Top 10 Finalists Of The Ultimate Start-Up Space
February 28, 2010 by Gwendolyn Regina T
The quest by over 200 participants for The Ultimate Start-Up Space has reached a midpoint high with 10 finalists having been chosen. The next few weeks will have the finalists attend courses, go on radio interviews and polish up their 10-page business plans to vie for the top prize.
Each team had to submit a 60-second video to participate in the competition, and some teams submitted several. We present you the 10 finalists and some of their video submissions, in no order of merit.
Update: We have a winner!
(To view the rest of the finalists’ entries, please visit the gallery.)
All Things Green And Beautiful: Elaine Pang, Peck Yin
ATGAB goal is to preserve the environment we live in by starting a serious green business of recycling. Our Objective is put together unwanted materials, transforming them with a clever touch of redesign into virgin, novel products, giving them once again, a new lease of life.
Amnesia: Wayne Tan, Tzu Yien, Kong Sai Hong, Ajax Wui, Ezza, Benjie
Temporarily forget where you are at Amnesia. Let our innovative full 360deg multi-media projectors take you around the World while you sip on your “local” signature drink/cocktail. Feeling inspired? Our Martell V.S.O.P.-based DIY ensures premium top-quality whiskey, while setting you free to create your very own original cocktail!
Bon Soir Dark Dining: Leroy Xavier Zhong
Imagine taking a meal in absolute darkness. Embark on an extraordinary culinary adventure where the visually impaired are hired and trained to serve as professional waiters/guides. Bon Soir – Dark Dining offers a surreal wining & dining experience that will take your sense of taste to new heights.
Hemeryx – The Bar that Connects: Quek JingYu
A bar that uses interactive wall to change ambiance, interactive tables play games with each other and strangers at other tables. As Hemeryx expands worldwide, people can connect with strangers chilling elsewhere on Earth. Stay connected with each other through our website and makes your reservation for next get-together.
OliveScreens: Ganesan Vijay Srinivas
OliveScreens combines two best things in life, namely FOOD and MOVIES. The food menu and ambience of the restaurant, depends on the movie shown in the restaurant. For instance, if we show a French movie or a movie setup in France, we will serve you authentic French food.
RADIOactive: Drew Crothers
RADIOactive empowers brands to operate their own Radio channel, communicating with targeted audiences via mobile devices. With a 24/7 International Party Radio Channel, the space will house the studio and function as an outlet for prize redemptions, sampling and venue for making on-site paid dedications which will go to charity.
The Chocolate Museum: Stephanie Chia
Discover a unique line of luxury chocolates that haven’t been marketed in Singapore – until now! A one-stop avenue offering a world of quality chocolates from France, Belgium, Venezuela, and more. Learn to pair ‘em with wine or spirits for that extra oomph while you party away at Clarke Quay.
The Chupitos Bar: Jamie Koh and Cherilyn Tan
At Chupitos, shots are our specialty! Our shots pop, fizz, sizzle and burn, and are served with tricks, toys, candy and more, ensuring an experience to remember. Perfect for barhopping.
The Sandwich Boutique: Timothy Ross-Watson
The Sandwich Boutique offers unique gourmet sandwiches that are definitely a “rise above” your average sandwich. Chef Tim, who was trained in London, has created a menu of exquisite sandwiches. Each sandwich comes with a personal recommendation of beverages like tea, beer/cider and Martell Cognac VSOP to compliment your meal!
YOUnique: Low Boon Joo
YOUnique provides an professional fashion makeover service for you to doll up yourself with different make-ups, hairdo, scents and fashion wear for every function/party just for you! Express makeover services for party goers or premium makeover services for function goers are provided! Ensuring a UNIQUE you for every event!
The judging panel for the challenged consisted of representatives from INSEAD, Standard Chartered Bank, Pernod Ricard Singapore, Origo Ventures and other partners.
To view the rest of the finalists’ entries, please visit the gallery.
Read: 8 Tips to Setting Up Your Food and Beverage Business in Singapore
Update: We have a winner!
Update: The Ultimate Start-Up Space competition is back again this year with a bigger and better space.
About The Author
Gwendolyn Regina T - Co-Founder and Editor-in-Chief
Apart from SGE, Gwen is also a Partner at Thymos Capital, where she focuses on early stage investments in technology firms. She has had two exits out of her investments via the firm, one of which is iHipo. A frequent judge for business competitions both locally and overseas, she graduated from the National University of Singapore. Gwen also spent some time in Silicon Valley and studied in Stanford University under the NUS Overseas College programme. Gwen is a mentor at Spanish incubator Tetuan Valley, Polish incubator Gamma Rebels, the Singapore Ambassador for the Sandbox network and the Singapore curator for StartupDigest. She enjoys languages, travelling, dance and adventure sports. Gwen can be found on LinkedIn and Twitter.
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