<p>Can technology make seasonal food available <strong>all year round</strong> without losing its freshness?</p><p>We sit down with <strong>Christopher Quek, VC, entrepreneur, and founder of Spike Durian,</strong> to explore how a simple obsession with durian led to an unexpected startup opportunity.</p><p>After <strong>two decades investing in startups</strong>, Christopher decided to jump back into the arena. What followed was a fascinating journey into <strong>food technology, AI-assisted freezing methods, and building a new kind of durian business.</strong></p><p>From finding suppliers in Malaysia to launching the company in just <strong>three months</strong>, this episode dives deep into the entrepreneurial mindset behind spotting opportunities others overlook.</p><p>But the conversation goes far beyond durian.</p><p><strong>We explore:</strong></p><ul><li>What investors really look for in startups</li><li>The challenges of commercializing new technology</li><li>How founders test product-market fit</li><li>The surprising customer segment that embraced this idea</li><li>And why Southeast Asia might be the next big growth story for entrepreneurs</li></ul><p>If you're a <strong>startup founder, SME owner, investor, or just curious about how businesses are built</strong>, this episode is packed with insights.</p><br><p><br></p><p><strong>---</strong></p><br><p><strong>🎧 The Financial Coconut: </strong></p><p>Your weekly source for empowering financial knowledge and unlocking possibilities. We explore personal finance, investing, and entrepreneurship to help you build a richer life. Join us as we explore personal finance, investing and more.</p><br><p>Get ready to take control of your financial future and live your best life, financially wise: https://linkin.bio/thefinancialcoconut</p><br><p><strong>📍 LISTEN &amp; SUBSCRIBE</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-spotify" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Spotify</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-applepodcast" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Apple Podcast</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-youtube" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>🔗 CONNECT WITH US</strong></p><p><strong>Get daily tips, insights, and community:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-instagram" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Instagram</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-tiktok" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">TikTok</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-telegram" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Telegram</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-Whatsapp-channel" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Whatsapp</a></li><li><a href="https://rebrand.ly/TFC-Newsletter" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Newsletter</a></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>📺 MORE FROM OUR NETWORK</strong></p><p><strong>Discover our other shows and deep dives on </strong><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@TheFinancialCoconutTFC/playlists" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">YouTube</a></p><br><p><strong>⚠️ Disclaimer:</strong></p><p><em>The content discussed in this episode is intended for educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. The information provided is based on our understanding at the time of recording and may not reflect the current regulations or market conditions. The opinions expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily represent those of The Financial Coconut. Please do your due diligence before making any investment or financial decisions.</em></p><p>Help us get to know you better: <a href="http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">http://bit.ly/thefinancialcoconut-survey</a></p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>