From Ideas to Impact
This year’s ASBhive Incubator Program brought together a vibrant mix of ideas from AI-driven platforms to experiential wellness initiatives. The founders showcased startups that tackle real-world challenges across education, mental health, leadership, and business strategy. The Incubator session was led by IEC team as he brings a decade of hands-on startup and corporate know-how to the Incubator. His steady guidance helped this cohort turn rough ideas into ready-to-launch ventures.
From AI-powered tools like CandorLabs (leadership coaching for SMEs) and AIU13 (STEM learning for kids under 13), to a functional wellness product like IsoJelly, a jelly-based energy drink, the innovations were as diverse as the minds behind them.
Others explored social impact and advisory services: Exec Connect helps foreign businesses enter Malaysia, while Big Ideas for Young Minds introduces children to life lessons via an inspiring podcast series.
Meanwhile, Setenang brought a unique touch with equine-assisted mental wellness, and YDHT created a hybrid mentorship platform for young professionals across Southeast Asia.
Whether powered by AI, horses, or heart, these founders showed what it means to turn bold ideas into meaningful impact.
The Entrepreneurs
- Adrian (MannaTek IsoJelly) – Jelly-based functional beverage for energy and hydration.
- Damian (Big Ideas for Young Minds) – Kid-friendly podcast series sharing life lessons from global thought leaders.
- Thomas Maddison (CandorLabs) – AI-driven leadership coaching platform for SMEs.
- Parvin (Exec Connect) – Strategic advisory services for SMEs and foreign businesses entering Malaysia.
- Nurul Atiqah (Setenang) – Equine-assisted mental wellness program for corporates and individuals.
- Viknapergash Guraiah (AIU13) – AI-powered STEM learning platform for children under 13.
- Vik Ganesan & Fatima Pauline (YDHT) – Hybrid mentorship platform for young professionals in Southeast Asia.
We’re incredibly proud of each participant — not only for the ideas they’ve developed, but for the courage and growth they’ve shown throughout the program.
Here’s to bold beginnings and even brighter futures!
