The Start Society is an organization that supports tech startups by providing office space, policy guidance, connections, insights, support, and community engagement. They operate in multiple countries, including Australia, Myanmar, Singapore, and Thailand. The society offers various resources such as an ecosystem map, regional memberships, and investor profiles. They also host events like the Wednesday Entrepreneurs Lunch and SydStart. The Start Society aims to foster founder ecosystems, helping startups to start, connect, and grow.
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Pete Cooper is a seasoned innovator and investor with over 20 years of experience in the technology, internet, and finance industries across more than a dozen countries. He is the founder of A Coco Project, a volunteer initiative aimed at creating a global community collaboration platform, starting with medical records for billions in developing countries. Pete has a proven track record in aligning business strategy with technology, tech startup investing, and international business development. He has held leadership roles in various organizations, including Cooper & Co, The Start Society, and KBZ Bank, where he contributed to significant digital transformations and financial inclusion initiatives. Pete is also an award-winning mentor, actively involved in mentoring tech startups through organizations like the Founder Institute and Startmate. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science in Computing Science from the University of Technology Sydney and has completed executive courses at Harvard Business School and the University of Oxford. Pete is based in Thailand and is passionate about leveraging technology for social impact and financial inclusion.