Startup Campus

🚀 Join us at our Open Day at Büro Züri Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank! 🚀

We are excited to invite you to our Open Day on August 28th, starting at 3:00 PM. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with current startups and the BZI, enjoy after-work drinks, and join us for a summer BBQ.

Interested in attending? Register via email at [email protected]. Please mention the number of people attending and the name of your startup in the email.

For those looking to apply and experience BZI firsthand, this is your perfect chance. Applications for BZI are open until the end of September. Learn more and apply via the link in our bio!

Don’t miss out on this exciting event! We look forward to seeing you there! 🌟

Find out more about Büro Züri Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank on the website linked in our bio!

Season's Greetings from STARTUP CAMPUS Team! 🎄✨

As the year draws to a close, we at STARTUP CAMPUS want to take a moment to reflect on the incredible journey we've had and share our excitement for what's coming!

🚀 Our 2023 Milestones:

12 Startup Stories Events: Participants enjoyed inspiring tales from fellow startup founders, gaining invaluable insights and motivation.

2 Ecosystem Events: A golden opportunity for founders to pitch to investors and connect with ecosystem partners.

Growth at RUNWAY Startup Incubator: We expanded our office space at Technopark Winterthur AG, with more than 20 Startups benefiting from our supportive environment and a series of engaging and enriching events, fostering a thriving community of innovators.

Business Concept Courses: 2 batches with over 250 aspiring founders equipped to launch their business ventures.

Business Creation Courses: 2 batches focused on Impact founders, totaling over 30, who are now ready to make a difference.

Business Growth Course: A specialized course for over 15 Impact founders, paving their way towards internationalization and scalability.

Büro Züri Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank: We're thrilled to welcome 5 selected innovative startups next year, marking another milestone in our journey of fostering groundbreaking ideas.

Website Launch: A new online presence to better connect with our community. Want to know more? www.startup-campus.ch

RiseUp Summit: In collaboration with and , we launched the first this year, with 250 amazing participants, over 40 inspiring speakers, 25 insightful sessions, not to mention the investor speed dating and our thrilling pitch competition. Looking forward to the next one!

Stay tuned for more updates and opportunities to grow, connect, and innovate with us. Here's to a prosperous and impactful 2024!

Warm wishes,
The STARTUP CAMPUS Team

📣 Meet Adriana Bubori 🌟

One of the distinguished speakers at our upcoming event, "Startup Stories: Failing Forward," Adriana is set to grace the virtual stage alongside Daniel Abebe. Together, they'll illuminate the trials, triumphs, and tenacity that characterize the entrepreneurial journey.

Adriana's path began in the R&D corridors of an international automotive giant. It wasn’t long before her entrepreneurial spirit led her to create her first startup from within. Her growth journey took her to Zurich, stepping into the shoes of a product manager in another startup. Now, with three diverse companies to her credit and a notable stint on 'Höhle der Löwen Switzerland', Adriana stands as a beacon of resilience and ambition in the startup world.

🚀 About the Event: Startup Stories: Failing Forward
Every entrepreneurial venture is a mix of ups and downs. This event shines a light on those crucial moments that shape a founder's journey. It’s about the setbacks, the learnings, and most importantly, the bounce-backs. Dive deep into firsthand accounts of navigating the choppy waters of the startup world, and emerge with invaluable insights.

Register Now via the link in our bio!

Join us on 13th September for this enlightening session. It's not just another webinar; it's a chance to be part of a transformative conversation. And the best part? Registration is free :)

🚀 Excited to introduce one of the promising startups from our RUNWAY Startup Incubator Incubator: WeNurse AG!

WeNurse is pioneering a novel approach in the healthcare sector by establishing the first freelancer pool that is owned by its employees. This initiative emerges from a recognized need for change in the healthcare landscape where many professionals, despite being the largest group, often feel their voices are muted. One notable aspect of WeNurse's model is its emphasis on collective decision-making. It seeks to ensure that every nurse, as a co-owner, has an opportunity to voice opinions, make decisions, and share in the overall success of the enterprise.

This innovative approach stems from a belief in challenging the prevailing status quo in healthcare and an understanding that top-tier employees play a pivotal role in an organization's success.
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Attention all start-up founders 🚀
👉 Are you looking for an innovative environment where your start-up can develop and grow?
👉 Do you want to take your start-up to the next level with coaching and start-up support?
👉 Would you like to benefit from the media presence?
👉 and all that free of charge!

💡 Then apply until 30 September for the Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank.

🔥 These 5 start-ups are currently benefiting from the fantastic offer:
🚀 Ascento Robotics
🚀 Aseptuva AG
🚀 AITHON
🚀 AI Retailer Systems AG
🚀 irmos technologies GmbH

Which start-ups should apply?
Start-ups, spin-offs, young companies and teams in an early phase of their activity with a connection to the Zurich area as well as to the university environment or research institutions. Desirable, but not required, is a connection to the key topics of the Zurich Innovation Park: robotics, mobility, aerospace, production, technologies.

🔥 Work together with inspiring founders and apply now for the Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank!
Learn more and apply via the link in our bio.

Ready to turn your innovative startup idea into a successful business? 🚀 Last chance to apply for the STARTUP CAMPUS Business Concept Course Fall 2023!

Gain the knowledge, skills, and resources to build a successful startup:

➡ 12-week course
➡ Learn how to develop a scalable business model
➡ Create a convincing investor pitch
➡ Meet successful entrepreneurs and possible co-founders
➡ Connect with and pitch your startup in front of investors at the Ecosystem Event at the end of the course
➡ Compete to win the STARTUP CAMPUS Award, including cash and voucher prizes worth more than CHF 7,000.
➡ Participation is free of charge!

Don't miss this opportunity and secure your spot now!
Learn more about the course and apply here until 12th September via the link in our bio.

🚀 Last chance to apply for the STARTUP CAMPUS Business Concept Course! Ready to turn your innovative startup idea into a successful business?

Gain the knowledge, skills, and resources to build a successful startup:

➡ 12-week course
➡ Learn how to develop a scalable business model
➡ Create a convincing investor pitch
➡ Meet successful entrepreneurs and possible co-founders
➡ Connect with and pitch your startup in front of investors at the Ecosystem Event at the end of the course
➡ Compete to win the STARTUP CAMPUS Award, including cash and voucher prizes worth more than CHF 7,000.
➡ Participation is free of charge!

Don't miss this opportunity and secure your spot now!
Learn more about the course and apply via the link in our bio.

Every entrepreneurial journey is paved with challenges, setbacks, and invaluable lessons. Join us for an enlightening session of „Startup Stories: Failing Forward“ where resilience and growth take center stage.

Featuring the inspiring tales of Adriana Bubori and Daniel Abebe, this event provides a unique glimpse into the world of startups from the perspective of those who’ve faced the storm and emerged stronger. Both founders not only rebounded from their setbacks but leveraged their failures as stepping stones to ascend to new entrepreneurial heights.

Get inspired by their stories and discover how the roadblocks of today can be transformed into the growth catalysts of tomorrow. This event is a testament to the indomitable spirit of entrepreneurship and the profound lessons that often lie hidden within failures.

The event is free of charge and will happen online. Register now via the link in our bio!

🚀 Rapidata receives CHF 150,000 to build a human brain in the cloud 🚀

Exciting news from Rapidata, one of the startups of our RUNWAY Startup Incubator! After securing CHF 1.5 million in funding, they've now raised CHF 150,000 in the third stage of Venture Kick, propelling their next steps in developing their cutting-edge data processing system with human intelligence and sentiment from specific regions.

Congratulations to the whole team at Rapidata for your outstanding success! Your dedication and hard work are truly inspiring. We can't wait to see the incredible impact your innovation will have in the industry. 🎉👏

The team is currently looking for great talent that is motivated to build the future of human machine interaction together with them, if this is interesting to you visit https://rapidata.ai/join

🚀 Some Exciting Events Coming Your Way! 🎉

Join us for a series of inspiring events designed for aspiring entrepreneurs like you!

Get to know successful founders who will talk about their personal startup stories (of success AND failure) and share their founding experiences with you. A real necessity for anyone who wants to take the plunge into entrepreneurship!

All events are free of charge and take place online or in person.

Ask all your questions about entrepreneurship, learn new skills, connect with like-minded individuals, potential co-founders, mentors, and industry experts. Start with your entrepreneurial journey!

Find all our upcoming events and register via the link in our bio.

Stay tuned for more updates on specific dates and event details. Don't miss out on these fantastic opportunities to learn, grow, and take the plunge into entrepreneurship!

Ready to turn your innovative startup idea into a successful business? 🚀 Apply now for the STARTUP CAMPUS Business Concept Course!

Gain the knowledge, skills, and resources to build a successful startup:

➡ 12-week course
➡ Learn how to develop a scalable business model
➡ Create a convincing investor pitch
➡ Meet successful entrepreneurs and possible co-founders
➡ Connect with and pitch your startup in front of investors at the Ecosystem Event at the end of the course
➡ Compete to win the STARTUP CAMPUS Award, including cash and voucher prizes worth more than CHF 7,000.
➡ Participation is free of charge!

Don't miss this opportunity and secure your spot now!
Learn more about the course and apply via the link in our bio.

Yesterday, our startups from RUNWAY Startup Incubator and had a really interesting panel talk at the Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich community event! They talked about their Startups, the challenges they face as founders and shared some very helpful hands-on tips for fellow entrepreneurs. A big thanks to Florian Herzog, Simon Beyer, Greta Preatoni, Jason Corkill and Henry Twerenbold for sharing your thoughts and experiences!

Büro Züri Innovationspark by Zürcher Kantonalbank offers home & support for up to 6 start-ups. What's really cool about this? The startups can use the space free of charge and work at Europe’s prior pioneering hub for civil aviation- now a place for research, development and innovation. As part of the bigger picture, your startup benefits from the media presence generated by Büro Züri and Switzerland Innovation Park Zurich. Learn more and apply via the link in our bio!

Huge congrats to the founders who successfully completed our Business Creation Course! Over the past six weeks, 18 startup founders worked on refining their ideas in social and impact entrepreneurship. Today marked one of hopefully many future milestones as they had the opportunity to pitch their ventures in front of a jury of experts and investors.

A big applause goes out to Greta Preatoni from My Sensation for winning the pitch competition today!

To all founders, as you embark on the next chapter of your entrepreneurial journey, remember that this is just the beginning. Continue to dream big, think outside the box, and stay committed to making a positive difference in the world. Your passion and ideas have the potential to reshape industries, uplift communities, and create lasting change.

We would also like to express our gratitude to our jury members and lead trainers who played an integral role in guiding and supporting the participants throughout the course. Your expertise, insights, and mentorship have been invaluable in nurturing these budding entrepreneurs and helping them to bring their ventures to the next level. 🙏

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🎉 A massive congratulations to Niatsu, one of the impressive Pitch Competition Winners at the Ecosystem Connect Event of our Business Concept Course!

Niatsu is making significant strides in sustainability by automating the calculations of the CO2 output for food products. Their innovative approach is set to drive positive change and promote environmentally conscious consumption.

Let's recognize the incredible team behind Niatsu: Marius Semm, Jakob T. and Andri Merz!

Their dedication and vision have paved the way for a more sustainable future.

Are you ready to unleash your entrepreneurial potential? Join our next Business Concept Course and be part of a vibrant community focused on innovation and growth. Click the link in our bio to join the next course and embark on your entrepreneurial journey!

Ready to turn your innovative startup idea into a successful business? 🚀 The STARTUP CAMPUS Business Concept Course Fall 2023 is now open for registration!

Gain the knowledge, skills, and resources to build a successful startup:

➡ 12-week course 
➡ Learn how to develop a scalable business model
➡ Create a convincing investor pitch 
➡ Meet successful entrepreneurs and possible co-founders
➡ Connect with and pitch your startup in front of investors at the Ecosystem Event at the end of the course
➡ Compete to win the STARTUP CAMPUS Award, including cash and voucher prizes worth more than CHF 7,000.
➡ Participation is free of charge!

Don't miss this opportunity and secure your spot now!
Learn more about the course and apply via the link in our bio!

🎉 A massive congratulations to SUN Co2, one of our Class and also Pitch Competition Winners of the Business Concept Course!

SUN Co2 has developed a groundbreaking technology that harnesses the power of sunlight to capture carbon. Their innovative carbon capture "plants" offer a cost-effective, scalable, and energy-efficient alternative to state-of-the-art technologies.

Congrats to the brilliant minds behind SUN Co2:
Anna De Vries, Anca Alius, Miha Pompe, Euan Richards and Peter Majerík

Their dedication and ingenuity have paved the way for a more sustainable future.

Are you ready to embark on your entrepreneurial journey? Don't miss out on the opportunity to join our next Business Concept Course! Click the link in our bio to apply and be part of a vibrant community focused on innovation and growth!

Time is your most valuable asset, especially when you're a startup founder with countless tasks and responsibilities on your plate. Mastering the art of time management is the key to maintaining productivity and achieving your goals. Let's dive into some essential tips:

⏳ Prioritize for success: Start by identifying your most important tasks and their deadlines. Create a priority list and tackle the high-impact items first. For example, if you're launching a new product, focus on activities directly related to that milestone, such as refining your marketing strategy or securing partnerships.

🤝 Delegate like a pro: Remember, you don't have to wear all the hats. Delegate tasks that others can handle, whether it's assigning social media management to your marketing team or hiring freelancers for specific projects. This frees up your time to concentrate on core responsibilities and strategic decision-making.

🚀 Embrace productivity tools: Discover the power of productivity tools that can supercharge your workflow. For instance, project management tools like Trello or Asana help you track tasks, deadlines, and progress. Time-tracking apps such as RescueTime or Toggl give you insights into how you're spending your time and identify areas for improvement.

🌿 Balance is key: Remember that a well-balanced life fuels success. Prioritize self-care and allocate time for activities that recharge your batteries, whether it's exercising, meditating, or spending quality time with loved ones. For example, schedule dedicated "unplugged" time each day, where you disconnect from work and focus on personal well-being.

Share your go-to time management hacks in the comments below. It could be a specific technique, a helpful app, or a mindset shift that has transformed your productivity. Let's help each other thrive in the startup journey!

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🎉 A huge congratulations to bac2clear, one of our Business Concept Course Class Winners 2023!

bac2clear is on a mission to make a significant impact on global healthcare. With over 400 million people worldwide suffering from urinary tract infections annually, their startup is dedicated to developing and marketing a biological therapeutic for bacterial urinary tract infections. This groundbreaking solution offers a great alternative to antibiotics, with fewer side effects and adaptability to infectious diseases of global relevance.

The exceptional team behind bac2clear: Cheickna Diawara, Jade Berlincourt Chang, Leon Ilin and Salome Räuschel!

Are you ready to take your entrepreneurial journey to the next level? Join our next Business Concept Course in Fall 2023 and become part of a vibrant community focused on innovation and growth. Click the link in our bio to join the waiting list and unlock your entrepreneurial potential!

In today's fast-paced and competitive landscape, having a strong team is crucial for achieving your startup's goals. Here are a few tips to help you assemble a winning team:

1️⃣ Define Your Vision: Clearly articulate your startup's vision, mission, and values. A shared vision acts as a guiding force, fostering a sense of purpose and motivation among team members.

2️⃣ Identify Core Competencies: Determine the key skills and competencies needed to achieve your startup's objectives. Seek diverse perspectives and complementary skill sets to build a well-rounded team.

3️⃣ Cultural Fit Matters: Building a strong team goes beyond just skills. Hire individuals who embody your startup's culture and can thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.

4️⃣ Foster Collaboration: Encourage collaboration and teamwork within your startup. Create an open and inclusive environment where everyone's opinions are valued.

5️⃣ Embrace Diversity and Inclusion: Diverse teams bring a wide range of perspectives, ideas, and experiences, leading to more creative problem-solving and better decision-making. Ensure an inclusive culture where everyone feels welcome and valued.

6️⃣ Provide Growth Opportunities: Offer training, mentorship, and opportunities to learn and grow within your startup. When individuals see a clear path for advancement, they become more engaged and committed to their work.

7️⃣ Communicate Effectively: Regularly communicate your startup's progress, goals, and challenges to keep the team aligned and motivated. Encourage open dialogue and active listening to foster a culture of trust and collaboration.

8️⃣ Lead by Example: As a startup founder, your leadership sets the tone for the entire team. Lead by example, demonstrate your commitment, and show a willingness to roll up your sleeves and get things done. Inspire your team with your passion and dedication.

🎉 A big congratulations to Miaka, one of the Class Winners of our Business Concept course!

Miaka is revolutionizing the experience of women during their menstrual cycle by providing a dietary supplement designed to alleviate cramps, PMS, and make periods more manageable.

Congrats to the dedicated team behind Miaka: Nadia Baumgartner, Hannah Widmer and Maja Schreiner!

Join our next Business Concept Course and unlock your potential! Click the link in our bio to join the waiting list or visit www.startup-campus.ch
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A huge congrats to one of our Business Concept Course Class and also Pitch Competition Winners KohlenKraft!

KohlenKraft develops, designs and produces climate-positive building materials that provide additional value compared to conventional materials, paving the way to a net-zero-world. They are dedicated to create a sustainable future and deploy sustainable materials that act as long-term storage of carbon. This allows to reduce the carbon footprint of the building industry and reduce the reliance on fossil fuels. Learn more on their website: https://kohlenkraft.ch/

Do you want to join our next Business Concept Course in Fall 2023? Click the link in our bio to join the waiting list.

🔥 BREAKING NEWS from the ZHAW Startup Challenge! 🎉

Yesterday at Technopark Winterthur AG, we had the absolute pleasure of selecting the winners of the prestigious ZHAW Startup Challenge! 💡🏆

You WON'T BELIEVE the innovation, tenacity, and sheer passion that was showcased by all the participating startups. The amount of effort they've put in and the progress they've made is truly remarkable! 👏🚀

🏆 Congratulations to the Winners! 🏆

🥇 1. Charles Gerike-Roberts and Moritz Keller with KohlenKraft
🥈 2. Daniel Stefania with Cool Code
🥉 3. Davide Paparo and Ian Caetano Rodrigues Häusler with DermatoTherma

A huge shout out to our esteemed jury who had the challenging task of making the selection: Regula Buob, Grabner Helmut, Matthias Filser, Thomas Schumann. 🙌 We missed Katka Letzing today, but we look forward to her joining us for future events.

The journey doesn't end here! This is just the beginning. We wish you all continued success on your entrepreneurial path. 🌟🚀

Many thanks for the valuable support during the course to: Christian Marxt, Birgitta Borghoff, Christian Hertach, Daniel von Felten, Hanna Brahme, Yves Ebnöther

Without our sponsors it would not have been possible. Thanks to: ZHAW School of Engineering, ZHAW School of Management and Law, ZHAW Life Sciences und Facility Management, Technopark Winterthur AG

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Last week, we joined the and ETH juniors for the final pitching event of their “The Boost”, with around 400 participants! 🎉

“The Boost” took place over the past two months, many amazing teams learned along the way and competed for the big prices last week. Melanie Binggeli and Richard Blaese from our team had the chance to present our startup support formats and award the winning teams with our amazing prices.

Thank you ETH Entrepreneur Club & ETH juniors for the organization, we've been inspired by all the amazing entrepreneurs, groundbreaking ideas, and your spirit of innovation!

📢 Join us for our next Startup Stories event about "Building a Strong Culture from Day One"! 🚀

Date: 22 May at 17.00h
Online | Free of charge

In this Startup Stories event, you will meet founders and industry experts in a panel discussion on creating a healthy, positive, and productive culture within startups and how this can contribute to the long-term success of your business.

We are looking forward to a panel discussion with insightful speakers:
🎤 Eva Gruber: Expert for Positive Thinking and Habit Change
🎤 Lauren Howe: Assistant Professor in Management at UZH, specializing in the "human side of the future of work"
🎤 Konstantin Struck: Co-Founder & Co-CEO of Kyan Health

Register now via the link in our bio.

This Innosuisse event is co-organized with the .ch , UZH Center for Leadership in the Future of Work and @ .

See you there!

Thanks to everyone who joined us for our "Startup Stories: Meet the Founders at RUNWAY" event last week. We hope you had as much fun as we did and that you learned something new from our esteemed panel of speakers.

Cyril Huwyler, Denis Galfano, Florian Herzog, and Marian Kannwischer shared their experiences and insights on starting their own companies and navigating the founding process. We were honored to have them speak and inspire us with their stories of resilience, perseverance, and innovation.

For those of you who missed the event, don't worry! We have more exciting events coming up. Check out our website, follow us on Instagram and sign up to our newsletter to be the first to know about upcoming events and trainings!

🚀 Ready to take your Startup to new heights? Apply now and join us at Büro Züri Innovationspark! 🌟

Our extraordinary workspace is designed to fuel your innovation and growth. From a sleek meeting and workshop room to state-of-the-art infrastructure, a fully-equipped kitchen, dedicated meeting zones, and convenient storage space – we've got it all covered. And the best part? You'll enjoy free 24/7 access, allowing you to work whenever and wherever inspiration strikes.

But that's not all! As a selected startup, you'll have the opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals and companies, opening doors to invaluable networking and collaboration.

So, if you're ready to embark on your entrepreneurial journey and unlock limitless potential, don't miss this opportunity.

👉 For more information and to apply, click the link in our bio.

📢 Applications are now open for our Frontrunner @ Runway program!

With our Frontrunner at RUNWAY Initiative, we are explicitly supporting Energy and Climate StartUps on their way to grow. And this is in it for you:

✅ 6 months RUNWAY membership including cash voucher to boost your innovation
✅ Access to a fully equipped co-working space
✅ Regular workshops & community events
✅ Exclusive free access to all STARTUP CAMPUS offers
✅ Access to a large network of investors, experts & talents

The program is supported by the Swiss federal office of energy, by the city of Winterthur, by Technopark Winterthur AG and by RUNWAY Startup Incubator.

If you are an Energy or Climate Tech Startup, apply via the link in our bio.

ℹ️ Application deadline: June 5, 2023

Congratulations to fountain. for winning a place in the Frontrunner @ Runway competition in spring 2023! We are proud to have the co-founders Alexander at Luca at Runway! They are developing a solution for sustainable beverage stations that reduces energy consumption by up to 40%.

With our Frontrunner @ Runway Initiative, we are explicitly supporting Energy and Climate StartUps on their way to grow. If you are an Energy or Climate Tech Startup, apply here for the next batch until June 5 via the link in our bio.

Thanks to Energie Schweiz and the City of Winterthur for their financial support and the implementation of FrontRunner @ Runway.

Last week, we had the pleasure of visiting at one of our Sustainability Safaris.

Climeworks has developed a direct air capture (DAC) technology to fight climate change. Their technology captures CO₂ directly from the air, reducing the atmospheric concentration of CO₂ by only using renewable energy, energy-from-waste, or other waste heat as energy sources. This is a key technological solution to address climate change and reduce the amount of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere.

The Sustainability Safaris provide insights into successful and sustainable startups and companies. The goal is to inspire you to develop and implement your own impactful ideas. The Sustainability Safari is part of the Impact Entrepreneurship program, which is a key component of the ZHAW Sustainable Impact Program.