KAULA LUMPUR, March 29 – Cradle Fund Sdn Bhd (Cradle), in partnership with the Sabah Creative Economy and Innovation Centre (SCENIC), spearheaded the inaugural Cradle Open Day 2024 in Kota Kinabalu, Sabah, aimed at igniting the growth of high-impact startups nationwide. The event, held alongside the Kinabalu Startup Bootcamp, served as a platform to foster networking opportunities and tech discussions, bolstering support for startups and entrepreneurs in the region.
Norman Matthieu Vanhaecke, CEO of Cradle Group, underscored the pivotal role of local startups in propelling entrepreneurial ecosystems, emphasizing Cradle’s commitment to nurturing a robust, inclusive, and sustainable startup landscape across Malaysia. The event, marking Cradle’s return to Sabah after the MYStartup NXT programme in November last year, showcased the burgeoning interest in Malaysia’s startup ecosystem, with significant international attention.
Notably, discussions at Cradle Open Day revolved around funding opportunities and innovations in AgriTech, featuring insightful panels and fireside chats with key industry players. The event concluded with a closing ceremony and recognition of innovative startups, underscoring Cradle’s dedication to fostering impactful startups and positioning Malaysia as a global leader in entrepreneurship by 2030.
