Investor Forum Singapore Connects Pre-IPO Issuers With Investors
10/4/26, 2:00 am
AIR (Asia Investor Relations) held its inaugural Investor Forum in Singapore, convening pre-IPO investors, issuers, and capital markets practitioners in a structured session focused on IPO readiness, portfolio diversification through pre-IPO allocation, and early-stage engagement ahead of potential U.S. listings.
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Investor Forum Singapore Connects Pre-IPO Issuers With Investors
Singapore — 10 April 2026 — AIR (Asia Investor Relations) held its inaugural Investor Forum in Singapore, convening pre-IPO investors, issuers, and capital markets practitioners in a structured session focused on IPO readiness, portfolio diversification through pre-IPO allocation, and early-stage engagement ahead of potential U.S. listings.
The forum combined investor education, issuer presentations, and panel discussions on integrating pre-IPO investments into portfolio strategies, alongside advisory perspectives on U.S. capital market pathways for Asia-origin companies targeting U.S. public markets.
The forum featured ecosystem partners, legal advisors, and capital markets practitioners. Dr. Charlie In, Founder of Raffles Capital Ltd, served as keynote speaker.
Speakers included:
* Dr. Charlie In, cornerstone investor and Founder of Raffles Capital Ltd
* Ms. Anna Chau, international IPO law firm Loeb & Loeb
* Mr. Yang Eu Jin, Partner and Dy Head of Asia’s Corporate & Capital Markets Practice, RHTLaw Asia
* Mr. Wun Rizwi, Partner and Head of Intellectual Property, RHTLaw Asia
* Dr. Marcuz Tan, CEO, Boustead APEX, Inc
The program was structured around three core segments and included issuer presentations, investor discussions, and expert briefings on diversifying investment portfolios through pre-IPO exposure, with a focus on companies targeting potential U.S. listings.
1. Portfolio Strategy Session:
“How to Include Pre-IPO in Your Portfolio — Diversify & Maximize for Higher Returns”
Led by Dr. Charlie In, the session examined approaches to incorporating pre-IPO allocations within broader investment portfolios, with emphasis on diversification, risk positioning, and long-term return optimization.
2. Issuer Presentations
Private growth-stage companies presented business models, expansion strategies, and capital-raising objectives to participating investors. Prospctive issuers included:
* REGEN — Regenerative healthcare access
* HX Creation — Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) resources platform
* Cloudsquire — Security-backed AI workflow platform
* NEST — Regenerative infrastructure spanning land, water, and energy systems
All issuers are targeting potential U.S. public market listings.
3. Panel Discussion:
“Join 168 Million U.S. Public Markets Investor Base”
The panel examined investor access to U.S. public markets and the role of pre-IPO positioning in shaping capital outcomes.
Panel speakers included:
* Dr. Charlie In, cornerstone investor and Founder of Raffles Capital Ltd
* Ms. Anna Chau, international IPO law firm Loeb & Loeb
* Mr. Yang Eu Jin, Partner and Dy Head of Asia’s Corporate & Capital Markets Practice, RHTLaw Asia
* Mr. Wun Rizwi, Partner and Head of Intellectual Property, RHTLaw Asia
The panel was facilitated by Dr. Marcuz Tan, CEO of Boustead APEX, Inc.
Why Investor Forum Matters
* Expands early access to pre-IPO investment opportunities for investors in Asia
* Highlights increasing demand for portfolio diversification into private-market assets
* Supports structured engagement between issuers and investors ahead of public listings
* Reinforces US capital flow from Asia to U.S. equity markets
Investor demand for early-stage exposure to Asia-origin companies targeting U.S. listings continues to increase, supported by structured investor forums that facilitate engagement prior to formal IPO processes. These platforms are increasingly used to bridge information asymmetries between private issuers and capital markets participants.
Dr. Charlie In
Pre-IPO engagement allows investors to evaluate opportunities earlier in the capital formation cycle, improving alignment between issuers and capital providers before public market entry.
Dr. Marcuz Tan
Structured engagement between issuers and investors prior to listing improves readiness, strengthens governance, and supports more efficient capital market outcomes.
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Founders preparing for potential public listings are invited to participate in upcoming IPO Conferences and Investor Forums across Asia.
Investors seeking exposure to pre-IPO opportunities and portfolio diversification strategies may register for future Investor Forum.
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About AIR (Asia Investor Relations)
AIR: Investor Relations Launchpad for Asia’s IPO Movement
AIR unites a vibrant community of forward-looking investors and IPO-ready issuers across Asia. AIR connects investors with high-potential companies from ASEAN, China, Japan, and Korea through its IPO Conferences.
It engages in investor community building, fundraising campaigns, and full-spectrum IR services supporting companies before, during, and after going public.
AIR is Asia’s leading gateway for IPO discovery, investor engagement, and long-term growth—reshaping how the region goes public, together.
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About Boustead APEX, Inc.
Boustead APEX, Inc. (BAI) is a leading IPO advisory firm specializing in guiding Asian companies through listings on NYSE and NASDAQ. Backed by U.S.-based Boustead & Company Limited and Singapore-based Raffles Capital, BAI provides advisory support and access to global capital markets.
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About Raffles Capital Ltd
Raffles Capital Ltd (“RC”), incorporated in Wyoming, United States, acts as a venture accelerator for companies preparing for potential public listing on a North American exchange within 18–24 months, subject to market conditions. RC focuses on companies aligned with the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Enquiries
https://www.asiainvestorrelations.com
ask_AIR@asiainvestorrelations.com
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Disclosure
This press release was prepared with the assistance of AI tools and reviewed by AIR (Asia Investor Relations).
Forward-Looking Statements
This release contains forward-looking statements relating to IPO readiness, capital market development, and future program activities. Actual outcomes may differ materially due to market and regulatory conditions.