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CrossBond was honored to collaborate with the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) to co-host the 2024 Overseas Compatriot Student Counseling & Guidance Seminar, an impactful event that brought together 138 counselors representing 109 schools across Taiwan. The seminar utilized the interactive “World Café” model, a collaborative approach designed to foster open, dynamic conversations. By facilitating multiple rounds of discussions on various topics, participants were able to delve deep into critical issues faced by overseas students, while also developing actionable solutions.

CrossBond, in collaboration with the Taipei Computer Association, successfully organized the Taiwan Digital Talent Connect Job Fair on October 26th, 2024 where over 260 job matches were achieved. This groundbreaking event brought together 12 leading digital companies and 154 job seekers from 23 different countries, demonstrating Taiwan’s commitment to integrating international expertise into its rapidly growing digital ecosystem.

On October 17, 2024, Shih Chien University, in partnership with CrossBond and CBtalent, proudly hosted the Sharpen The Future Job Fair 2024. This exciting event aimed to bridge Taiwan’s dynamic job market with emerging talent from Taiwan and beyond, offering a unique platform for over 85 students from diverse countries—including Indonesia, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, the Philippines, and India—to connect with 12 leading companies. The job fair allowed students and recent graduates to explore a range of career opportunities, participate in on-site interviews, gain insights into various companies through presentations, and build connections during networking sessions.

The Global Talents Job Fair, organized by the New Taipei City Government and implemented by CrossBond and CBtalent, focused on talent from India, Indonesia, the Philippines, Myanmar, Malaysia, Thailand, Vietnam, and Taiwan. The event attracted over 220 professionals from Indonesia, Vietnam, the Philippines, India, Malaysia, Myanmar, and Thailand, who bring language skills, global perspectives, and teamwork abilities. This event not only served as a platform for international students and professionals to find career opportunities but also provided valuable insights into Taiwan’s dynamic job market.

CrossBond was honored to host Cross-Bonding Night on 13 September, an event dedicated to fostering a supportive community for student leaders from ASEAN countries and India residing in Taiwan. This gathering brought together presidents and executives from student associations representing Indonesia, the Philippines, Vietnam, Myanmar, Malaysia, and India, with the goal of establishing a network of cultural understanding, mutual support, and professional exchange.

CrossBond is excited to collaborate with Startup Terrace Kaohsiung, continuing our commitment to the Taiwan-Philippines Startup Program! This incredible event brought together startup teams from the Philippines, Indonesia, India, Thailand, Malaysia, and Hong Kong, offering valuable opportunities for knowledge exchange and networking. Here’s a detailed recap of our four-day journey: Day 1: Insights and Opportunities for Global Startups, Day 2: Driving Innovation in Smart Cities, Day 3: Exploring Taiwan’s Industrial Landscape, Day 4: Showcasing Global Innovation

The “2024 Taiwan-Philippines Startup Exchange Program,” organized by CrossBond in collaboration with Startup Terrace Kaohsiung, QBO Innovation Hub, and Ateneo de Manila University, marked a significant milestone in nurturing bilateral ties between Taiwan and the Philippines. Designed as a dynamic platform for startup collaboration, this program aimed to create opportunities for cross-border expansion, knowledge exchange, and mutual growth, contributing to a stronger, interconnected startup ecosystem in both countries. The program provided a platform for 5 Taiwanese startups such as ChiaTang Information, ChoozMo, Zignet, Turing Space, and Crypto-Arsenal to engage with a diverse array of stakeholders in the Philippines, including venture capitalists, companies, founders, government representatives, and more. The program spanned five days filled with diverse activities, creating a dynamic environment where startups, government officials, academic experts, and industry leaders could come together to share ideas and form meaningful relationships.

As globalization accelerates, many Taiwanese companies aspire to expand into international markets and stand out in a highly competitive business environment. Overseas students, with their global perspectives and language abilities, are undoubtedly ideal partners for companies aiming to enter these markets. To promote connections between Taiwanese businesses and overseas students, the Overseas Community Affairs Council (OCAC) partnered with CrossBond to host the “2024 Overseas Students Employment Seminar” in Taipei, Taichung, Kaohsiung, and online, to help domestic companies better understand the policies, regulations, and job opportunities related to hiring graduate overseas students.