Swiss Startup Association

🚀Welcome Ebmeyer Consulting to our SSA Partner Family! Ebmeyer Consulting blends targeted strategy and sales expertise with advanced, tailor-made AI solutions and cutting-edge marketing knowledge. It's just like a personal trainer for your business. ❗Make sure you don't miss their event in January: 🚀 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹𝗶𝘇𝗲𝗱 𝗔𝗜 𝗔𝘀𝘀𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁! Unlock the full potential of Artificial Intelligence in your daily work by joining Nadine Ebmeyer for the exclusive „Create Your AI Assistant“ Workshop on Thursday, January 16, 2025, in Zurich. 🎯 What to expect: ✅ Design your own personalized AI assistant ✅ Discover tips & tricks for integrating AI into your daily workflow ✅ Learn advanced prompting techniques to optimize your assistant’s performance ✅ Explore practical, hands-on examples that you can implement immediately 🗓 Details: 📍 When: Thursday, January 16, 2025 (Two slots available: 9:30 AM–1:30 PM or 2:30 PM–6:30 PM) 📍 Where: Days with Us AG, Grubenstrasse 6, 8045 Zurich 📧 Register now! Early Bird tickets are available until December 31, 2024: https://hubs.li/Q0309Glm0 Contact: 📧 Nadine Ebmeyer ([email protected]) Don’t miss this chance to create your own AI-powered assistant and take your productivity to the next level! 👉 Sign up today to secure your spot! #AIWorkshop #CreateYourAI #Innovation #Networking #Zurich @Ebmeyer Consulting

🎄 Happy weekend right before Christmas! Here are some happy moments from our events this year. We’re looking forward to an exciting 2025! 🚀 #SwissStartups #Community #HappyHolidays

☕🥐How about a Café+Croissant at FONGIT HQ in Geneva🥐☕ Join the Swiss Startup Association and FONGIT for a networking breakfast in Geneva! 🚀 This event is the perfect chance to: 🔹 Connect with leading entrepreneurs and innovators 🔹 Stay updated on what's happening in the Geneva startup community 🔹 Expand your network over fresh coffee and croissants 🗓 Date: 16.01.2025 ⏰ Time: 09:30 - 10:30 📍 Location: FONGIT HQ, Rte de la Galaise 34, 1228 Plan-les-Ouates, 6th floor Come for the coffee, stay for the connections! ☕🔗Link for registration We can’t wait to see you there! #Networking #Startups #Innovation #Geneva #SwissStartupAssociation

🔬 𝗜𝗣 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝘂𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗹𝗶𝗳𝗲 𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗽. 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗱-𝗼𝗻? Join us for Founders Academy: Mastering Intellectual Property and Regulatory Affairs – The Essential Guide for Life Science Startups and gain the actionable insights you need to stay ahead. 📅 When: February 18, 2025, 15:30–17:30 📍 Where: E. Blum Offices, Hofwiesenstrasse 349, 8050 Zürich 🍷 Followed by aperitif & networking Speakers: - Christian Berk, IP Expert & Pharmacist, E. Blum & Co. AG& Co. AG - Celine Weber, Life Science Attorney, Walder Wyss Ltd. More speakers to be announced! Key Takeaways: ✅ Timing Patent Applications: Learn when to file for maximum protection. ✅ Patent Portfolio Management: Strategically manage your IP assets. ✅ Regulatory Challenges: Overcome common hurdles in life sciences. ✅ Proactive Planning: Integrate regulatory steps for smooth product launches. Equip your life science startup with the knowledge to handle IP and regulatory complexities while driving growth and innovation. 🔗 Register now to secure your spot! Registration link in the comments. #SwissStartups #LifeSciences #IntellectualProperty #RegulatoryAffairs #StartupGrowth #Innovation

Meet Deion Impallomeni, CEO of Julith Group AG 💡 Julith Group AG is transforming how marketers engage audiences using AI-powered algorithms. Deion shares how their innovative platform consolidates marketing messages across formats, guiding users through the funnel effectively. Founded in 2017, they’ve attracted 22 clients, including Fortune 500 companies, by leveraging data to optimise engagement. 🚀 In 2024, they’re focused on enhancing their product and seeking investment to accelerate development. Deion sees a tipping point where organisations will fully grasp how to feed data to algorithms for the best results. 🔍 Read the full interview here: https://hubs.li/Q0302x100 #AI #MarketingInnovation #Startups

🚀 𝗦𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝟱 𝘁𝗼 𝟱𝟬 𝗘𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗼𝘆𝗲𝗲𝘀: 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝗬𝗼𝘂 𝗥𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝗳𝘁?🌱📈 Growing your startup from a small, tight-knit team to a 50-person company is an exciting milestone — but it comes with challenges and changes. From restructuring your team and mastering communication to redefining your role as a founder, scaling requires a strategic approach. Join us for this webinar where experienced entrepreneurs share how to navigate the scaling journey effectively. Gain practical insights to ensure your growth is smooth and sustainable. 🎤 Speakers: Laurent Decrue, Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Holycode™ Gregory Inauen, Founder & Co-CEO at grape insurance Armon Bättig, Co-Founder at Ledgy 🗓️ When: 22.01.2025, 12:00-13:00 🖥️ Where: Online – Zoom 🔍 Key Takeaways: ✅ Adapting Team Structures for Growth: Learn how to create efficient hierarchies and clarify roles as your team expands. ✅ Mastering Communication Dynamics: Discover how to maintain transparency and culture as communication scales. ✅ The Founder’s New Role: Understand how your responsibilities shift and how to delegate effectively while leading your startup forward. Don’t miss out on expert advice to sidestep common scaling pitfalls.🌟 👉 Registration link in comments #StartupScaling #GrowthStrategies #Leadership #TeamGrowth #Entrepreneurship #SwissStartupAssociation #ScalingStartups

✨🎉 A Message from Our President Raphael Tobler: Reflecting on 2024 and Looking Ahead! 🎉✨ As 2024 draws to a close, Raphael shares some of the main achievements. ❄️🎄 This year has been truly remarkable for the SSA: 🚀 170+ events supporting the startup ecosystem 🤝 1,800 members connecting together and learning from each other 🏛️ Ongoing political engagement to improve conditions for startups in Switzerland None of this would be possible without the incredible founders, partners, and supporters who believe in our mission to make Switzerland the most startup-friendly country in Europe. 🎥 Watch the video to hear Raphael's full message and celebrate a fantastic year with us! Thank you for being part of our journey. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and an even more successful 2025! 🌟 #SwissStartupAssociation #StartupCommunity #HappyHolidays #ThankYou #Innovation #StartupEcosystem

💼☕ Women Who Launch: Female Founders Breakfast ☕ Calling all female founders! Join us for an intimate Female Founders Breakfast co-hosted with the Startup Desk team from Wenger Vieli focused on the vital topic of startup financing. 💡 This event is designed to create a relaxed, supportive space where you can connect, learn, and ask your burning finance-related questions. Whether you’re navigating equity, exploring convertible loans, or preparing for term sheet negotiations, this is your chance to gain practical insights directly from experts Michelle Wiki and Dominique Mattmann. 🔹 When: 17.01.2025, 7:30-9:00 🔹 Where: Cafe Bar Black1966, Färberstrasse 6, 8008 Zürich 🔹 Seats: Limited to 20 participants 🔹 Ticket: CHF 30 (includes breakfast & drinks) Don’t miss this opportunity to ask questions, share experiences, and expand your financial knowledge in a cozy, supportive setting. 🌟 Spots are limited, so secure your seat now! 🔗https://hubs.li/Q02__-kL0 #FemaleFounders #StartupFinance #Networking #WomenWhoLaunch #Entrepreneurship

🚀 Big news for the Swiss startup ecosystem! 🇨🇭❗ Two leading foundations — the Swiss Entrepreneurs Foundation (SwissEF) and the Deep Tech Nation Switzerland Foundation (DTNSF) — are joining forces to accelerate innovation and entrepreneurship in Switzerland. 🔗 Their shared vision? To create exceptional conditions for startups and scale-ups and build a robust capital base for the next generation of global deep tech leaders. 🎯 Key goals of this partnership: - Mobilize CHF 5 billion annually over the next decade for deep tech startups, doubling current investment volumes. - Create up to 100,000 new jobs. - Strengthen Switzerland’s reputation as a global leader in deep tech. This collaboration marks a strategic step toward ensuring Switzerland remains a top destination for innovation, growth, and entrepreneurial success. 🌐 Read the full press release here👇🏻 #SwissStartups #DeepTech #Innovation #StartupEcosystem #Collaboration #SwissEntrepreneurs #VentureCapital #ScaleUps

🚀 Ready to Launch Your Startup but Unsure Where to Begin? 🚀 Turning your idea into a thriving startup can feel overwhelming. That's why the SSA is hosting Startup Founder Fundamentals: Launching Your Startup – an afternoon dedicated to equipping you with the tools and insights to make your vision a reality! If you're a first-time founder or about to take the leap, this event will give you the practical knowledge and connections you need to launch your startup! 🗓 When: January 30, 2025, 13:00 – 19:00 📍 Where: Google Campus Europaallee, Zurich (near main station) What to Expect: ✅ Legal & Operational Basics ✅ Building Your Early-Stage Team ✅ Fundraising Your First Million 💰 ✅ Marketing essentials for growth/lead generation with zero budget ✅ Shareholder Relationships ✅ Expert Panel with Startup Founders ✅ Aperitif & Networking 🍷 Speakers: Raphael Tobler – President, Swiss Startup Association & Co-Founder, eduwo Pascal Stürchler – CEO & Co-Founder, Bloomhaus Ventures Tekin Ahmadi – Channel Manager, Bexio Evelina Lazauskaitė – CMO, zealy 🔗 Spots are limited – register now and kickstart your entrepreneurial journey! 👉🏻Link to registration in comments. #SwissStartups #Entrepreneurship #StartupFounders #Networking #LaunchYourStartup