Submission New Deadline: February 22, 2024
*PLEASE NOTE THIS SCHEDULE IS TENTATIVE AND SUBJECT TO CHANGE*
Requirements & Qualifications for Contestants:
- Contestants must be bachelor or graduate students
- Contestants must develop and present their business projects in English
- Contestants must be part of a group comprising 2 and 4
Screening Round:
- Contestants submit preliminary business projects through online platform provided. https://forms.gle/fKZMzHMnBH72HSgf8
- Contestants send a 5-minute VIDEO clip, covering the project pain points, proposing business solutions within the innovation domain, and discussing the technology behind business and financial models.
- The submitted projects will be reviewed by the competition committee, and 10 projects (groups) will be selected to compete in the final round.
Final Round and Award Ceremony: March 28-29, 2024
- The 10 finalists will participate in a 2-day hackathon competition at Bangkok University, during March 28-29, 2024.
- Contestants will develop completed innovative business projects, benefit from mentoring by Berkeley SkyDeck Venture Capital Investors, among others, during our 2-day workshop, and actively participate in pitching their innovative business ventures.
- Contestants must present in PPT/Canva format, showing pain points, and innovative business solutions, with business & financial models.
- First, second, third, and 4 honorable mention awards are to be announced after the competition.
- Application Period: Until February 22, 2024
- Screening Round-Result Announcement: February 29, 2024
- Final Round: Mentoring/Pitching/Award Ceremony: March 28-29, 2024
- 1st Prize: THB 100,000 and a certificate.
- 2nd Prize: THB 80,000 and a certificate.
- 3rd Prize: THB 50,000 and a certificate.
- Honorable Mention (4 awards): THB 10,000 each and a certificate
Domestic Hospitality Fees * (Optional)
Hospitality Fees of USD 100 paid after the Top 10 Finalist Teams are selected
- International Teams: USD 100 covers 3-night accommodation, airport pick-up, drop-off, and local transfers between the accommodation and event venue, including breakfast and lunch.
- University in Thailand Teams (optional)
Eligibility Criteria
Contestant Qualifications:
– Contestants must be bachelor or graduate students
– Teams should consist of 2 to 4 members
Language Requirement:
– Business projects must be developed and presented in English
International Contestants:
– The 2nd BU x Berkeley SkyDeck Fund Hackathon 2024 welcomes contestants internationally
Competition Structure:
– The competition comprises two rounds: Screening Round and Final Round
Screening Round Criteria:
– Contestants submit a 5-minute video covering project pain points, and proposed innovative solutions behind business and financial models
– The competition committee reviews projects, and 10 groups are selected to advance to the Final Round
Final Round Criteria:
– The final 10 groups of contestants in a 2-day hackathon competition at Bangkok University
– Business projects are presented in PPT or Canva format, covering pain points, and proposed innovative solutions behind business and financial models
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can participate in the 2nd BU x Berkeley SkyDeck Fund Hackathon 2024?
Bachelor or graduate students in groups of 2 to 4, internationally
How is the competition structured?
The competition consists of a Screening Round, where initial projects are submitted via a 5-minute video, and a Final Round, featuring a on-site 2-day hackathon.
What are the key dates for the competition?
Applications are accepted until February 22, 2024. Results are announced on February 29, 2024. The Final Round is scheduled for March 28-29, 2024.
What is the language requirement for project presentations?
Business projects must be developed and presented in English.
What are the prizes for the Final Round?
1st Prize: THB 100,000 and a certificate, 2nd Prize: THB 80,000 and a certificate, 3rd Prize: THB 50,000 and a certificate, and four Honorable Mention awards, each receiving THB 10,000 along with a certificate.
How are business projects evaluated in the Screening and Final Rounds?
Projects are evaluated based on criteria such as a grasp of business concepts, problem examination, strategy expression, clarity of materials, presentation skills, and adherence to time limits.
How is the Final Round presentation structured?
Final Round presentations include a 7-minute presentation followed by a Q&A session. The presentation responds to feedback received during the competition day.
What are the attire and recording environment requirements for submissions?
Teams are required to dress in business casual attire for both recorded and live presentations. Additionally, teams should ensure an appropriate background when participating in Zoom or recorded sessions.
Mentors
Mr. Brian Bordley
- Partner, Berkeley SkyDeck Fund
- Startup operator expert & Venture capitalist
- Founder of a 3D printing company, Eucl3D
Asst. Prof. Ulrike Guelich
Global Entrepreneurship Monitor (Thailand Team leader)
Mr. William Burke
- Serial Entrepreneur & Brand Strategist: 25+ years crafting brand strategies for startups and Fortune 50 companies
- Partners In New Thinking: Advisor, focusing on brand design and market strategy, accelerating startup growth and securing next-stage funding
Mr. Jordan Sun
Vice President of Product, Softbank Robotics America:
- 15+ years leadership in technology, government & finance
- Former Chief Innovation Officer for the City of San José Mayor’s Office
- U.S. Army Reserve veteran (Major rank) in Afghanistan, Japan, and Taiwan
- Alumnus of Yale and New York University
Mr. Nuttapum Assawasirisin
- Investment Director at Oventure Group, a dynamic family office of a branch of the Osathanugrah family
- 10+ years of experience in investment and investment banking
Dr. Chaiyatorn Limapornvanich
- Head of Innovation Foresight Institute – National Innovation Agency (NIA),
Ministry of Higher Education, Science, Research and Innovation - Former Innovation Strategy Manager – National Innovation Agency (NIA), Ministry of Science and Technology
Dr. Wutnipong Warakraisawad
- Babson Collaborative Advisory Board
- Dean, School of Entrepreneurship and Management, Bangkok University
Dr. Teerasak Na ranong
- Director and Audit Committee, Rachapruek Hospital Public Company limited
- Board Member, Financial Management and Asset Management, Thai Health Promotion Foundation
- State Enterprise Director (Finance and Risk Management), State Enterprise Policy Office (SEPO), Ministry of Finance