JAKARTA – The global and regional funding landscape is undergoing a massive recalibration. The previous era of rapid scaling and valuation-driven growth is fading, giving way to a new paradigm where capital is becoming more disciplined, strategic, and impact-oriented. To navigate this critical turning point, the Indonesian Venture Capital and Startup Association (Amvesindo) took a central role at the KUMPUL Connect for Change Summit 2026.
Held on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, at The Ritz-Carlton Jakarta, Mega Kuningan, the summit gathered top ecosystem builders and investors. Representing Amvesindo, Chairman Dr. Eddi Danusaputro took the stage as the Session Leader for a highly anticipated panel titled “Redefining What’s Worth Funding.”
The Bridge Discussion: Connecting Vantage Points
The session utilized a dynamic “Bridge Discussion” format. Designed to surface practical pathways forward, the dialogue opened with four minutes of concentrated insights from a distinguished panel of experts:
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Jennifer Buckley – Founder and Managing Director, Sweef Capital
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Amalia Aini – VP Fund Creation, Living Lab Ventures
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Agung Utama – Executive Director & Partner, Tribhuwana Advisory
As the Session Leader, Dr. Eddi Danusaputro expertly moderated the dialogue, guiding the panel through the most pressing implications of today’s funding climate and drawing out the vital intersections between their diverse perspectives.
The New Criteria for “Investable Innovation”
The core of the discussion examined a critical question: What is truly worth funding in the next era of innovation? The panel unpacked the key drivers behind the declining investor confidence in traditional, cash-burning startup models.
Moving beyond “growth at all costs,” the conversation highlighted that investors are now prioritizing sustainability, resilience, and real-world value creation. Dr. Eddi and the panelists explored several critical themes:
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Shifting Investor Expectations: Identifying the new criteria that define “investable innovation” in today’s rigorous funding environment.
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Sectors Gaining Traction: Highlighting the specific business models, sectors, and geographies attracting serious capital in 2026 and beyond.
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Alternative Capital Structures: Exploring the growing importance of patient capital, blended finance, and alternative funding mechanisms to unlock opportunities that conventional venture capital might overlook.
Through this session, Amvesindo aims to provide actionable insights for founders and ecosystem builders, ensuring they remain competitive and resilient in an ever-evolving capital landscape. Innovation must now be intrinsically linked to sustainable business fundamentals.