Unlocking Big Ideas for Small Business
With its dynamic business landscape, Bangkok is the perfect setting to explore new opportunities for networking and continue our work to develop entrepreneurial ecosystems.
The conference will take place against the inspiring backdrop of the Chao Phraya River, where thought leaders, innovators, and change-makers in entrepreneurship and economic development will come together to celebrate ANDE’s 15th anniversary.
Submit proposals for sessions that explore big ideas and drive innovation for small and growing businesses.
ANDE members, take the lead in building robust small business ecosystems! Our 2024 Global Annual Conference is your platform to share research, strategies, and solutions that empower small and growing businesses. Submit proposals for workshops, roundtables, spark talks, and networking events.
We’re seeking big ideas, from groundbreaking to practical hacks and clever solutions to everyday problems. You may take the following key themes as a reference, but you don’t need to limit your initiatives to them:
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Tackle the Future of Work: Examine the impact of digitalization, AI, and youth engagement on the small business workforce.
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Build a Thriving Future: Explore inclusive ecosystems, diverse entrepreneurship, and innovative climate solutions.
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Beyond the Horizon: Bold, disruptive solutions. Explore unconventional strategies, future-forward tech, and groundbreaking models with the potential to transform SGB ecosystems.
Come now and submit your proposals from April 8 to May 10. Help us ignite a future where small businesses are the engines of economic growth and positive change.
Venue and Registration
This year, ANDE will convene at the Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel & Towers, located opposite ICON Siam and next to the Chaopraya River Cruise Port.
Registration will open very soon with special offers for members.
If you are in need of immediate assistance, don’t hesitate to get in touch with ANDE’s Events Team at ande.events@aspeninstitute.org
Site visits
For the first two days, participants in the Global Annual Conference will be engaged in networking events and sessions. On Thursday, 12, we are planning a series of site visits. This additional program offers exceptional social connections and cultural enrichment opportunities. Site visits are curated to allow participants to meet with local entrepreneurs and learn more about Bangkok’s entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Sponsorship Opportunities
More than 25 organizations partnered with ANDE in 2023, which helped make the Global Annual Conference in Accra a success. If you’re interested in sponsoring the conference or learning more about the options available, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Partnerships Manager, Flora Bracco at flora.bracco@aspeninstitute.org
Community Agreement
The Aspen Institute is dedicated to advancing a free, just, and equitable society. Consistent with that mission, the Institute is committed to creating a safe and vibrant community that is respectful, inclusive, and welcoming to people from all different backgrounds and across the world. For more information, please see the following Aspen Institute resources: Community Agreement and Private Policy.