Ankit Sethi — Co-Founder
I help startups, corporates, and innovation ecosystems unlock growth by designing and executing high-impact programs across APAC and the Middle East. Over the past 14+ years, I’ve worked at the intersection of innovation strategy, venture building, and ecosystem development — leading accelerator programs, scaling early-stage startups, and shaping future-facing product roadmaps for global brands like Colgate and emerging tech ventures. I’ve led regional expansion and growth initiatives that generated millions in new revenue, collaborated with Government and Corporate partners, and advised founders entering new markets. Whether it’s co-creating market entry programs, driving cross-border startup ecosystems, or launching new ventures, I thrive on building from zero-to-one and turning bold ideas into scalable impact. 🌍 Key Interests: Innovation Programs | Venture Building | Market Expansion | APAC–MENA Corridor 📬 Open to fractional roles, partnerships, and co-building opportunities with accelerators, VCs, startup studios, and future-forward companies.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Venture Builder with expertise in Innovation Strategy and Startup Ecosystems.
Location: Hong Kong, Hong Kong SAR
Experience: 13 yrs 3 mos
Skills
- Innovation Management
- Stakeholder Management
- Venture Building
- Growth Strategies
- Business Strategy
- Capital Advisory
- New Venture Launch
Career Highlights
- 14+ years of experience in innovation strategy and venture building.
- Led accelerator programs generating millions in new revenue.
- Expert in cross-border startup ecosystems and market entry.
Work Experience
HKSTP - Hong Kong Science and Technology Parks Corporation
Senior Manager - Regional Partnerships & Channel Development (Middle East) (5 mos)
Founder Institute
Innovation Partner (11 mos)
Numun Labs
Partner and Co-Founder (8 mos)
Designly Yours
Head of Growth & Strategy (1 yr 4 mos)
Asiarath
Growth & Program Consultant (1 yr 6 mos)
Colgate-Palmolive
Innovation Growth Lead (2 yrs 6 mos)
Circular City
Growth & Strategy (1 yr 1 mo)
Agorize
Head of Community - APAC (1 yr)
Independent Contractor
Digital Growth Strategist (1 yr 8 mos)
GoGet.my
Investor - Ex Head of Growth (2 yrs 5 mos)
SpotHelp
Founding Partner - Product & Growth (1 yr 3 mos)
Innvasion International
Co-Founder (2 yrs 1 mo)
SportsTurtle
Co-Founder | Director - Product & Growth (1 yr 2 mos)
D. E. Shaw & Co.
Strategic Growth Associate (1 yr 4 mos)
Education
Master of Science (MSc) at Nottingham University Business School
Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com.) at St. Joseph's College of Commerce
