Swiss Growth Stage Summit 2026
Join the Swiss Growth Stage Event 2026 for this first-of-its-kind summit that brings global investors directly to the source through curated access to top scale-ups.
Event Overview
Switzerland produces world-class innovation and a strong pipeline of scale-ups ready for global growth. The Swiss Growth Stage Summit 2026 offers curated access to these opportunities, connecting leading investors directly with companies at the scaling stage.
Organized by SICTIC in collaboration with UBS, Canton de Vaud, Deeptech Nation Switzerland, FIT, and Innovaud, the summit offers a unique platform for high-quality deal flow, impactful connections, and long-term collaboration.
Optional side events include individually curated tours and pre-organized one-to-one meetings (due diligence sessions), as well as an invite-only networking dinner and wine tasting in the Lavaux vineyards, creating additional opportunities for deeper engagement in an informal setting.
Event Schedule
Pre-Event Startup Tour
Individually curated tours and pre-organized one-to-one meetings (due diligence sessions)
arranged in advance and taking place before and after the event, based on investors’
preferences. Led by Innovaud.
Swiss Growth Stage Summit 2026: Scaling Swiss Innovation Globally
(Hybrid event | Limited to 60 on-site guests)
- 11:45 – 12:30 – Doors open; check-in at Unlimitrust Campus, Rte des Flumeaux 42, 1008 Prilly; brown bag lunch
- 12:30 – 13:15 – Welcome by Canton de Vaud, SICTIC, UBS, and DTN
- 13:15 – 13:45 – Keynotes: Swiss Venture Capital Market Insights
- 13:45 – 14:20 – High-level debate / panel
- 14:20 – 14:40 – Break
- 14:40 – 15:55 – Pitches of Swiss scale-ups (up to 5) with Q&A
- 15:55 – 16:00 – Wrap-up and next steps
Post-Event: Networking & Wine Tasting Dinner (invite-only)
(Limited to 24 participants)
- From 16:00 – Networking and winery tour with dinner (invite-only), organized by the Canton de Vaud / Innovaud
What to Expect
- Curated pitches from Switzerland’s top scale-ups (Series A/B)
- High-level panels and discussions with global investors and ecosystem leaders
- Pre-arranged 1:1 meetings and targeted matchmaking sessions
- Exclusive networking with VCs, family offices, and institutional investors
Who should attend
- Primary targets include international VC funds, Corporate Venture Capital units, growth-oriented family offices, banks, and pension funds, with selective participation from angel syndicates and public co-investment vehicles to enhance deal flow.
- Startup maturity and funding needs are matched with appropriate investor profiles, ensuring alignment between ARR levels, growth stage, and typical ticket sizes.
Why Attend?
- Investors: Discover high-potential Swiss startups and meet founders directly.
- Startups: Pitch your scale-up story to a global audience and connect with leading investors.
