Supercharge your startup with AI/ML
Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Epiphany have curated “AI/ML Reactor”, a 5-week virtual mentorship program aimed at driving AI/ML awareness in fast-growing Pakistan’s startup ecosystem. The Reactor’s objective is to empower selected startups to transform their business via AI/ML implementation, through a series of exclusive workshops, masterclasses, and mentorship with experts and thought leaders from AWS and the tech ecosystem.
The program is open to startups at all stages of their development. Note that applicants do not need to have a business model based on AI/ML. We welcome startups focusing on any verticals that are interested to implement AI/ML in specific use cases to take their venture to the next level. The AWS experts will support you during this journey, no prior AI/ML experience is required.
Applications are Closed.
What’s in it for you?
*AWS Activate Credits are subject to the AWS Promotional Credit Terms & Conditions.
Speakers
Priya Lakshmi
Head of Startup Sales, ASEAN at (AWS)A Versatile and Skilled Sales Professional with close to 17 Years of Experience in Account Management, Sales of IT Solutions and Services.
Michael Smith
Head of Startup SAs - ASEAN at AWSSpecialties: AWS, Apprentice VC, Product Management, Pre-Sales, Systems Engineering, Marketing, Product Marketing, Evangelism and Developer.
Yudho Diponegoro
Startup Solutions Architect, ASEAN, AWSStartup Solutions Architect, ASEAN, AWS
Hassaan Sadiq
CTO & Co-Founder, GrocerAppHe has been at the forefront of making GrocerApp engineering and data teams scale when its infrastructure used to handle only a few thousand
Sebastian Lee
Startup Solution Architect, AWSSebastian is a Solution Architect in AWS focusing on helping startups find their way to the best solution for their business.
Amit Gupta
CTO, Canopy.cloudAmit Prakash serves as Chief Technology Officer for Canopy.cloud. An award-winning technologist, Amit designs the Canopy roadmap, leads Tech
Riza Saputra
Solutions Architects - AWSSolutions architect who is very enthusiastic to help and see startups scale.
Arun Kumar Lokanatha
Specialist Solution Architect at AWSArun is a Machine Learning/data science engineer and a full stack developer with more than 11 years of professional experience.
Yoshitaka Haribara
Startup Solutions Architect at AWSYoshitaka is an AWS Startup Solutions Architect with AI/ML and quantum specialty. He received his Ph.D. in Mathematical Informatics.
Seema Gupta
Senior Solutions Architect, AWSSeema Gupta is a senior solutions architect with AWS helping her customers for their digital transformation journey.
Mentors
Jehan Ara
CEO at Katalyst LabLeader. Mentor. Advisor. Coach. Experienced professional. Motivational Speaker. Entrepreneur. Marketeer. Innovator. Social Entrepreneur.
Jerome Poudevigne
Principal Startup Solution Architect at AWSSeasoned startup CTO, with a proven ability to deliver results the agile way through strong leadership and creative problem-solving, keeping
Fannie Soubiele
ASEAN Startup Business Development at AWSEnabling startups in Singapore for successful growth with Amazon Web Services | Prestige 40 Under 40
Faisal Aftab
Co-Founder & GP of Zayn Capital BitRate Fund.Faisal is the Co-Founder & GP of Zayn Capital BitRate Fund.
Phone Myint Kyaw
Solutions Architect at AWSAWS Solutions Architecture | DevOps | Cloud ☁️
Nicha Suebwonglee
Venture Capital Business Development Manager, Thailand / Philippines / ASEAN at AWSTechnology, Media / Entertainment, and consumer goods professional with 10+ years of work experience in venture.
Hussain Mansoor
Engineering Manager at Airlift TechnologiesCertified AWS Architect & Developer | Solution Architect | SRE | Microservices | Systems Engineering | Engineering Manager
Frank Ang
Senior Solutions Architect at AWSCurrently an AWS Solutions Architect helping companies power their businesses on the cloud. Previously an AWS Software Development Engineer.
Misbah Naqvi
General Partner & Co-founder i2i VentureGeneral Partner & Co-founder i2i Venture
Samar Hasan
Founder & CEO Epiphany Private LimitedA growth-driven strategist, she provides strategic oversight and direction to Epiphany.
Syed Sajjad Ahmed
CTO at Dell TechnologiesAfter more than 17 years of architecting and delivering engineering ecosystems, I understand the dynamics of multidisciplinary engineering.
Denning Tan
Startup Lead at AWS - ASEAN EcosystemStartup Lead @ Amazon Web Services - ASEAN Ecosystem
Yudho Diponegoro
Startup Solutions Architect, ASEAN, AWSStartup Solutions Architect, ASEAN, AWS
Andy Tran
Principal Startup Solution Architect, Australia and New Zealand, AWSOver the past 20+ years, I’ve been in senior-level positions at enterprise and startup technology companies.
Zohaib Ahmed Shakir
Co-founder and CTO at Social ChampZohaib Ahmed Shakir is the co-founder and CTO at Social Champ, a social media management tool designed to improve social media presence.
Judges
Priya Lakshmi
Head of Startup Sales, ASEAN at (AWS)A Versatile and Skilled Sales Professional with close to 17 Years of Experience in Account Management, Sales of IT Solutions and Services.
Andrew Vranjes
Head of Startup Ecosystem, ASEAN at AWSHead of Startup Ecosystem, ASEAN at AWS
Michael Smith
Head of Startup SAs - ASEAN at AWSSpecialties: AWS, Apprentice VC, Product Management, Pre-Sales, Systems Engineering, Marketing, Product Marketing, Evangelism and Developer.
Supreet Sethi
Startup Solution Architect at AWSASEAN is a promising startup market. I help technology startups in ASEAN anchor their growth engines on AWS.
Donnie Prakoso
Sr. Developer Advocate, ASEAN AWSSr. Developer Advocate, ASEAN AWS
Aatif Awan
Founder & Managing Partner at Indus Valley CapitalAatif Awan is the founder and Managing Partner of Indus Valley Capital, a Pakistan-focused early stage VC fund.
Abdul Mannan
Founding Member & CIO at BykeaFounding Member & CIO at Bykea leading platform for transport, delivery, and payment services in Pakistan.
Cecilia Des Courtis
Head of Startup Marketing - ASEAN at AWSShe is a dynamic and collaborative professional with experience in the tech industry. She has proven rigor, professionalism, analytical..
Pedro Paez Sanchez
Principal ML Specialist Architect, AWSPedro Paez is a Principal ML Specialist Architect for AWS covering Southeast Asia.
F.A.Qs
What is AI/ML Reactor about?
AI/ML Reactor is a one of its kind, online rigorous, hands-on program for startups in Pakistan to help them in implementing AI/ML features to their ventures through workshops, masterclasses, group, and one-on-one mentoring sessions, demo days, and more. Apply Now
How do I apply for this program?
Please apply for the program at this link.
Is this a full-time program?
No, the program is a part-time five weeks bootcamp. Having said that, startups must participate in all the sessions – workshops, masterclasses, group mentoring, one-on-one mentoring sessions and technical deep-dive sessions, otherwise they will be disqualified from the program.
Is the program in-person?
No. the program is entirely virtual.
How many people from the startup need to attend the program?
The CTO/tech lead and CEO need to attend the program fully.
What is the maximum number of members per startup who can join the program?
Up to 5 participants from each startup can join the AI/ML Reactor.
What is the cost of participating in the AI/ML Reactor program?
Nothing! The program is completely free.
What will I get out of being in the AI/ML Reactor?
Mentorship: One of the key benefits of the AI/ML Reactor is having access to knowledgeable mentors. You will have access to top domain experts, tech and business mentors, and AWS mentors and speakers.
Network: Epiphany is one of the most active entrepreneurship support organizations in Pakistan, bringing together high-quality experts and organizations including investors, domain specialists, strategic corporates, community partners, and more. We also conduct community-building events and webinars throughout the year. As a startup in this program, you too will expand your network massively.
Visibility: Dedicated digital media campaigns will bring visibility to your startups. The top three startups will have additional branding and visibility benefits.
When will I learn if I have been selected for the program?
Startups will be informed by September 12 about the selection decision.
What is the eligibility criteria?
The program is open to startups at all stages of their development. Note that applicants do not need to have a business model based on AI/ML. We welcome startups focusing on any verticals that are interested to implement AI/ML in specific use cases to take their venture to the next level. The AWS experts will support you during this journey, no prior AI/ML experience is required.
What is the deadline to apply for this program?
The last day to apply for this program is Aug 29, 2021
How many participants can join the program from each startup?
Up to 5 participants from each startup can join the AI/ML Reactor
Will post-program support be provided to startups?
Post Reactor support will be determined on a case-by-case basis depending on how much support is required, how far along you are in your journey, are you using AWS or not, etc.
What are the prizes for startups?
Startups will be given cash, AWS swags, AWS Credits, and access to local and international industry experts.
*AWS Activate Credits are subject to the AWS Promotional Credit Terms & Conditions
Who will receive prizes?
The top three startups from the program will be eligible to receive prizes.