Innovation, Sustainability & Investment Village
Connecting Visionary Investors, Global Institutions & High-Potential SMEs
About the Village
An exclusive high-level networking and collaboration platform at the Global SME Forums, designed to connect visionary investors, global institutions, innovation leaders, policymakers, and high-potential SMEs within a curated international ecosystem. More than a traditional exhibition space, the Village serves as a premium environment for strategic partnerships, cross-border investment dialogue, market access, and international collaboration opportunities across sectors shaping the future global economy.
GSF's 3 Pillars of SME Resilience
Innovation, Sustainability, and Investment — the foundation of resilient SMEs that can adapt, innovate, and thrive in rapidly changing markets.
Investment opportunities in China and Asia
Adapting to U.S. dynamics
- Policy, trade and regulatory shifts
Reducing strategic exposure
- Risks across markets, suppliers & technologies
Protecting profitability
- Cost inflation and margin pressure
Local Categories (China & Asia-Pacific Region)
Empowering local SMEs, provincial development agencies, local funds, and regional innovators.
Local Investment Sector
SME Equity, Micro-Finance, State Development Funds & Regional Bank Pools
Local Innovation Sector
Regional Tech Incubators, Advanced Manufacturing & Digital Scaling
Local Sustainability Sector
Green Manufacturing, Solar/Clean Energy & Circular Economy
International Categories (Global Investors & Cross-Border Hubs)
Connecting global VCs, sovereign wealth, foreign direct investment, and multinational corporates with Asian growth markets.
International Investment Sector
Global Venture Capital, Private Equity, Impact Funds & Multilateral Banks
International Innovation Sector
AI, Cross-Border E-Commerce, Smart Manufacturing & Deep Tech
International Sustainability Sector
Global Climate Funds, Decarbonisation & Green Infrastructure
Participant Benefits
- Direct access to global investors, DFIs, and institutional decision-makers
- Curated B2B matchmaking for Local & International projects
- 1-on-1 Investor Suites and Pitch Sessions in Beijing
- Organized across Investment, Innovation, and Sustainability sectors
- Exclusive Investment Village Agenda with high-impact keynotes and networking sessions
What makes the Village unique is its highly curated, relationship-driven format focused on meaningful engagement between capital holders, entrepreneurs, institutions, and project developers.
The Village is designed to foster quality interactions, trusted partnerships, and future-focused collaboration within a globally connected innovation ecosystem.
asia ISI Village — Branded Tables Packages
Elevate your brand presence at the Innovation, Sustainability and Investment Village
SME Table
FeaturedBasic matchmaking support. Best for early growth SMEs.
Target Audience: Early growth SMEs
The following benefits are included:
- Dedicated branded table
- Pitch Arena access (1 slot)
- Event app and Networking
- Marketing and Promotion on GSF Platforms
- Coffee Breaks & Lunches
Premium Table
FeaturedHigh matchmaking support. Best for Established SMEs.
Target Audience: Established SMEs
The following benefits are included:
- Priority placement in high footfall zone
- 2 curated investor intros
- Digital data room hosting included
- Marketing & Promotion on GSF Platforms
- Lunches & Coffee Breaks
Concierge Table
FeaturedConcierge-level meeting facilitation. Best for Top Tier SMEs.
Target Audience: Top Tier SMEs
The following benefits are included:
- Primary Location near investor zone or stage
- 3 curated investor intros and speaking opportunities
- Digital data room hosting included
- Marketing & Promotion on GSF Platforms
- Guaranteed 2-3 Curated Sector related Business Meetings, and Market Entry Consulting
- Lunches and Coffee Breaks