Founders Space - Startup Accelerator, Incubator, Venture Capital

Founders Space is a global market builder that works around the world to help entrepreneurs, governments, and businesses enter new markets, innovate, and accelerate growth. Claire Zhang, 张春阳, is the Head of International Relationships for Founders Space China.

Zhang is an angel investor whose investment projects include education, e-commerce, and B2B startups. Before joining Founders Space China, Zhang was an entrepreneur, launching a startup in the consumer app space that brought Chinese traditional practices to the mobile internet.

Prior to this, Zhang worked for the financial arm of Sina Group, which owns Sina Weibo, equivalent to the Facebook and Twitter of China, with 583 million monthly active users. Zhang worked directly with the President of Sina Finance and was responsible for strategic development and government affairs. Her responsibilities included helping to build overseas enterprise structures and support Southeast Asian business expansion, including setting up VIE structures in Hong Kong, Singapore, Indonesia, and India. Read More...

With over 14 years of senior marketing experience across various industries, including aviation, healthcare, real estate, and hospitality, Candice Wang has established herself as a global bridge between markets. Having lived and worked in cities such as Singapore, Seychelles, Dubai, Beijing, and Toronto, Candice is a recognized leader in cross-cultural communication and business development. She has a proven track record of managing high-stakes projects and successfully launching international partnerships.

At Founders Space, Candice is responsible for overseeing the company’s strategic operations in the Middle East. She leverages her extensive network of contacts and deep understanding of the region to foster growth opportunities for SMEs. Fluent in Mandarin and English, she bridges Eastern and Western markets with a keen eye for emerging trends. Read More...