To encourage more international students to explore entrepreneurship and career opportunities in Taiwan, the Office of International Affairs (OIA) at National Chung Cheng University recently hosted a special entrepreneurship talk featuring Frank Wu, Founder and Chairman of Bezalel Wireless Charging. The event was attended by Prof. Victoria Rau, Vice President for International Affairs, and Prof. Gerry Rau, retired adjunct assistant professor from the Department of Electrical Engineering, who also offered his support to the session.

Frank Wu shared how he developed Bezalel with the vision of “A Wire-Free Life,” aiming to create a future where people can enjoy wireless charging anytime and anywhere. With clear market positioning and continuous product innovation, Bezalel successfully entered the international market. The company raised over NT$4.08 million on Kickstarter and launched a series of products including Prelude X, Omnia X, and Prelude S, expanding from consumer products to B2B applications and showcasing Taiwan’s strength in smart-living technology.

During the talk, Wu reflected on the challenges he faced in the early stages of entrepreneurship, such as long-term technological development, uncertainty in fundraising, market validation, cross-country regulatory differences, and the complexity of mass production. He emphasized that true entrepreneurship is not about avoiding difficulties, but about “finding a way forward even in the face of setbacks.”

The session also echoed OIA’s ongoing efforts to support international students in their long-term development in Taiwan. Drawing from his own journey, Wu shared several practical suggestions for international students interested in innovation or entrepreneurship:
1. Dare to propose ideas—Entrepreneurship doesn’t require everything to be perfect. Taking the first step is what matters most.

2. Understand user needs—Start from the problem; only then will the value of your product be seen.

3. Use cross-cultural strengths—International students have unique insights into global markets and cultural differences.

4. Use Taiwan as a testing base—Taiwan’s flexible market and fast feedback make it an ideal starting point for new ventures.

5. Don’t give up when setbacks arise—Every adjustment may be the foundation for the next success.

At the end of the talk, Wu encouraged all international students: “Don’t limit your possibilities. With your language abilities, cultural backgrounds, and global perspectives, Taiwan can be the starting point where you pursue your career and entrepreneurial dreams.”

This event not only offered international students a clearer picture of what entrepreneurship in Taiwan truly looks like, but also strengthened the university’s role as a hub for global youth innovation.

The OIA stated that it will continue organizing career and entrepreneurship-related activities to help international students gain deeper insights into Taiwan’s industries, innovation ecosystem, and cultural environment—supporting them in building a future in Taiwan.