Partner with ECDC
Build East Coast Malaysia's startup ecosystem together. Opportunities for universities, corporations, and government agencies.
Why Partner with ECDC?
We're building the startup ecosystem from scratch. Partners get early access to talent, innovation, and regional opportunities.
First-Mover Advantage
Be the first organization to partner with East Coast Malaysia's startup ecosystem. Build reputation and access before competition.
Talent Pipeline
Access to trained founders, engineers, and operators from ECDC's programs and university partnerships.
Innovation Access
Early exposure to startups solving regional problems. Potential for corporate partnerships, pilots, and acquisitions.
CSR & ESG Impact
Support regional economic development, reduce brain drain, and contribute to Malaysia's innovation agenda.
Brand Association
Align your brand with innovation, entrepreneurship, and regional development. Visibility in events and media.
Ecosystem Growth
As ECDC grows, partners benefit from expanding network, deal flow, and regional influence.
Partnership Opportunities
We work with three types of partners to build the ecosystem.
Universities
Partner with ECDC to provide students with entrepreneurship training, mentorship, and startup opportunities.
- ✅ Guest lectures and workshops
- ✅ Student startup competitions
- ✅ Internship placements at ECDC startups
- ✅ Co-working space for student teams
- ✅ Joint research projects
Corporations
Collaborate with ECDC to access innovation, talent, and regional market insights.
- ✅ Corporate innovation programs
- ✅ Startup pilot partnerships
- ✅ Talent acquisition pipeline
- ✅ Event sponsorships
- ✅ Strategic investments
Government
Work with ECDC to support regional economic development and innovation initiatives.
- ✅ Grant and funding programs
- ✅ Infrastructure support
- ✅ Policy advocacy
- ✅ Regional development initiatives
- ✅ Public-private partnerships
University Partnerships
How ECDC works with universities to develop entrepreneurial talent.
🎯 Student Entrepreneurship Programs
Co-develop entrepreneurship courses, bootcamps, and competitions for business and IT students. ECDC provides curriculum, mentors, and prizes.
💼 Internship & Career Pathways
Place students at ECDC portfolio companies for internships and full-time roles. Keep talent in the region instead of losing them to KL/Singapore.
🏢 Co-Working & Incubator Access
Provide student teams with access to ECDC's co-working space, mentorship, and resources to build MVPs during their studies.
🔬 Research Collaboration
Partner on applied research projects that solve real startup problems (AI, fintech, logistics, etc.). Faculty and students co-publish with ECDC.
Current partners: In discussions with universities in Kelantan & Terengganu (to be announced).
Corporate Partnerships
How corporations can collaborate with ECDC and portfolio companies.
💡 Corporate Innovation Programs
Run innovation challenges or hackathons with ECDC startups to solve specific business problems. Pilot new technologies in your operations.
🤝 Strategic Partnerships
Partner with ECDC portfolio companies for distribution, technology integration, or co-development. Win-win for corporates and startups.
🎓 Talent Pipeline
Recruit engineers, designers, and operators from ECDC's network. Access to vetted talent trained in startup methodologies.
📢 Event Sponsorships
Sponsor ECDC's workshops, demo days, and startup conferences. Brand visibility to founders, investors, and community members.
💰 Corporate Venture Capital
Invest in ECDC portfolio companies aligned with your strategic interests. Early access to deal flow before institutional VCs.
Target partners: F&B chains, retail groups, manufacturing companies, tech corporations in Malaysia.
Government Partnerships
How ECDC works with state and federal agencies to drive regional development.
💰 Grant & Funding Programs
Help ECDC startups access grants from MDEC, MaGIC, MIDA, and state-level programs. Joint application support and compliance.
🏢 Infrastructure Support
Partner on physical infrastructure: co-working spaces, incubators, event venues, and training facilities in Kota Bharu and Kuala Terengganu.
📜 Policy Advocacy
Work together to shape policies that support regional startup ecosystems: tax incentives, visa programs, and regulatory sandboxes.
🌍 Regional Development Initiatives
Collaborate on high-profile projects that position Kelantan/Terengganu as innovation hubs. Joint branding and media coverage.
Current engagements: State government meetings held. Formal partnerships to be announced.
Our Partners
We're building partnerships with leading organizations in Malaysia.
Partnerships Coming Soon
We're in active discussions with universities, corporations, and government agencies. Partner announcements will be made at official launch.
Timeline: First partnerships formalized in 1-3 months
Become a PartnerReady to Build East Coast Malaysia Together?
Whether you're a university, corporation, or government agency—let's discuss how we can collaborate.