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The voice of Swiss startups

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startup scene

We improve the conditions for Swiss startups on a political and educational level and provide them with the necessary viability.

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Receive legal support, search for investors or join an education session in our one-stop-shop for startups.

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We represent and voice your interests, issues and wishes in politics and society, so that you don’t have to.

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Currently there are 1600 Startups
Supported by 25 Partners
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As an ecosystem,
we shape the startup landscape in Switzerland

Reaching our goals and fulfilling our mission requires a dedicated team of volunteers and professionals. The Swiss Startup Association is supported by a board of directors and advisors, a team of volunteers, and an operations team.

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Julian Liniger CEO & Co-Founder of Relai
It makes me feel connected to the Swiss startup (founders) ecosystem and helps me build my network and to exchange experiences with startup peers.
Laura Matter Founder noii.ch
"No matter what problem I reach out to them with, the Swiss Startup Association always has a contact, a free workshop, or simply a motivational injection. Especially for people like me who are still inexperienced as entrepreneurs, their support is worth its weight in gold!"
Pascal Brunner vatorex
"The Swiss Startup Association is the nationwide voice of entrepreneurs. As startups can only move the ecosystem together, we joined the SSA."
Michael Kubli kinetic AG
"It is important that Swiss startups also have a voice in politics and that they can stick together as well as benefit from each other. The SSA makes this possible and that is why I am a member myself."
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Meet Swiss Startup Association member - Chris Ryan, Founder & CEO iosys LLC
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Meet Chris Ryan, Founder & CEO iosys LLC
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Meet Raphael Rohner, CEO & Founder R17 Ventures AG
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Deion Impallomeni, CEO of Julith Group AG
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Meet Deion Impallomeni, CEO of Julith Group AG
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Six Criteria that make a young company a "Startup"

Is Your Company a "Startup"?

To be considered a startup, your company should meet six criteria: a tech-driven solution, focus on innovation, ambitious growth plans, scalability, international demand, and investors seeking high returns. If these align with your business, you’re more than just a new company—you’re a true startup.

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Upcoming Startup Events

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Founders Dinner: CTO Edition
  • Date:
    07.10.2024 / 18:00 - 21:00
  • Location:
    Zurich
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Join SSA for this Webinar: CRMs for Startups: Why, How, What? Building a Scalable Growth Engine with Hubspot for Startups
Webinar: CRMs for Startups: Why, How, What? Building a Scalable Growth Engine
  • Date:
    08.10.2024 / 12:00 - 13:00
  • Location:
    Online
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Founders Dinner ticino
Founders Dinner: Ticino
  • Date:
    09.10.2024 / 18:45-21:30
  • Location:
    Lugano
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