COMPETITION WINNERS
Launched in 1997, >>venture>> has been fostering winning business ideas for over 25 years. Competition alumni have gone on to successfully found over 1’500 companies and create more than 15’000 jobs here in Switzerland. Read on to learn more about the up-and-coming innovators that >>venture>> has supported over the years.
2026 Winners
EDWATEC develops integrated optical amplifiers that enable compact, energy-efficient photonic systems for next-generation AI infrastructure and communications.
Botana AI GmbH
Social & Environmental Impact
Winner
Botana AI is a farmer-first platform that helps growers manage their land like a financial portfolio, optimizing crop choices for profit and climate resilience.
Birds&Co.
Social & Environmental Impact
Finalist
Birds&Co. creates floating cork platforms that redirect protected nesting waterbirds away from boats, enabling peaceful, legal cohabitation on Swiss lakes.
MyHandyPlus SA
Social & Environmental Impact
Finalist
MyHandyPlus is Europe's inclusive dating platform enabling people with disabilities to build authentic relationships and reduce social isolation.
