Startup-centric events on a regular basis
Entrepreneurship, workshops, pitching, fintech,
learning expeditions, lifestyle, and more.
Demo Day Ask Jerry Challenge
April 20, 2018
Get ready for the most exciting Demo Day in Shanghai!
3 Startups in Lifestyle Tech will compete for Investment from Pernod Ricard!
Sustainable Companies and Cities Forum
April 19, 2018
The Sustainable Companies & Cities Workshop focuses on climate change-related business opportunities / business cases in Shanghai and Berlin, and on how cities need to foster sustainable innovation and remove potential barriers. The workshop brings together entrepreneurs from both cities with city officials, policymakers, as well as legal and financial experts for presentations and discussions.
AVT Business School Visit
April 19, 2018
AVT (Association of Visionary Thinkers) Business School is an officially accredited MBA school offering continuing education to ambitious and visionary leaders. More than 2,000 executives have so far completed an education at AVT.
Private event
Talk event by author of “PAX JAPONICA”
April 11, 2018
TAKEO HARADA explains that “PAX JAPONICA” is going to be the key to understand how Global Community can overcome the world-widely facing issues which is frequently discussed as the global agenda in UN and many other related global leading communities.
HS Brands International's first meeting in China (Chinese Event)
April 11, 2018
For the first time ever, HS Brans International, a well-known American shopping company in the United States of America, will be holding a conference in China to celebrate the establishment of its subsidiary, YouMingWei (Shanghai) Business Information Consulting Co. Ltd in Shanghai. In this conference, you will have the opportunity to discuss with the company’s CEO Thomas Mills and Asia Pacific representative Steven Di Pietro about Chinese-International shopping industry. Food and drinks will be provided too.
2018-4-11 10:00-12:00
Location: XNode JingAn Space
Equity Incentive - The Core of Capitalization and The Way to Retain Talents (Chinese Event)
April 11, 2018
This event will tell you about the purpose and significance of the company's equity incentive, the role of equity incentive in the process of the company's development, and the analysis of the problems encountered in the process of equity incentive.
2018-4-11 15:00-17:00
Location: XNode HongQiao Space
Intel IT AI Demo day
April 10, 2018
Inter AI Tech Exchange
Private event
Season 21, The Business Strategy Game (Japanese Event)
April 7, 2018
Using a business strategy board game to simulate real life company operations, participants will learn business tools to improve management skills and capital allocation decisions.
Amadeus NEXT: Discover How to Take your Travel Tech Startup to The Next Level
April 3, 2018
Amadeus is a leading provider of advanced technology solutions for the global travel industry. Amadeus Next is not just another corporate startup program, incubator or accelerator, its aim is to build and foster the leading travel tech startup community in Asia Pacific.
Private event
Sino-Korean Content Startups
XNode Pitching! 10
March 30, 2018
This year's "XNode Pitching!" is happening soon! As one of the top startup accelerator in Shanghai, XNode has jointly partnered with Launchpad to establish the 10th series of "XNode Pitching!", with a focus on Sino-Korean Content Startups. This competition will be opened to all local startups and the top 3 local startups will be given a chance to engage with 3 top start-up firms from Korea!
Corporate Innovation RoundTable
March 30, 2018
The session will include first-hand methodologies in Idea Generation, discussions on design thinking, as well as practical sessions on identification, analysis and solving of problems. Furthermore, there are plenty of opportunities for networking and discussions with experts of various industries!
Email us to get more information: Lind Lou,
corporate.innovation@thexnode.com
UCLA American Students Visit
March 28 2018
UCLA is a global university located on a beautiful neighborhood campus in one of the world's great cities. UCLA has a long tradition of academic and research excellence, which is universally respected by leading employers and graduate schools alike. UCLA offer 125 majors, and dozens of academic programs rank among the top programs in the U.S.
Lisk Shanghai Meet Up
March 25, 2018
If you are a developer, designer, date scientist, or digital marketing expert, tons of NEW opportunities are waiting for you in fast-growing tech companies! You are invited to meet top recruiters and land a dream job, all in one spot.
Meet the Coolest Korean Content Startups @Shanghai
March 23, 2018
On 23th March, XNode will jointly collaborate with Launchpad to present a Korean Startup networking. There will be 3 top startups arriving from Korean whom will present and discuss their progress and achievements, as well as sharing their wealth of experience in being a startup. No matter if you are interested in Korea, startup culture and their product, we do warmly welcome you to join in our meetup session. See you there soon!
1-day Market Research Hackathon @LAUNCHPAD
March 22, 2018
You will get to: Startup speed and excitement; Market research experts; Accelerator experience; Meet the game changers from Korea; Have fun!
Shanghai Study Tour @German Bankers
March 6, 2018
Leading bankers from Germany take the opportunity to learn about the payment market and new innovative products in China.
Healthcare Executive Group Meetup @HEG
March 6, 2018
China Healthcare Executive Group 2017 Seminar Series
Season 20, The Business Strategy Game (Japanese Event)
March 4, 2018
Using a business strategy board game to simulate real life company operations, participants will learn business tools to improve management skills and capital allocation decisions.
Fusion360 Workshop
（Chinese Events）
March 3, 2018
The experts of fusion 360 will give you a wonderful teaching，make it easy for you to learn 3D printing design in 2 hours. Now come and sign up for courses to realize the idea in your mind in reality.
Sketch UI Design Crash Course
March 1, 2018
Sketch is a professional digital design software for mac users, very popular for entrepreneurs to quickly get mockups done. This workshop is a very focused training for beginners who need design skills to get going. In 2 hours, you will re-create all the UI elements of a simple homepage and understand the fundamentals of the fantastic Sketch software.
China Boot Camp - For Australian Startup Founders & Entrepreneurs
January 29 - Febraury 2, 2018
Austrade and its partner PTL Group will co-host a China Bootcamp as part of the offerings of the Australian Landing Pad in Shanghai next January 29th to February 2nd.
One Day of Code! @Le Wagon
January 26, 2018
Le Wagon Shanghai is inviting you to a coding day on Friday 26th January 2018 to give you a taste of building your own tech products from scratch.
Attention:
- You do NOT need any prior coding experience to be able to attend (and enjoy!) this workshop
- Please BRING YOUR LAPTOP! :)
Retail Lab - Connecting Innovation with Experience
January 25, 2018
In a rapidly evolving marketplace retailers must be on the lookout for new trends and avenues to maintain their relevance. The power has shifted to the consumer, they get to decide how, when and what they purchase. As a result, brands' success can only come from outstanding customer experience. This workshop will give you some tools to start designing a new consumer journey.
Technological Leadership Institute, University of Minnesota doing business in China
January 18, 2017
The Technological Leadership Institute, University of Minnesota (TLI) is an interdisciplinary center at the University of Minnesota. Our mission is to develop leaders for technology-intensive enterprises.
Swedish technology and innovation Learning Expedition in Shanghai
January 16, 2017
This Learning Expedition is aimed at exploring: How can foreign MNCs connect with Chinese high-tech entrepreneurs and startups to fuel their own internal R&D and innovation processes?
The Present is the Future of the Past
January 15, 2018
How can sustainable innovation lead to a smart and clean urban environment?
Get yourself inspired with future proof design and innovation.
ETH Alumni Shanghai Chapter Forum: Corporate China Dimensions & Dynamic
January 13, 2017
The Chinese have pulled out the big wallet. For 43 billion francs, the state-owned ChemChina swallows the Swiss agrochemical group Syngenta. This is just the preliminary climax of a gigantic takeover wave: China has an enormous appetite for Western companies. Is the Swiss economy facing a sell-out? Schindler manager and China expert Kurt Haerri answers the questions.
Season 19, The Business Strategy Game (Japanese Event)
January 13, 2017
Using a business strategy board game to simulate real life company operations, participants will learn business tools to improve management skills and capital allocation decisions.
Entrepreneurship in China
January 11, 2018
EMBA students of the IE Business School is coming to China for a Global Residential Week Program. Linkes will lead the group to experience China and its booming business environment with entrepreneurs.
One Day of Code! @Le Wagon
December 16, 2017
Le Wagon Shanghai is inviting you to a coding day on Saturday 16th December 2017 to give you a taste of building your own tech products from scratch.
Christmas Party @XNode
December 15, 2017
Christmas is coming! XNode will celebrate Christmas with all XNoders on December 15th. Here you can play fascinating games and enjoy delicious foods. Certainly, we will also provide mysterous prizes for you! Come and join us now. We are looking forward to meeting you!
Pernod Ricard Ask Jerry Challenge Pitch Day （Invitation Only）
December 15, 2017
Pernod Ricard China Open Innovation Challenge.
Build The Future & Innovate with a Leading Wine & Spirits Company (Pernod Ricard China)
SalesFrontier x Google：App Monetization and Strategies on Overseas (Chinese Event)
December 15, 2017
Welcome to join our Friday breakfast meeting! We will share with you how to maximize App/Website value to increase revenue. If you are also interested in how to explore overseas market, Google and our digital marketing experts would love to talk more about the trend and strategies with you.
Australian Founders Networking @SH
December 14, 2017
The Australian Trade and Investment Commission (Austrade, Commercial Section of the Australian Consulate-General in Shanghai) invites you to attend the Australian Founders Networking @SH event. We welcome Australian university alumni, local MBA candidates, local enterprises and institutions interested in working with Australian startups to join this gathering.
K-Global Demo Day @Shanghai
December 12, 2017
Are you aware of what the startups are doing in China or Korea? Come and meet the startups from China and Korea! Opportunity to network, collaborate and/or invest. Welcome those who seeking business opportunities in China/Korea, potential VCs, foreign investors, and anyone interested in finding out more about the latest technology trends!
Season 18, The Business Strategy Game (Japanese Event)
December 10, 2017
Using a business strategy board game to simulate real life company operations, participants will learn business tools to improve management skills and capital allocation decisions.
Le Wagon Batch 112 Demo Day
December 8, 2017
Only 9 weeks ago, aspiring developers and entrepreneurs began their journey with Le Wagon Shanghai. During nine intensive weeks, they took up the challenge to learn to code and deploy their first web applications - without any previous technical skills. The result will be amazing, as this empowered group of tech people is eager to take the next step in their careers and lives.
FF18 SHANGHAI SEMI-FINAL PITCH NIGHT
December 7, 2017
The Fintech Finals are back. 1000s of startups will compete for the chance to be on stage in Hong Kong and win the title of best in show at Asia’s biggest Fintech event.
Want a shortcut to FF18? Each startup gets minutes to impress our judges and walk away with a chance to win the global competition in January! On December 7th, Shanghai semi-final winner will get a place on stage in Hong Kong. APPLY TODAY to be on the shortlist!
Accenture Learning Expedition in Shanghai (Invitation Only)
December 5, 2017
Accenture solves our clients' toughest challenges by providing unmatched services in strategy, consulting, digital, technology and operations. Accenture will go to Shanghai for a learning expedition.
Season 17, The Business Strategy Game (Japanese Event)
November 23, 2017
Using a business strategy board game to simulate real life company operations, participants will learn business tools to improve management skills and capital allocation decisions.
Corporate Innovation Forum - Future Collaboration between Startups and Corporates
(Chinese Events)
November 18, 2017
Entrepreneurs and enterprises are completely different, but they have the same innovation desire. This innovation forum will focus on the relationship between entrepreneurs and enterprises， and explore how to resource complementarity and cooperate.
Fashion Meets Tech Experience
November 18, 2017
This Fashion 3D Printing and E-Textile Workshop is an opportunity to bring your fashion ideas to life using the latest technologies.
FashionEx brings you world-class innovation FashionTech designers, Sylvia Heisel and Yuchen Zhang, to lead and coach you throughout the workshop.
FashionEx—Fashion innovation and consumption upgrade
November 17, 2017
The annual Entrepreneurship Week is coming. Fashionex will focus on innovation and consumption upgrade in Entrepreneurship Week. We will share wonderful theme with people in the fashion industry.
XNode Community Meetup
November 17, 2017
While there is no free lunch in the world, there are definitely free trials and foretaste. You are welcome to enjoy all of XNode's benefits for free! Along with receiving a gift from Pumpkin Carriage Hair Styling, you will also be able to join Feisu for some fruit and vegetable juice sampling. In addition, Sweetheart Rock n' Roll Salad will also be bringing you more healthy foods!
NextMBA program - Shanghai 2017 (Private Event)
November 16, 2017
In this innovative MBA program, senior executives from large multinational company embark on a journey around the world to immerse themselves into real life and relevant topics for both academic and practical knowledge. One of the key topics to cover in Shanghai is entrepreneurship and growth.
Healthcare Executive Group Meetup @HEG (Private Event)
November 16, 2017
China Healthcare Executive Group 2017 Seminar Series
Immersive Business Trip for ABRA (Private Event)
November 15, 2017
ABRA is a nationwide furniture network with 111 shops and is TOP 3 on Polish furniture market. Co-operation with BGŻ BNP in the area of consumer finance on exclusivity rights from 2007.
L'Atelier BNP Paribas Asia 10th Year Anniversary Celebration (Private Event)
November 14, 2017
L'Atelier BNP Paribas Asia has been tracking disruptive innovation in Shanghai for 10 years. Let's celebrate together our 10th Year Anniversary on November 14th 2017 in Shanghai.Part of the BNP Paribas Group for 39 years, L’Atelier BNP Paribas has 3 offices in Paris , San Francisco and Shanghai. We play a specific role, being both part of a very large Group whilst also working right at the heart of the innovation ecosystem. We are a "do tank" which co-constructs solutions with customers, independent experts, sociologists, researchers, etc.
2018 SXSW Accelerator Pitch
Applications close on Nov 10!
SXSW Accelerator returns for its tenth year to showcase some of the global startup ecosystem most exciting, innovative and cutting-edge technology!
Marching towards the US Market - Strategies on Overseas Expansion
November 9, 2017
Eyeing an expansion into the US market but lack the fundamentals? We got your back! Click "more info" to find out more.
Job Fair For Digital Professionals
November 4, 2017
If you are a developer, designer, date scientist, or digital marketing expert, tons of NEW opportunities are waiting for you in fast-growing tech companies! You are invited to meet top recruiters and land a dream job, all in one spot.
