OUR SELECTION PROCESS – WHERE WE’RE AT
1. APPLICATIONS
JURY PICKS TOP 50The application window closed on January 6. We are now reviewing submissions and will announce the Top 50 soon.
2. SELECTION DAY TOP 50
JURY PICKS TOP 15The Selection Day takes in February, 2025 at Kulturfabrik Kofmehl in Solothurn and is livestreamed.
3. PRESENTATION DAYS
JURY PICKS TOP 10During Presentation Days in April, 2025, the Top 15 startups have more in-depth talks with our jury at the de Vigier Sommerhaus in Solothurn.
4. AWARD CEREMONY
JURY PICKS UP TO 5 WINNERSIn June, 2025, the Top 10 pitch in front of a live audience at the de Vigier Sommerhaus and viewers online. Up to 5 winners receive a coveted award.
Switzerland needs young entrepreneurs. Therein lies the future.
Switzerland needs young entrepreneurs. Therein lies the future.
Bill de Vigier, Founding Father
Switzerland needs young entrepreneurs. Therein lies the future.
Bill de Vigier, Founding Father
14.9 M
CHF awarded since 1989
151
startups received support
≈ 82%
are still operating in the market
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR SELECTION DAY ON FEBRUARY 25, 2025 !
Join us for the livestream as the Top 50 startups pitch their ideas. Save the date and watch it all unfold live right here on our website