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🚀 The 2027 edition of the >>venture>> startup competition is officially OPEN!

If you are an innovative early-stage startup based in Switzerland, this is your opportunity to turn your ambition into action — and take your startup to the next level.

Here’s what’s in it for you:
💰 Nearly CHF 600,000 in non-dilutive cash prizes across six categories, including a CHF 50,000 Spotlight Award.

🤝 Mentorship from experienced industry experts to help you tackle your biggest challenges.

🌐 Access to a vast network of experts and entrepreneurs from across the Swiss innovation ecosystem.

📣 Major visibility for your startup and the opportunity to showcase your business to a broad network of stakeholders.

💼 The chance to win a business consulting package from McKinsey & Company.

💡 Valuable feedback from experienced jurors and experts throughout the competition.

🏆 And, of course, the opportunity to become part of the >>venture>> community and join the many ambitious founders who have taken part over the past 30 years.

Best of all? Application is completely FREE and the prizes are non-dilutive.

❓ Not sure if you qualify? Check the entry requirements on our website to see if your startup is eligible.

📅 Applications are open until November 30, 2026.

🔥 Ready to take the leap?

👉 Apply now at venture.ch/participate

Tag an ambitious founder who should apply — and spread the word! 🚀

One day to go until applications for the >>venture>> 2027 startup competition open!

And this edition is a special one: >>venture>> turns 30. 🎂

30 years of supporting ambitious founders, celebrating Swiss innovation and helping startups take their next big step.

Are you ready to be part of the next chapter?

Applications open tomorrow! Stay tuned. 👀

Got a great business idea but not sure where to start?🚀

Join us at the Starting Line and get practical answers to the six key questions every entrepreneur should ask — from building your team to finding the right funding.

📍 Lausanne — October 5, 2026 | 6:30 PM
EPFL, MED Building
🎟️ Register for Lausanne [Link in bio]

📍 Zurich — October 20, 2026 | 6:30 PM
ETH Zurich, CHN Building (Grüner Boden)
🎟️ Register for Zurich [Link in bio]

Come with your idea. Leave with a clearer path forward — and one step closer to CHF 150,000 in prizes.

Ready to venture forward?

🚀 Ready to start your >>venture>> 2027 application?

Join us at The Starting Line at EPFL and get first-hand advice from some of the very people who will be evaluating your application. 👀

You’ll get the chance to:
🤔 Ask our jurors what makes an application stand out
🎯 Get practical tips on how to approach the six evaluation criteria
🖼️ Learn how to frame your answers and present your startup at its best
❓ Get your questions answered before submitting your application

📍 EPFL (MED Building)
📅 October 5 (in exactly one week!)
🎟️ Free event — but registration is required [Link in bio]

Let's get you started right away — don't wait any longer! Our application deadline is November 30, 2026.

🏁 Ready to take your first step towards >>venture>> 2027?

This year, we’re putting you at the Starting Line.

Join us in Lausanne or Zurich for an evening designed to help you understand what makes a strong >>venture>> application — and start working on yours.

🔎 Watch the jury in action as real jurors score startups live and unpack the six criteria they’ll be looking for.

✍️ Get writing in the Writing Room, where practical prompts will help you structure your thinking around one of the six jury criteria.

💡 Get challenged in our Clinics, where experienced mentors will give you feedback and answer your questions.

🤝 Meet the community over an apéro with fellow founders, the >>venture>> team, and members of our expert network.

Whether you have a startup, a side project, or just an idea, come find out what it takes to get to the Top 200.

📅 Lausanne — October 5, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📍 EPFL, MED Building
🎟️ Register by following the link in our bio

📅 Zurich — October 20, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📍 ETH Zurich, CHN Building (Grüner Boden)
🎟️ Register with the link in our bio

Your 2027 journey starts here.

🚀 Introducing The Starting Line!

Applications for the 2027 >>venture>> competition open on October 1 — and this year, we’re kicking things off differently.

On October 5, join us at EPFL to discover what it takes to make it to the Top 200 and get a first taste of the new >>venture>> experience.

Watch real jurors score startups live, discover the six criteria they’ll be looking for, and put your own thinking to the test.

✍️ Writing Room: work on your own answer to one of the six jury criteria, with practical prompts and guidance to help you structure your thinking.
💡 Clinics: get your answer challenged by experienced mentors, and ask questions before submitting your application.
🤝 Apéro: meet fellow founders, the >>venture>> team, and members of our expert community.

Whether you have a startup, a side project, or just an idea, The Starting Line is for you.

And with the 2027 edition marking 30 years of >>venture>>, there’s never been a better time to join us.

🔗 Find out more about the event and register by following the link in our bio.

📅 October 5, 2026 | 6:30 PM
📍 EPFL, MED Building (Lausanne)
🎟️ Free to attend

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NFTs are for everyone

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