Want To Do Business in Taiwan? Here’s What You Need To Know

Many foreign founders are drawn to Taiwan as a place to build their businesses. Yet bureaucracy, months-long incorporation hurdles and strict investment checks for possible Chinese ties often stand in the way. As a result, some local companies end up registering in countries like Singapore or the US, costing Taiwan valuable revenue. We explore the lessons and challenges for those who persist in Taiwan’s resource-rich startup ecosystem. Featuring:

Elias Ek, cofounder and CEO, Enspyre
Ta-Wei Wang, general manager, Pinehurst Studios
Vivien Rogero, cofounder and CEO, Prompt Master Pro
Tek Lim, founder and CEO, Next Integral
Jachim Gobien, CEO and chief product officer, Stagepay
LK Shelley, director, ARMCo