Supported by 20 global financial and corporate partners collectively managing an AUM close to $100billion and operating across Asia, Europe and North America, the latest edition of the Elevator Pitch International Competition (EPIC 2025), organised by Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation (HKSTP), is set to kick off in November.
With only three weeks left to go until the application window closes, global startups still have the opportunity to take part in EPIC, now in its ninth year, which will focus on fintech, digital health and green tech. Participants will 60-second pitch their way to business matching and investment opportunities for a lift towards success.
Mid- to late-stage startups under 10 years old, focusing on digital health tech, fintech, or greentech, and registered as businesses with plans to expand R&D or operations to Hong Kong and/or the Greater Bay Area (GBA), are eligible to enter for EPIC.
As the journey moves along, a series of highlights in the week-long EPIC Week will be made available to finalists speeding for the finish line, including:
- Tech Spotlight for a showcase of their innovative solutions exclusive to potential investors and corporate decision-makers, in engaging instant and in-depth conversations
- the Greater Bay Area Exploration for a guided tour of a glimpse into the vast opportunities in the GBA and beyond.
The event offers a $100million targeted funding pool, $240,000 cash prizes, and extensive experience for mid- to late-stage startups to grow from regional names to international labels.
Albert Wong, CEO of HKSTP, said: “Following the success of EPIC 2024 receiving applause from 47 economies, making it a more impactful event is where we’re going this year, as well as more inclusive, which is why we’re having new tech tracks, at a new location in Hong Kong, with new formats, yet one thing remains the same—it is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.”
Key Dates
- Application Period: Now to 17 June 2025, 23:59 (GMT+8)
- Online Regional Pitch: July 2025
- Finalist Announcement: August 2025
- EPIC Week in Hong Kong: 3 – 7 November 2025
