue ESG principles, a company's business model will change in goals, scope, stakeholders, transparency reporting and creative innovation. Therefore, businesses need to thoroughly analyze their BM to identify the associated benefits and costs of pursuing ESG, enabling them to develop appropriate strategies.

We look forward to seeing you again in the next training session and hope to continue receiving your enthusiastic support.
If you are interested, please:
Register via the form: https://forms.gle/qnwvxwtBQKhXPzAX9;
Access the project's brochure: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yOpw3kyZnYu5SR83_nDfz9MhL0eeogTg/view
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Any questions please contact:
Email: hello@kisstartup.com/hieult.kis startup@gmail.com
Hotline: +84.392161403 (Mr. Hieu)

The first training session was successfully completed and brought about certain positive effects, as the ESG concept is currently of great interest to many guests, including business owners and experts. During the training session, speaker Nguyen Diem Anh (CEO & Founder of ADN Communications Company) discussed the concepts, standards, reference frameworks, and analyzed the importance of ESG compliance to the attendees. From this, the following conclusions were drawn.

• ESG is not optional but mandatory  for businesses in the context of globalization
• Depending on the field and characteristics, each business will have different ESG compliance strategies and reference frameworks
• The commitment from the leaders and managers plays a crucial role in ESG compliance.

During the discussion, participants (including business owners, lecturers, and consulting service providers) and the speaker discussed the importance of educating and training the younger generation (students) about ESG. Businesses should not only regard providing internship opportunities to students as fulfilling a community responsibility but also recognize that the younger generation will play a crucial role in the sustainable development of businesses in the future. Therefore, businesses and universities should proactively collaborate to not only teach theoretical knowledge but also apply students' ESG knowledge in practice.
In the next three training sessions, the speaker will provide knowledge and experiences on:

• Integrating ESG to increase competitiveness for businesses;
• Practicing ESG in the financial sector and export sector;
• Practice and Application of ESG in branding for businesses;

If you are interested, please:
Register via the form: Register via the form: https://forms.gle/qnwvxwtBQKhXPzAX9;
Access the project's brochure: 
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yOpw3kyZnYu5SR83_nDfz9MhL0eeogTg/view
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Any questions please contact:
Email: hello@kisstartup.com/hieult.kisstartup@gmail.com
Hotline: +84.392161403 (Mr. Hieu)

On June 19, 2024, we completed the final session of the Circular Economy Innovation & Entrepreneurship Program. The program attracted a diverse group of participants, ranging from university students and lecturers to businesses, investors

The program focused on introducing participants to the process of circularization, new developments in circular business models, and how to analyze and take advantage of their strengths to apply circular economy principles. We also organized networking sessions between participants and businesses with circular economy models such as VinaStraws, SDvico, and UPGREEN Vietnam. With their own experiences, these three businesses served as exemplary case studies, providing participants with clear perspectives on the practical application of the circular economy.

Additionally, following the program, we received two challenges from participating businesses that want to begin circularizing their business processes or innovating their business models towards circularity. These challenges will pave the way for future programs by KisStartup and KisImpact to further bring the circular economy into business practice. At the end of the training program, we will take time to complete and update the 2024 version of the training materials.

We sincerely thank the lecturers, businesses, and students for their participation, helping us to continue improving the 2024 version of the materials.
 

In preparation for the 2024 Aquaculture Innovation Contest in Ba Ria - Vung Tau, the Department of Science and Technology of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province partnered with KisStartup to organize a training program aimed at fostering idea development, building innovative projects, and technologies serving the aquaculture industry. This initiative was held offline at PetroVietnam University in Ba Ria - Vung Tau and online via the Zoom platform. During the training session, the Department of Science and Technology of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province emphasized the importance of promoting entrepreneurial innovation in the aquaculture industry in the overall development of the marine economy of Ba Ria - Vung Tau province.

The first training session witnessed many participants, including students, educators, investors, cooperatives, and other participants from PetroVietnam University and other universities nationwide. Together, they gained insights into the blue economy and its promising prospects for development. Teaching methodology that combined theory with hands-on practice led by Ms. Nguyen Dang Tuan Minh, co-founder of KisStartup. Participants were equipped with fundamental knowledge and tools to brainstorm and cultivate creative ideas and solutions for the aquaculture industry. This involved identifying challenges and needs within the industry, many of which stemmed from real-life issues within the participants' families and communities. The program also highlighted prominent issues in aquaculture such as water pollution and waste management. Additionally, the program guided participants in exploring best practices for utilizing resources within the blue economy, while ensuring sustainable marine conservation. A few initial ideas that had been developed, including biotechnology, maritime transportation, renewable energy from the sea, and coastal tourism.

During the second day, participants delved into constructing the initial business models for their ideas. Additionally, they had the opportunity to engage with entrepreneur Tran Thai Son, the founder of SDVICO, who shared insights from his entrepreneurial journey within the aquaculture sector. With a product ecosystem tailored for fishermen, SDVICO expanded from supplying a single product, an initial seawater filtration, to over 7 significant products, extending beyond Vung Tau and the fishing industry. As a result, Son's story inspired students to actively shape their futures and contribute to their homeland and community development.

In conclusion, over 50 students completed the initial steps in developing ideas and innovative projects in technology serving the aquaculture industry. The process encompassed identifying pertinent challenges facing the aquaculture industry, understanding the demand for innovative solutions, generating ideas from existing products and services, and developing startup project ideas. These projects and ideas will continue to develop over the next month under the coaching and mentoring from KisStartup.

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The training course aims to provide knowledge, tools, and support for the development of ideas, innovative projects, and technologies serving the aquaculture industry.

Next, in the training course, participants will explore market research methods for aquaculture ideas, products, and services, as well as collaboration models between aquaculture startup businesses and partners in the industry, taking place on May 14th and May 15th.
➤ Class Schedule: Morning 08:30 - 11:30, Afternoon 13:30 - 16:30
➤ Format: Hybrid (in-person combined with online)
➤ Venue: PetroVietnam University - 762 Cach Mang Thang Tam, Long Toan Ward, Ba Ria City, Ba Ria - Vung Tau Province.
➤ Target audience:
Students interested in entrepreneurship in the technology sector;
Projects, technology solutions with potential applications, addressing issues in the aquaculture industry.
➤ Registration link: https://forms.gle/eWSmNxTSPXutcdPR6 
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For any inquiries, please contact:
Fanpage: https://www.facebook.com/kisstartup
Email: hello@kisstartup.com

We would like to congratulate the Restaurants and Hotels that have completed the green transformation training of the Open Innovation Challenge Program for Green Transformation in Hotels and Restaurants and have been selected to enter the 2-month 1on1 coaching phase. Based on the actual situation and goals of each restaurant, we have designed a training program on green transformation communication and green transformation practices with the participation of leading domestic and international training experts. Common identified issues include waste classification, food waste treatment, energy and water saving, replacement of disposable plastics, use of environmentally friendly cleaning agents, and replacement with new materials and recycled materials have been linked to appropriate innovative solutions and technologies.

We started by working with restaurants to build data related to green transformation content. Changes in the habit of measuring and controlling metrics have helped restaurants find the cause of energy waste in restaurants and come up with solutions to save energy. In addition, participating restaurants also have the opportunity to access and connect with typical green solutions such as wastewater treatment and reuse technology or the application of green cleaning solutions, smart water meters, etc.

With 03 restaurants participating in the training program and 08 solutions introduced and connected, we believe that today's small efforts will lay the foundation for more sustainable values soon.

In observance of the auspicious Lunar New Year celebrations, we are pleased to announce that our company will be closed from February 1, 2024, to February 14, 2024. Regular business operations will resume on February 15, 2024.

The new year is a time for reflection and renewal. Let us take this opportunity to set new goals and make new resolutions. 

Wishing our customers and partners a prosperous and thriving new year!

From KisStartup team.

As always, the beginning of a new year is a time for our team to reflect on the results of the previous year and to prepare for the plans ahead. Here are some key metrics that we would like to share:

• 32: Number of events, including both in-person and online
• 44: Training sessions
• 126: Consulting and coaching sessions
• 3: New international markets: Japan, Canada
• 42: Programs designed and operated by KisStartup and KisImpact
• 9: Mentor-mentee pairs established in the SME 1on1 mentoring program
• 125: Networking community of businesses, startups, and investors, both domestic and international

For us, numbers are not just a reflection of success and failure. They are also a source of lessons and new ideas. We use them to improve our weaknesses and to be bolder in our changes.

To our partners, colleagues, and customers, we hope that these numbers provide a glimpse into our work and accomplishments. They are not the whole story, but they are a starting point for building trust and collaboration in the years to come.

We would like to express our sincere gratitude to the network of partners and collaborators in the KisStartup ecosystem for their tremendous efforts and support. We could not quantify their contributions, since they are invaluable.

From the KisStartup team.