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Backing Central Asia's Next Winners: The Lens of Investors & Founders

This fireside chat brings together investors and a founder to explore the region’s evolving startup ecosystem through real portfolio case studies, sharing firsthand lessons on sourcing deals, navigating market entry, and creating value across high-growth sectors. Central Asia is fast becoming one of the world’s most exciting emerging venture markets, with startup funding growing at a 32% annualised rate over the past five years. Gain practical insights into the opportunities, risks, and competitive advantages of investing early in Central Asia’s next generation of breakout companies.

Speakers

Adil Nurgozhin

Adil Nurgozhin

Managing Partner, Big Sky Capital

Vijay Tirathrai

Vijay Tirathrai

Managing Director, STS Capital

Abdullo Kurbanov

Abdullo Kurbanov

Co-Founder of Alif Bank and Co-Founder & CEO, Ayan Capital

Dalerkhon Nodirov

Dalerkhon Nodirov

Chief Executive Officer, IT Park Ventures