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STARTUP CAMPUS provides Swiss entrepreneurs with free training, networking opportunities, and tailored support programs. From structured business courses to startup incubators and accelerator initiatives, it helps founders turn ideas into successful ventures.

STARTUP CAMPUS is a key player in Switzerland’s startup ecosystem, providing aspiring entrepreneurs with the knowledge, resources, and connections needed to build and scale their businesses. Since 2013, it has trained and supported over 4,000 entrepreneurs through tailored programs and initiatives.

Comprehensive Entrepreneurship Training

Through the Innosuisse Entrepreneurship Training programs, STARTUP CAMPUS equips participants with essential entrepreneurial skills. The Business Concept Course is a 12-week acceleration program covering business modeling, financial planning, and market entry strategies. These courses are free of charge and open to individuals affiliated with Swiss universities.

Networking and Events

STARTUP CAMPUS organizes a range of events that bring together startup founders, investors, and industry experts. Events such as Startup Stories: Polarbear Pitch Event provide valuable insights into entrepreneurial journeys and facilitate networking opportunities.

Strategic Initiatives for Startups

To further support founders at different stages, STARTUP CAMPUS offers several key initiatives:

  • Startup Accelerator: A micro-learning platform featuring exclusive training videos and resources for early-stage startups.
  • Runway Incubator: A tailored coaching and mentoring program designed for pre-seed and seed-stage startups, offering access to co-working spaces at Technopark Winterthur.
  • Female Founders Initiative: A dedicated program to increase the number of female (co-)founders in Switzerland through events, networking, and mentorship.

By working with a consortium of 35 partners from Swiss universities and institutions, STARTUP CAMPUS plays a crucial role in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship across Switzerland.

Belinda Klostermann

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