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SWITZERLAND’S LEADING STARTUP COMPETITION

Want to turn your innovative startup idea into reality? 

Learn how >>venture>> can support you.

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Mynerva takes home the 2025 Grand Prize
How did the winners rank? Read on for the full list and highlights from this year's Award Ceremony.
Meet the Trailblazers: here are the 2025 Winners
We’re thrilled to unveil the extraordinary innovators selected as the 2025 Venture Winners!
Announcing the 2025 >>venture>> Finalists!
The wait is over... discover the game-changing startups that made it to this year’s final round.

Why should you join >>venture>>?

Ready to turn your innovative business or impact-driven idea into reality? Then you’re a perfect match for >>venture>>, an annual competition that supports early-stage startups.

Awarding over half a million Swiss francs, each year we open our competition and invite you to attend our workshops, make connections in the Swiss startup scene and access our coaching and mentor network.

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Prizes

Make your startup dreams a reality with up to CHF 150,000 in cash and a business consulting package from McKinsey & Company.

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Network

Connect with mentors and get expert feedback. Make valuable contacts that will shape your future and get your business off the ground.

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Visibility

Make connections in the Swiss startup scene and get access to investors and top business executives in Switzerland as well as media exposure.

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Roche

"At Roche, we believe that bold ideas can change lives. Supporting >>venture>> reflects our deep commitment to fostering the next generation of innovators tackling society's biggest challenges. We know that success doesn't happen overnight - but with the right mindset, stamina and support, innovation will find its way. That's why we're proud to stand behind an initiative that helps visionary entrepreneurs turn potential into progress."

Thomas Schinecker, CEO at Roche

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