26. Januar 2026
Newcomers @ Swiss Start-up Days
Swiss Start-up Days is one of the most important start-up events in Switzerland. Every year, founders, investors, corporates, and innovation enthusiasts come together to exchange ideas, build new connections, and actively shape the future of the start-up ecosystem. A special highlight of the event is Newcomers, a format specifically designed for early-stage start-ups.
Newcomers is a pitch format within Swiss Start-up Days that aims to spotlight promising start-ups and provide them with a national stage. The focus is on innovative, technology-driven business models in the pre-seed or seed phase that address a clear problem with a compelling solution. Teams present their ideas to a high-profile audience of investors, experts, and fellow founders. An experienced jury of investors and start-up leaders complements the pitches with well-founded, hands-on feedback and valuable insights to support the further development of the business models.
As a selected Newcomer at #SUD26, start-ups gain new opportunities for maximum visibility and direct access to the Swiss start-up ecosystem. Pitch and poster formats, exclusive networking sessions, and targeted one-on-one meetings create ideal conditions for building lasting relationships and valuable partnerships. The experience is rounded off with full-day event access, including guest tickets, inspiring input from over 40 sessions, and entry into the alumni community. Particularly successful start-ups can also look forward to additional highlights such as a final pitch on the main stage, a podcast feature, and exclusive VIP experiences.
Who is Newcomers for?
Swiss start-ups that meet the following criteria:
- Promising tech start-up: Your start-up shows clear scaling potential in the tech sector.
- Stage: Your start-up is in the pre-seed or seed phase and has been recently founded or is about to be founded.
- Track record: Your start-up has either a pre-MVP or an MVP that demonstrates a clear problem–solution fit.
- Swiss location: Your start-up is based in Switzerland or intends to be founded in Switzerland.
- Full commitment: The founders are fully dedicated to and passionate about their start-up.
Date: May 21, 2026
Location: Kursaal Bern, Switzerland
Application Deadline: March 16, 2026
Promo Code:
A limited promo code for start-up days Bern is available upon request at smart-up@hslu.ch.
Newcomers is the ideal platform for founders at the beginning of their journey who want to increase visibility, receive valuable feedback, and build strong connections. Anyone looking for a stage for their idea and ready to take the next step will find a unique opportunity here.
KMU Future Talks
In three 45-minute online sessions, Dr. Dominik Isler, Co-CEO of start-up days, together with selected experts, discusses how Swiss companies can best benefit from collaborating with start-ups. The focus lies on cooperation between industry and start-ups, competitiveness in the global market, and the practical use of digitalisation, AI, and new technologies. The talks provide valuable insights into the perspectives of potential customers and partners and are an ideal complement to Newcomers @ Swiss Start-up Days.
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