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Global Startup Evangelist, Amazon Web Services

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Mackenzie is the Global Startup Evangelist at AWS. His days are spent traveling the globe to meet startups, share their stories, and connect engineering teams together. Every day there are a large number of startups launching on AWS across every imaginable industry. It’s Mackenzie’s mission to find stories of startups that are helping to improve the world and share these stories with a wide audience.


Prior to joining AWS, Mackenzie was the Head of Technical Operations at Betterment, the world’s largest independent robo-advisor based in NYC which manages over $8B in assets. Mackenzie was a founding engineer and Head of Technical Operations at Oscar Health, an insurance startup also based in NYC, helping to grow the company to over 400+ employees and a $2.7B valuation. Before Oscar, Mackenzie was one the original engineers at Tumblr where he helped scale the infrastructure to 20B page views a month eventually selling to Yahoo! for $1.1B. He’s worked in a diversified set of industries including global media (MTV/Viacom), global Shipping (DHL), and more. He also holds numerous advisory roles at companies providing technical and business guidance around the world.

Mackenzie Kosut

Global Startup Evangelist, Amazon Web Services

Mackenzie is the Global Startup Evangelist at AWS. His days are spent traveling the globe to meet startups, share their stories, and connect engineering teams together. Every day there are a large number of startups launching on AWS across every imaginable industry. It’s Mackenzie’s mission to find stories of startups that are helping to improve the world and share these stories with a wide audience.


Prior to joining AWS, Mackenzie was the Head of Technical Operations at Betterment, the world’s largest independent robo-advisor based in NYC which manages over $8B in assets. Mackenzie was a founding engineer and Head of Technical Operations at Oscar Health, an insurance startup also based in NYC, helping to grow the company to over 400+ employees and a $2.7B valuation. Before Oscar, Mackenzie was one the original engineers at Tumblr where he helped scale the infrastructure to 20B page views a month eventually selling to Yahoo! for $1.1B. He’s worked in a diversified set of industries including global media (MTV/Viacom), global Shipping (DHL), and more. He also holds numerous advisory roles at companies providing technical and business guidance around the world.

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Join us on September 26th for an exciting full-day event - AWS Web3 Day at the Cordis Hotel. Immerse yourself in the world of Web3 technologies, including DeFi, DApp, NFTs, and how Generative AI can integrate with Web3 and more, meet with L1/L2 Chains and experts around Web3 field, as we delve into the immense potential that has unfolded in the two years since the metaverse era.


Event Language: mainly in English


Remarks: Successful registration to AWS Web3 Day Hong Kong will also secure the pass to enter all activities and sessions happening in the AWS Startup Day Hong Kong.



This year, we're taking a fresh approach by embracing the power of Web3, backed by an impressive lineup of 15+ venture capitalists with a laser focus on the digital frontier.

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Join us on September 26th for an exciting full-day event - AWS Web3 Day at the Cordis Hotel. Immerse yourself in the world of Web3 technologies, including DeFi, DApp, NFTs, and how Generative AI can integrate with Web3 and more, meet with L1/L2 Chains and experts around Web3 field, as we delve into the immense potential that has unfolded in the two years since the metaverse era.


Event Language: mainly in English


Remarks: Successful registration to AWS Web3 Day Hong Kong will also secure the pass to enter all activities and sessions happening in the AWS Startup Day Hong Kong.



This year, we're taking a fresh approach by embracing the power of Web3, backed by an impressive lineup of 15+ venture capitalists with a laser focus on the digital frontier.

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Why attend

Don't miss this opportunity to connect with like-minded enthusiasts, industry leaders, and investors in the Web3 space. This event is a platform for learning, networking, and exploring partnership opportunities.

Who should attend

This event is ideal for startup founders, tech enthusiasts, developers, investors, and anyone interested in the Web3 ecosystem.

This year, we're taking a fresh approach by embracing the power of Web3, backed by an impressive lineup of 15+ venture capitalists with a laser focus on the digital frontier.

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Anthonyx

Co-Founder, Port3 Network

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Colin Wang

Founding Partner, Zonff Partners

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Dean Samuels

Chief Technologist, ASEAN, AWS

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Devon Sun

Head of APAC BD, Helika

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Donald Chou

Partner, Zonff Partners

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Eligos Cheung

Head of Growth, NodeReal

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Hao Yukun

Senior Director, Wanxiang Blockchain

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Irene Lin

Head of BD, A3S

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Jun

CEO, INTOverse

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Kelly Law

Global Business Development Representative, Xterio

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Kevin Law

APAC Director of Business Development, Coindesk Indices

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Kevin Lee

CEO, Gate HK

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March Lam

Director, Business Development & Investments, stake.fish

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Marcus Liu

APAC Head of Growth, Scroll

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Mark Birch

Principal Startup Advocate, AWS

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Robert Wang

Managing Director of Hong Kong & Taiwan, AWS

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Jiaheng Zhang

Co-founder and Chief Scientist, Polyhedra Network

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Yao

Growth Manager, Solana Foundation

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Yuanjie Zhang

Co-Founder & COO-Conflux

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Gerald Check

Founder, Wonderful Labs

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9:15AM - 10:00AM

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Attendee check-in will take place 

10:00AM - 11:30AM

Keynote

The Emerging World of Artifical Intelligence and Machine Learning by Matthew Hartman and Partner, Betaworks.

11:30AM - 11:50AM

Networking Break

Welcome Mackenzie Kosut, AWS Startup Evangelist

11:50AM - 12:10PM

Why Artificial Intelligence isn't the Answer to Web3?

featuring Gate.HK

In this project, you will learn how to deploy and host Jenkins, an open-source automation software predominantly used for CI/CD

12:10PM - 12:30pm

Diving into Public Blockchain Competition and the Potential Opportunities

featuring Solana Foundation

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

12:30PM - 1:45PM

Lunch Break

In this project, you will learn how to deploy and host WordPress, an open-source blogging tool and content management system

1:45PM - 2:05PM

Empowering Innovation and Collaboration: Unlocking the Potential of Scroll Mainnet and Ecosystems

featuring Scroll

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

2:05pm - 2:20pm

Running a reliable and secure validator

featuring Stakefish

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

2:20pm - 2:55pm

Panel Discussion: Web2 to Web3: Bridging the Gap between Web2 and Web3

featuring A3S, intoverse, Port3, MIIX

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

2:55pm - 3:15pm

Networking Break

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

3:15PM - 3:35PM

Proving Ethereum Full Consensus in ZK

featuring Polyhedra

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

3:35pm - 3:50pm

Serving the real world and digital world: Build Web3 solutions

featuring Conflux

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

3:50PM - 4:30PM

Panel Discussion: Driving Web3 Gaming Mass Adoption 

featuring Helika, Zonff Partners, NodeReal, Xterio

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

4:30pm - 7:00pm

Networking Cocktail Session (by invite only)

Breakfast. Registration will take place five minutes before breakfast.

Other side activities

12:00PM - 2:30PM

Hands-on Workshop (by invitation only)

Join our hands-on workshop to bring your solution from concept to reality.


Learn how to build and deploy a web3 application on AWS. In this step-by-step hands-on workshop, you will build a generative AI text-to-art NFT webapp that provides Account Abstraction wallets for the users. You will also learn how to index, query, and analyze blockchain data, and develop and deploy NFT smart contracts using CI/CD pipelines.

1:45PM - 4:30PM

VC Matchmaking (by invitation only)

Interact with leading venture capitalists who are investing in the Web3 and startup ecosystem. Participate in a rare opportunity as AWS gathers investors and promising startups from the region to engage in a speed-dating session to help accelerate Hong Kong’s next hot startups. The event will be help in a speed-dating rotation format where startups will get a chance to pitch on a one-to-one basis with investors and rotate for maximum exposure. 

After 4:30PM

Networking Session (by invitation only)

Stick around post session to meet with our business and technical leaders where you can have 121s with AWS SA's and BD's as well as our key partner executives. You will also enjoy a networking cocktail on our sky lounge.

10:00AM - 4:30PM

AWS Startup Day Hong Kong

AWS Web3 Day attendees will be entitled to access the sessions and activities in AWS Startup Day Hong Kong. Elevate your startup aspirations by accessing transformative programs and resources. This one day physical event is packed with sessions that will explore how to enable startups with thought leadership content and fruitful technical sharing to help you build more robust businesses. Reserve your pass today!

The Process

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A Guide to Agile Event Programs that Can Survive Anything

Explore why the most dynamic leaders are building strategies for agile event marketing with a focus on scaling in-person and virtual events that are fast, flexible, and hyper-effective at driving meaningful connections.

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Crisis Mode: Ideas for Managing Events in Challenging Situations

Explore why the most dynamic leaders are building strategies for agile event marketing with a focus on scaling in-person and virtual events that are fast, flexible, and hyper-effective at driving meaningful connections.

3

How to Build a Rock Solid Agile Events Program

The old way of doing event marketing—a large, inflexible investment in a small number of tentpole events—doesn't fit into a business world that demands adaptability and speed.

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Spotlight on DeFi, NFTs, and Industry Use Cases

Understand how decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and cryptocurrencies are revolutionizing the digital economy. Learn from real-world use cases and get insights into how these technologies can transform your business.

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Meet Top VCs, at scale

Interact with leading venture capitalists who are investing in the Web3 and startup ecosystem. Learn what they're looking for in a startup and how to pitch your business ideas effectively.

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Technology Deep-dive: when AI meets Web3

Explore cutting-edge Web3 technologies such as Managed Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence. Understand their capabilities, benefits, and potential applications in different sectors. Bringing your solution from concept to reality.

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From Metaverse to Web3 - Two Years On, what now?

The evolution of the metaverse since its getting hot two years ago and discuss its future implications. Find out how businesses can leverage Web3 for new opportunities.

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9:00AM - 10:00AM

Breakfast

10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

9:00AM - 10:00AM

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Friday, Dec 6

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

Happy Hour

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9:00AM - 10:00AM

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

Happy Hour

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

Happy Hour

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

9:00AM - 10:00AM

Breakfast

Wed., Dec 4

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The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

Happy Hour

Thurs., Dec 5

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10:00AM - 11:00AM

The Horizon of AI

11:00AM - 12:00PM

Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

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Fri., Dec 6

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The Horizon of AI

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Startup Evangelist of the Month

1:00PM - 2:00PM

Breakout Session 1

3:00PM - 4:00PM

Breakout Session 2

5:00pM - 6:00pM

Happy Hour

Event Highlights



Spotlight on DeFi, NFTs, and Industry Use Cases

Global Startup Evangelist, Amazon Web Services

Understand how decentralized finance (DeFi), non-fungible tokens (NFTs), and cryptocurrencies are revolutionizing the digital economy. Learn from real-world use cases and get insights into how these technologies can transform your business.



Meet Top VCs, at scale

Vice President Communications, Awesomeness

Interact with leading venture capitalists who are investing in the Web3 and startup ecosystem. Learn what they're looking for in a startup and how to pitch your business ideas effectively.



Technology Deep-dive: when AI meets Web3

Co-Founder & Partner, BoxGroup

Explore cutting-edge Web3 technologies such as Managed Blockchain and Artificial Intelligence. Understand their capabilities, benefits, and potential applications in different sectors. Bringing your solution from concept to reality.

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From Metaverse to Web3 - Two Years On, what now?

Global Startup Evangelist, Amazon Web Services

The evolution of the metaverse since its getting hot two years ago and discuss its future implications. Find out how businesses can leverage Web3 for new opportunities.

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Event Language: mainly in English


Remarks: Successful registration to AWS Web3 Day Hong Kong will also secure the pass to enter all activities and sessions happening in the AWS Startup Day Hong Kong.



This year, we're taking a fresh approach by embracing the power of Web3, backed by an impressive lineup of 15+ venture capitalists with a laser focus on the digital frontier.

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