Teddy Oetomo

Innovators Shaping Asia

Gary Liu, Swan Gin Beh, Tony Han, Ming Maa, Teddy Oetomo, Hua Fung Teh

This event analyzes the explosive growth of Asia's unicorn ecosystem, which now accounts for one-third of global valuations and is driven by a massive, rising middle class across its $2.8 trillion Southeast Asian economy. Case studies from Grab, One Championship, WeRide, and Bukalapak illustrate how leaders leverage hyper-localized strategies, deep government collaboration, and the digitization of the informal economy to navigate diverse regulatory landscapes. By focusing on infrastructure gaps and IP export potential, these companies are transforming the region from a consumer of global technology into a primary source of innovation and market disruption.