Prof. Sutee Yoksan – Dengue vaccine pioneer; his work underpins the Qdenga vaccine, approved in the EU. 

Fawn Veerasunthorn – Director of Disney’s Wish (2023), and the first Thai to lead a Disney animated feature. 

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Maneerut Anulomsombut – CEO of Sea (Thailand), a tech company behind platforms like Shopee and Garena, reflecting Chulalongkorn’s strong presence in digital business leadership.

Yod Chinsupakul – CEO of LINE MAN Wongnai, Thailand’s leading food and lifestyle platform born out of digital innovation.

PatSnap: A leading provider of AI-powered IP and R&D intelligence tools, founded by NUS alumni. Achieved US$100 million in annual recurring revenue in 2024. 

SolanaFM | SMU
Accelerating DeFi with a $6.3 M seed raise.
Born as an SMU hackathon project, SolanaFM became the go-to blockchain explorer for Solana, and was acquired by Jupiter Exchange to scale its decentralized finance stack.

Mr. Kan Trakulhoon – Managing Director of The Siam Cement Public Company Limited (SCG), one of Thailand’s largest industrial conglomerates.

Angga Fauzan — Co-founder of MySkill, an edtech startup supporting youth career readiness.

Achmad Zaky — Founder of Bukalapak and venture firm Init 6, a key figure in Indonesia’s tech ecosystem.

Nurhayati Subakat — Founder of PT Paragon Technology & Innovation, home to cosmetic brands Wardah and Make Over.

VNUHN-Holdings — Launched in 2023 with funding from alumnus Đỗ Quang Hiển, this investment company is a landmark VNU initiative. It serves as a venture platform for commercializing university-born research and scaling spin-offs, strengthening the bridge between academia and enterprise.

Ngô Bảo Châu — A Fields Medal-winning mathematician and VNU alumnus, globally recognized for his breakthrough work in algebraic geometry and number theory.

De Eco SR Hygiene Sdn. Bhd. — Founded in 2020, this USM spin-off develops sustainable hygiene products, including biodegradable sanitary pads. The company is celebrated for its innovative approach to green sanitation and has received multiple awards in eco-innovation and sustainable design.

Bioapps Sdn. Bhd. — Founded by Prof. Dato’ Seri Ir. Dr. Noor Azuan Abu Osman, Bioapps is internationally known for high-quality, accessible orthopedic and prosthetic devices with a strong emphasis on social impact and medical innovation.

EssentiNutrien Sdn. Bhd. — Led by Prof. Dr. Fung Shin Yee, the company is the first to produce patented Tiger Milk Mushroom extracts with verified bioactivities, targeting chronic asthma and other health applications.

Xcess Pressure Sdn. Bhd. — Founded by Dr. Iswadi Jauhari, this green energy spin-off specializes in in-pipe hydro power generation and has secured pilot projects with major Malaysian utilities.

Carousell | NUS

Redefining secondhand shopping for millions across Southeast Asia.

Founded by alumni of the NUS Overseas Colleges (NOC) programme, Carousell grew from a student idea into one of the region’s largest online marketplaces for pre-loved goods. Its simple, mobile-first platform made buying and selling seamless, empowering communities to embrace sustainable consumption.

Carousell reached unicorn status in 2021 with a valuation of US$1.1 billion, a milestone that reflects its impact on shaping the future of circular commerce.

Maskit — Originally launched as a reusable mask startup, now offers eco-friendly home and personal care products

Flip — A fintech pioneer offering affordable interbank transfers.

Workstream
Powering hiring for 5,000+ companies across APAC & the US.
Founded by SMU alumnus Desmond Lim, Workstream evolved from a text-based app into a full-service HR platform—now scaling out of Silicon Valley.