In order to encourage entrepreneurship in APEC region, the APEC Accelerator Network Summit & Global Challenge is designed for 30 preselected startup teams to present in a competitive process in front of an international panel of experts, judges and investors through Oct 19th to 20th, 2015 in Taipei. The Challenge seeks to connect entrepreneurs with needs for disruptive innovation solution, build international business relationships, and facilitate fundraising activities between investors and startups across Asia- Pacific region. For these 2 days, the APEC Accelerator Network Summit will be in a format of symposium and structured networking sessions in order to generate visionary commentary. While the APEC Global Challenge will provide a platform for startups at various stages who seek internationalization, corporate partnerships and opportunities to showcase their business strategies and products in front of industry influencers.