SHAPING THE COMPANIES OF TOMORROW
>>venture>> jurors play a fundamental role in the competition, and through their choices and evaluations, help shape the Swiss startup scene.
Here is a look at the process, what we are looking for in a juror, and what to expect as a jury member.

Jury round 2
May
Members of this jury must be approved by the >>venture>> Steering Committee.
Who can become a juror?
Jurors must have a solid understanding of business planning, a feeling for innovative concepts and be familiar with the startup scene. Typically, >>venture>> jurors possess a combination of the following experience and knowledge:
What you get
Juror responsibilities
Tasks
We are asking for your industry expertise to:
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read through an average of 4 - 6 submissions online, on our secure Awards Platform
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grade the submissions and give written feedback following the criteria we provide. We will send you detailed instructions a couple of weeks prior to the judging period.
Commitment
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Time: it takes approx. 1 - 1.5 hours to evaluate each plan.
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Availability: between March 15 - March 29, 2023
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Pro Bono activity
How to apply
If you are interested in joining as a juror for round 1, and you are available in the period listed above, please fill out the form below.
Useful Resources: - Tutorial video
FAQs
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who else is in the jury
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what kind of visibility do I get?
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how can I get in touch with startups directly
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how can I become a mentor?
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is the evaluation anonymous?
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what is the minimum number of plans I need to evaluate?
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Do I get paid?
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How much time does it take? How much time per startup plan?
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Do I evaluate solely on the submission or should I get in touch with the startup?
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Can I meet other jurors?
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How much feedback should I give?