Elisa Chiu

Anchor Global (formerly Anchor Taiwan and Anchor Asia) is a cross-border transformation platform founded in 2017 to strengthen how regions participate in global systems of capital, technology, and industry. Rooted in Taiwan and globally connected, Anchor builds structured collaboration models that align corporates, investors, startups, and policymakers across sectors. Over time, the platform has evolved from cross-border convening to sector-based institutional design — advancing long-horizon industrial transformation through trust, structure, and strategic continuity. Anchor Global（Anchor Taiwan / Anchor Asia）致力於透過產業策展與生態圈活動，連結企業、新創與投資人，推動跨境、跨產業的創新合作。自2017年創立以來，我們持續扮演亞洲與世界之間的橋樑，在科技、資本與人文的交匯處，注入國際資源與洞見，引領產業轉型。 Anchor 推出多項策展計畫，包括 CVC 與 Women in Venture 圓桌論壇、Anchor Industry Lab、自行車與紡織為主題的產業計畫 Bike Venture 與 Weave Venture、國際影音節目 Asia Venturing，以及年度旗艦活動 Anchor Innovation Summit，持續以台灣為平台，匯聚全球創新能量。

GSA is Where Leaders Meet to establish an efficient, profitable and sustainable semiconductor and high technology global ecosystem encompassing semiconductors, software, solutions, systems and services. With 300+ corporate members that span across all 6 continents, GSA members represent 70% of the $550B+ semiconductor industry and continues to grow. The APAC Women’s Leadership Council harnesses the leadership of women who have risen to the top ranks of the semiconductor industry to provide inspiration and sponsorship for the next generation of female leaders.

IKKA Holdings (TWSE: 2250) is a Japan-rooted, Taiwan-listed manufacturing group specializing in precision injection-molded components and integrated modules for automotive and electric vehicle applications. As part of the broader ABICO Group ecosystem, IKKA connects decades of Japanese manufacturing expertise with Taiwan’s industrial and capital-market strengths, with operations across Japan, China, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Hong Kong. This board role extends my work at the intersection of mobility, industrial innovation, and the transformation of established manufacturing businesses in an increasingly electrified and globally connected economy.

As a Review Committee Member for the Project of Subsidies & Incentives for Taipei Industry under the Taipei City Government Department of Economic Development, I actively contribute to monthly written and in-person reviews, evaluating applications from Taipei-based startups and companies across diverse sectors. The program offers a comprehensive incentive framework covering entrepreneurship, R&D, acceleration, branding, angel incubation, and investment-related support. Designed to serve businesses at different stages of growth without industry restrictions, it plays a key role in strengthening Taipei’s innovation ecosystem. Through this role, I bring an ecosystem- and investment-oriented perspective to public-sector decision-making and industrial development.

MIH is an open EV platform initiated and supported by Foxconn with 2,600+ corporate members ranging from multinational enterprises like Dell, DENSO, Microsoft, Wistron, SGS to thousands of suppliers. There are 14 working groups (powertrain, body structure, thermal /energy management, smart cabin, security & OTA, autonomy and such) and 3 interest groups (net-zero, web3 and global connectivity) to promote collaboration in the mobility industry.

APF Canada's Strategic Advisory Committee is comprised of business leaders from strategic Asia Pacific economies. This Committee’s guidance will help inform the Foundation’s research and provide insights to APF Canada stakeholders, the executive, and the board to develop policy advice to the Canadian government and industries.

The Hult Prize is an annual competition for ideas solving pressing social issues, such as food security, water access, energy, and education. Named for Bertil Hult, the prize is awarded to college students, and has referred to as the "Nobel Prize for students" with the winning team receiving US$1 million in seed capital.

▧ Corporate: Google, Audi, AWS, Infineon, Qualcomm, Cathay Financial Holdings, Jabil & more ▧ Academia: Stanford / Tsing Hua University, NTU, NYCU, University of Toronto / Washington & more ▧ Government: Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC), Ministry of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Science and Technology, Austrian Commercial Office, Canadian Trade Office & more ▧ Non-profits: Hult Prize, SEMI, GSA, SoGal Foundation, North America Taiwanese Engineering & Science Association & more

The Taipei- and Berlin-based startup is building a no-code platform that helps UI/UX designers create fully interactive prototypes, and it said on Thursday that it has raised $13 million in funding from Gobi Partners, Hive Ventures, New Economy Ventures, Palm Drive Capital, Shilling VC, SquareOne, WI Harper, 42CAP, and 500 Global. - TechCrunch, Feb 2025

AWS Activate provides startups with a host of benefits, including AWS credits, technical support and training. Get in touch if you want to know more or apply for this incredible resource: info@anchortaiwan.com.

Asia Venturing is a curated online roundtable series I conceived, built, and hosted in partnership with DIGITIMES, examining the hype vs. reality of Asia’s supply-chain-driven innovation ecosystem. From concept design and commercial development to speaker curation, moderation, editorial framing, and post-production, I led the end-to-end creation of the series. The program brought together global industry leaders, corporate strategists, seasoned investors, and founders to translate complex industrial dynamics into strategic, cross-border narratives for an international audience. Positioned at the intersection of industry, venture, and geopolitics, Asia Venturing became one of the few Asia-based programs capable of combining board-level strategy with industry-grade storytelling—going beyond trend talk to deliver actionable roadmaps for corporate venturing, partnerships, and international expansion. Key contributions * Initiated and designed the Asia Venturing program from the ground up * Led partnership and business development with DIGITIMES * Curated and invited senior-level speakers across Asia, Europe, and the U.S. * Hosted and moderated sessions with a strategic, cross-industry lens * Oversaw editorial direction, post-production, and global distribution This experience reflects my broader focus on hosting and producing international-facing conversations that connect Asia’s industrial strength with global innovation and investment dialogues.

The MentorShip is a 4-month program put together by Girls in Taiwan and Ladies that UX Taiwan. Leading sessions on international business development, startup ecosystem, investment landscape, pitching and fundraising.

The Founder Institute is an American business incubator, entrepreneur training and startup launch program that was founded in Palo Alto, California in 2009. It has chapters in over 80 cities and more than 40 different nations across the globe. As of 2014, over 1,300 companies had been created from the program, 89% of which were still operational.

Responsible for portfolio management in 12 Pan Asia markets for a US$15B global hedge fund. Specialized in convertible bond strategies with hands-on experience for both OTC and algo-trading, primary market pricing, and financial modeling. Known for building win-win long term relationships and using technology to improve efficiency/profitability.

Managed stock loan operations across Pan Asia to fulfill trading strategies, enhance P&L and comply with market regulations. Excelled at swift execution, risk management and client-facing collaborations. Passionate about developing tactical tools to automate daily functions. Selected to represent JPM in overseas campus recruitment (60+ interviews). Mentored and fully trained 3 interns/analysts.

Bond futures and foreign exchange trading through quantitative models and technical analysis.