How did ORIENTED first get started?

ORIENTED.ORG began in 1998 as an online community for Taiwan's international residents founded by Gus Adapon and Christine Hsu.
Gus and Christine built the web-
site during their free time as a not-for-profit, volunteer endea-
vor, and as a way to ... more

What is your objective?

We strive to build meaningful communities of all those interes-
ted in Asian businesses and cultures.

What is our business model?

We make money though event registration fees, sponsorships, website banner advertising, job posting fees, and strategic partnerships that add value to our Members and to the overall growth of the company.

Why the name "ORIENTED"?

We help people get acclimated, or "oriented", to all things related to the "Orient" -- thus the double meaning.

Are there any plans to host ORIENTED Happy Hours in other cities?

We are always interested in hosting ORIENTED events in any location where there is an interest to have them. All it takes is a qualified team of people to organize them with the level of professionalism we have come to expect and to effectively promote them locally.

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Do I have to be Asian to attend ORIENTED events?

ORIENTED.COM brings together people who share a common interest in Asian businesses and cultures. We encourage a diversity of membership and welcome participation by Asia enthusiasts from all backgrounds and levels of experience.

Who "did" your website?

The homepages and page templates were designed by Media Bubble. Back end development was all Ben Cheng, our long-
time, in-house Webmaster. Christine Hsu served as the User Coordinator between them and directed content production, helping to bring the site's overall look and feel to fruition.