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
15.09.2026 6:00pm – 8:30pm Welcome Evening
VIP Investor & Partner Dinner (Invitation Only)
- An exclusive dinner for General Partners, Limited Partners, selected investors, and strategic partners to connect in a private setting ahead of the Swiss Growth Stage Summit. Hosted by the Canton de Vaud, FIT, and Innovaud.
16.09.2026 9:00am – 11:00am Pre-Main-Event Breakfast
(Separate registration will be required at a later stage)
- Start the day by visiting one of Switzerland’s most promising scale-ups and its founders. Hosted by the Canton de Vaud, FIT, and Innovaud.
16.09.2026 11:30am – 5:00pm Main Event & Swiss Scale-Up Pitches
The main event brings together leading international investors, family offices, founders, and ecosystem leaders to explore Switzerland’s most promising growth-stage investment opportunities.
Highlights include:
- Welcome remarks from the organizing partners
- Presentation of the Swiss Scale-up Report by Swisscom Ventures and Deeptech Nation Switzerland
- Keynotes from leading entrepreneurs and investors, including Sami Arpa (CEO of Largo), Dominique Mégret (CEO of Ecorobotix), Frederic Wohlwend (Managing Partner at Forestay VC), Andy Yen (CEO of Proton), and other distinguished speakers
- Panel discussions featuring international venture capital investors
- Curated pitches from selected Swiss scale-ups
16.09.2026 7:00pm – 10:00pm Networking Apéro
(Separate registration will be required at a later stage)
- Join us for an exclusive networking apéro. Hosted by the Canton de Vaud, FIT, and Innovaud, this unique evening offers an opportunity to continue discussions and build meaningful connections with fellow investors, founders, and ecosystem leaders in an exceptional setting.
17.09.2026 10:00am – 4:00pm Optional Site Visits & 1:1 Meetings
- Explore selected innovation hubs, leading companies, and scale-ups from the Canton de Vaud ecosystem, or take part in tailored one-to-one meetings. Organized by 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.
