I'm Elise Tan, founder of Asia Startup Network and co-founder of Makan for Hope and Mentor for Hope initiatives.

My North Star

“Defend the weak and the fatherless; uphold the cause of the poor and oppressed.”

Psalm 82:3 (NIV)

My Strengths

• Attracting awesome people to change the world together :)

• Breaking down a problem and solving it fast

• Connecting the dots to create positive impact quickly and successfully

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My Passions

• Empowering the disadvantaged as well as women with financial management skills

• Helping promising startup founders to gain access to resources and networks to quickly yet sustainably grow and expand outside of Asia

• Influencing investors to maximise positive outcomes of their investment

• Leveling the playing field for children from low income families or with special needs

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I advocate for

• Fair women's rights, particularly working or single mums

• Fair startup investment terms

• Support for children and youths from low income families