Enterprise@APU Venture Building and Accelerator

Empowering Dreams: Ghalia’s Journey from Student to E-Commerce Powerhouse

In the realm of startups, the story of transforming a simple idea into a successful business is both inspiring and instructive. Ghalia’s entrepreneurial journey, marked by innovation, determination, and strategic foresight, offers a compelling blueprint for aspiring business owners. Starting as a recent graduate facing the daunting job market, Ghalia navigated through challenges with resilience, ultimately establishing a flourishing online wholesale venture on Amazon.

Igniting the Spark

Ghalia’s venture began with a clear recognition of a market gap in the e-commerce space. Read More

Urban E-Farm: A Visionary Venture by Student-Entrepreneurs

In the heart of an innovative journey, Sean Lee Juan Shen and Eddie Soong Chuk Ming, two diploma graduates from different fields, found a common ground in aquaponics. Inspired by a personal quest for chemical-free produce for health reasons, they transformed their hobby into an urban farming initiative. Their venture took shape with the support of the Asia Pacific University of Technology & Innovation (APU)’s Sandbox Incubation Centre (ASBX), a nurturing ground designed to equip students with entrepreneurial skills.

Now in their final year, Lee, majoring in Business Management with a focus on E-Business, and Soong, specializing in Information Technology with an emphasis on Cloud Computing, have become the talk of the town as founders of an urban farm.  Read More

Foodport: Where Food Connects with Innovation

In a world obsessed with convenience, Foodport emerges as a vibrant platform blending passion, technology, and social connection. Founded by Jeremy Chong and Ooi Zhen Wei, this innovative startup isn’t just about ordering food – it’s about reimagining the food experience. Get ready to be inspired by their story!

From Festival Dreams to Digital Feast:

Imagine a food festival teeming with diverse flavors, buzzing with excitement. That was the initial vision for Foodport. But when a global pandemic hit, the founders pivoted, transforming their idea into a dynamic online platform. Read More

Startup Success: Eddie’s Entrepreneurial Journey with PixaLink

Meet Eddie, the founder of Pixalink, a startup born from the bustling halls of APU. What began as an idea during a startup weekend soon grew into a vision for transforming the way people engage with technology. Eddie’s journey is one of innovation, persistence, and the drive to make a difference.

It all started with a spark of inspiration at a startup event where Eddie and his team envisioned a platform that would allow users to experience a 360-degree view of businesses and event spaces. This concept was groundbreaking, offering a unique way to explore physical locations virtually. However, as with any startup, the road to success was filled with challenges. Read More