About the expert:

Kassym Kabylgali is an entrepreneur and mentor with more than ten years of experience in building digital products and accelerating startups. He began his career at Yandex.Taxi, where he was responsible for launching the service in Kazakhstan, overseeing operational processes and partnerships. Later, he joined the Italian startup DayBreakHotels.com, where in two years he connected more than 1,000 hotels in the USA, UK, UAE, and Australia. In 2021, Kassym became a co-founder of Squares.kz — the first platform in Kazakhstan for renting creative and commercial spaces. Over three years, the project grew to 2,000+ locations in 20+ cities and gained the support of the 500 Global venture fund. Since 2024, he has been actively working as a mentor and tracker in Astana Hub acceleration programs, helping startups go from idea to MVP and first sales. During this time, he has supported more than 100 teams. Today, he develops his own venture studio, Kas Ventures, where he tests and launches new products at the intersection of technology and behavior.

His work allowed:

- launch products and startups in international markets (USA, Europe, Asia);

- help over 100 teams in Astana Hub move from idea to MVP and first customers;

- scale Squares.kz up to 2,000+ locations and attract venture capital investments;

- develop and implement systematic approaches to hypothesis testing and startup growth.

What you will receive at the consultation:

- help in packaging your idea into a clear product and MVP;

- formulating hypotheses and building a growth rhythm through tracking;

- tips for validating initial sales channels;

- support in pitch formation, positioning, and strategy for investors;

- practical recommendations from real‑world experience in international scaling.

How is the consultation going?:

Format — online (Zoom / Google Meet), offline — by appointment if you are in Bangkok;

Duration — 45–60 minutes.

Additional steps:

after booking the consultation, our manager will contact you to clarify details and send a preparation questionnaire. This will allow you to make the most of the meeting and focus on key issues.