• Alex Kuo is a managing director & general partner based in Taiwan. Chairman of IP4 World Corp., and Director of Japan 1n4S, Alex brings executive expertise from the IT, electronics, real estate and services industries. He provided global marketing for the Eureka Group (Japan), and is a co-founder and partner in the successful up-scale boutique hotel chain in Taiwan (Les Suites Taipei). Alex serves or has served on a number of boards, including China Top Crown Property Management ( present), Chung-Hwa Investments ( 2003-2005), Vertel (USA 2001-2002), Trigon Technology ( 1997-2001) and DSET Corp. (USA 1992-1997). He received  a Bachelor of Science degree in mechanical engineering form the Taiwan National Chung-Hsin University, followed by an MS Engineering degree at Utah State University, and a Ph.D in mechanical engineering from Ohio State University.

• Cliff Nakayama is a managing director & general partner based in California, USA. Vice Chairman of Componus, Inc., Cliff's extensive executive experience in automotive supply (Asia Forging Supply Company), aerospace/defense ( United Defense, acquired by BAE Systems), software ( Synchronicity acquired by MatrixOne), and manufacturing (FMC Corporation). As Vice President for a major defense/aerospace company, Cliff ran two U.S. product lines and established overseas operations in Taiwan. Thereafter, he was brought on board a Tier 2 Taiwan automotive company as the CEO. He is one of the few executives to have successfully run operations in two different countries, and in two different industries. He currently serves as on the board of directors or advisor for three companies. Cliff is a graduate of the U.S. Military Academy at West Point in general engineering, and from Pepperdine University of Malibu, California with a MBA.

          What collegues say about Cliff:

“Cliff is a leader, not just a manager. Many high level executives and founders espouse “vision”, but never get to executing and the practicalities of building a business – Cliff does. He has inspired me to the extent that I now work for the company full-time, and supported me to create a major account team that controls our own P&L. He is a superb strategic planner who assessed the weaknesses and shortcomings of our management, sales, and financial accounting, then brought discipline to the management team to review key performance metrics that has resulted in the continuous build-up in sales and profitability. He is a stabilizing force within the company by providing a keen example in business ethics, and enlightened management for the employees. This has a resulted in a continuous reduction in personnel turnover.” March 12, 2007

Jack Purney, Vice President Sales, Asia Forging Supply

" Cliff is one of the few Americans that has devoted a significant part of his life to developing business in Asia.... He is an energetic and tireless executive who has led infrastructure improvements... [company] relies on Cliff's guidance and leadership in strategic planning..."

Paul C. K. Chung, Acting President, Metal Industries Research and Development Centre

• Joel Chou is a managing director and general partner based in Hong Kong. He has a rich history of cross-continent, bi-cultural management. Joel's industrial background is in energy (Schlumberger, Commex Industries) and high-tech where he has progressed from general manager (China Great Wall Computer)  to CFO for two companies , one in Taiwan, and the other in Silicon Valley (Trigon Technology Group) where he led the merger to an acquiring company (Vertel) and listed on NASDAQ. Joel received his Bachelor of Science degree from the Taiwan National Chung Hsing University in mechanical engineering, followed by a Master of Science  degree in mechanical engineering at Texas A&M University. He is a registered Professional Engineer.

• Tony Wang is a managing director and general partner based in Viet Nam. Tony has been managing infrastructure projects and organizations of increased complexity since 1990. Formerly the Deputy Secretary-General of the Chung Haw Railway Industry Development Association, Mr. Wang led the day-to-day operations to integrate the capabilities in signal, telecommunications, machinery & capital equipment, and raw material for over 140 companies. He has led trade delegations to Europe, Japan, Southeast Asia, and the former soviet Union countries for international companies, such as Siemens, Bombardier, and Nippon Sharyo while as the director of programs for the Ministry of Economic Affairs. Currently, he serves as a consultant to agencies within Viet Nam. Tony received his bachelor degree in computer science from the Feng Chia University, and earned his MBA from the University of South Australia.