Back when I started this company, not only did I get to know and network with professionals, I learned from people with actual entrepreneurial experience. This helped clarify the challenges of management, and market expansion. I was also fortunate to meet a group of likeminded professionals in the startup circle. We encouraged each other, and shared essential information. For an entrepreneur, this was the most important thing that motivated me and inspired me to continue. (In Chinese)

At the start of our session, Steve (one of the founders of TRAIWAN) pointed out that the biggest issue facing the hospitality industry is how to accurately, and quickly bring orders to businesses. He knew there were enormous business opportunities in solving this fundamental booking problem. (In Chinese)

TRAIWAN wants to make it less capital-intensive for the hospitality industry by simplifying the complicated booking process. It offers a web-based back end management system for free, for property owners and managers to use 24/7 for online reservations, instant payments, and to run back end operations smoothly from any device, including smartphones, tablets, laptops, or desktop PCs. (In Chinese)

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We have visited many hostels and hotels, and acquired an in-depth understanding of customs and cultures throughout Taiwan, from staying on the eastern, and western coasts for extended periods. We have learned the practical skills required of an entrepreneur, and that “the devil is in the details.” (In Chinese)