Filter the Ecosystem Actors here according to their Technologies and Methods (multiple selection possible).
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Transforming food systems with specialty crops.
We support practice-oriented research and development projects mainly in Switzerland, but also in emerging and developing countries.
Our activity is non-profit and does not pursue any profit-making purposes.
So that everyone does well – research for food, landscape, environment!
c/o BDW, Meierhofstrasse 1, 8820 Wädenswil
8820 Wädenswil
Funding impact-oriented R&D projects for practical innovations to transform food systems.
Strengthening the food system network
Promoting synergies through cooperation between players in the value chain
Financial Support
Lendity is an award-winning Swiss company specializing in tech-enabled Private Debt. Our business focus is providing innovative capital solutions to the Swiss market, leveraging the latest technologies. We are active in several verticals under our belief of using the right capital, for the right use, at the right time.
Lendity was born out of Tenity, a global innovation ecosystem and early-stage investor powering the future of finance backed by industry leaders such as SIX, PwC and Julius Baer.
Dufourstrasse 43
8008 Zurich
Financial Support
WCG:ROB actively manages risk
How WCG:ROB works and what it promises
Simple. Rule-based. Risk-focused.
Turnerstrasse 1
8400 Winterthur
Financial Support
Marc Lussy connects the dots in-between banking business and IT, in-between banks and startups and in-between business cultures across the globe.
Marc has been working in the Financial industry for more than 30 years. He has been active in the Swiss Fintech sector since day one and for the past 7 years has been coaching and mentoring 150+ startups (10+ startups one to one coaching/mentoring)
He has a strong connection with Brazil and China and a deep understanding of the BR and CN business culture as well as of the financial sector (banking & fintech) in these two countries
Tränkebachstrasse, 30
8712 Stäfa
Wealth Management, Investment Banking, Leadership/Project Management/Strategy, Innovation, Core Banking Solutions, Fintech, Regtech, Insurtech, Fintech Brazil, Fintech China, Banking Brazil, Banking China
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MEDKAP is a Swiss non-profit investor club with the aim of financing healthtech innovation. The focus is on medical technology, diagnostics and digital health. Business angels can already invest with small amounts, which are bundled. What is also special is the possibility of operational support from KAPSLY Ventures to bring the startups to market faster and minimize operational risk.
Goethestrasse 12
8001 Zurich
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New Harbor Venture Partners is a trans-Atlantic placement agent / fundraiser specializing in fundraising for startups, growth and PE companies in the healthcare sector.
In return for a retainer and success fee, we assist in the placement of financing of CHF 10-40 million/USD in the USA, Europe, Israel and parts of Asia. Our main focus is on medical technology and digital health, but we also support pharma/biotech startups in approaching institutional healthcare-focused investors.
Waltikon 15
8126 Zumikon
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Spicehaus Partners is an independent Swiss venture capital investor focusing on B2B software companies in Switzerland with international growth potential.
Feldpark 9
6300 Zug
Our team is deeply embedded in the national startup ecosystem and has a unique combination of institutional and entrepreneurial experience. We actively support our investments - building a company is a marathon, not a sprint.
Financial Support
Corporate venturing by Helsana, investments in startups and funds
Zürichstrasse 130
8600 Dübendorf
Swiss healthcare system and market; business development; ecosystems, partnerships, and networking
Financial Support
We are based in Zurich, investing in founders with momentous innovation creating a virtuous cycle for the planet and human well being.
Othmarstrasse 8
8008 Zurich
Venture Capital Fund investing into early stage startups in Europe.
Financial Support
Axelra accelerates Tech Ventures with Strategic Investments and Hands-On Expertise, built on a Track Record of Venture Building.
Our Mission
At Axelra, we believe in the power of execution and rapid innovation (less blah blah – more balla balla). Our mission is to empower entrepreneurs who are ready to explore and adapt rather than overthink. By combining strategic investments with deep hands-on expertise, we strive to create a thriving ecosystem where innovative ideas flourish and drive sustainable growth. We are committed to creating and connecting the Swiss tech ecosystem with international markets, fostering collaboration and knowledge-sharing to enhance innovation and growth across borders.
Axelra
Founded in 2019 and headquartered in Zurich, Axelra started as a Tech Venture Builder and has evolved in 2024, shifting the focus to its strategic investments. With a proven track record of accelerating over 45 tech ventures, co-creating 20 successful startups and developing 8 portfolio companies, we are dedicated to unlocking the potential of innovative ideas and transforming them into successful businesses. Leveraging our extensive experience and proven investment model, we strategically invest in and guide promising startups. Our distinctive strategy combines:
Strategic Investments: We focus on the strategic development of our co-created portfolio ventures.
Hands-on Expertise: Our seasoned venture builders provide in-depth expertise in management, growth, and product, ensuring startups achieve accelerated success.
Hagenholzstrasse 83
8050 Zürich
Financial Support
The StartAngels Network (SAN) is a non-profit organisation that facilitates contact between Swiss startups and experienced investors. SAN identifies, mentors and supports startups in need of funding. SAN investors work with selected startups with outstanding business ideas and above-average market potential.
With its diversified and broad experience, SAN provides capital, expertise, board members and helpful contacts. Interested members are trained to become lead investors.
Zürichbergstrasse 150
8044 Zürich
Experienced investors in various industries.
Financial Support
Verve Ventures is one of Europe’s most active venture capital firms, based in Zurich, with around 150 portfolio companies in the software, hardware and healthcare sectors. We invest in technology-based startups from the seed stage with tickets ranging from half a million to several million. What sets us apart from other VC firms is our digital platform, through which high net worth individuals and institutional investors invest with us. We help our portfolio companies with recruiting and with intros to potential clients.
Uetlibergstrasse 132
8045 Zürich
Financing of high tech startups from Seed stage onward
Business Innovation, Networking, Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, 3D printing, Advanced Materials, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Augmented Reality, Automation, Autonomous Systems, Circle economy, Cloud Computing, CO2 capturing, Contact sensors, Contactless sensors, Control Engineering, Data Science, Diagnostics, Industry 4.0, Lidar, Machine Learning, Machine Technology, Mechanical Engineering, Nano Technology, Neural Networks, Optical sensors, Personalised medicine, Photonics, Precision manufacturing / micro-mechanics, Quantum technology, Radar, Robotics, Smart Materials, Surface and Interface Technology, Sustainable Energy Sources, Telemedicine, Ultrasound, Virtual RealityFinancial Support
Venture Kick is a philanthropic three stage funding model initiated to support Swiss startups with enough funding to kick-start their entrepreneurial success. Startups can qualify to receive up to CHF 150,000 in start capital, and an opportunity for an additional CH 850,000 in equity funding from the Kick Fund. After each stage, promising entrepreneurs are also offered professional guidance in developing their business through the 2-day kickers camps and connection to an incredible network.
For a business idea with high potential and an entrepreneurial and driven team, get your lauching kick up to CHF 1,000,000+ through Venture Kick, Innobooster and the Kick Fund.
Learn from proven entrepreneurs how to structure your pitch and to develop your business. You will be guided to successfully approach customers and to close deals with investors.
Get exposed to the greatest network of investors and industry innovation experts in Switzerland. You’ll get substantial media coverage on top to attract even more investors.
Wiesenstrasse 10a
8952 Schlieren
university spin-offs, financing, grants, venture capital
Financial Support
Privilège Ventures SA is a Swiss based venture capital firm duly authorized by FINMA. The company was founded by Jacqueline Ruedin Rüsch and Lucian Wagner who are acting as the general partner of the firm. Since mid-2016 and over three funds we have invested in 40 companies and have successfully exited 4 of them. We pride ourselves to be always at the side of our founders to support them when most needed.
Our team is deeply rooted in the Swiss ecosystem since 2005 and we have created strong relationships with universities, research centers, accelerators, incubators, founders and other investors. While generalist we don’t invest in biotech and we do have a strong expertise in DeepTech and MedTech. We target to invest as early as pre-seed up to Series A.
Via Carlo Maderno 6
6901 Lugano
Financial Support
SICTIC connects Swiss technology startups with smart money investors.
Stockerstrasse 44
8002 Zürich
Angel Investing, Venture Capital, Startups, Technology, Innovation
Financial Support
OOMNIUM is a platform that makes financing rounds faster and investments easier.
Whether you are a start-up or an established SME, OOMNIUM supports you in financing the growth of your company through the people who know it best and are closest to you: Employees, customers, the community and anyone who wants to be part of it.
Gessnerallee 46
8001 Zurich
Financial Support
Zürcher Kantonalbank is successfully positioning itself as a universal bank with regional roots and national and international networks. We are the most important cantonal bank in Switzerland and one of the largest Swiss banks. With a market penetration of around 50 percent, we hold the leading position in the canton of Zurich in both private and corporate customer business. We are also the third largest fund provider in the country. Zürcher Kantonalbank is an independent institution under public law of the Canton of Zurich and has a state guarantee. Our performance mandate is to provide the population and businesses with financial services, to contribute to the solution of economic and social tasks, and to deal responsibly with the environment and society. We live our values responsibly, impulsively, passionately. We are the nearby bank and are part of life in the canton of Zurich.
Start-up financing
Zürcher Kantonalbank finances innovative start-ups with venture capital. As one of the largest and most active investors in Switzerland, we have already supported over 280 start-ups with more than CHF 230 million in venture capital.
#Talents
The heart of our IT beats in the middle of Zurich’s lively Kreis 5 district. Here, more than 1,000 colleagues work on new solutions using agile methods, thus ensuring the bank’s success consistently according to DevOps and Scrum principles. Cloud, cyber security and data-based business models are just some of the topics that excite us. We manage, maintain and operate over 650 applications, including eBanking, Mobile Banking, ZKB Twint and frankly. That’s why we are so proud of our #ITmadeinChreis5.
Bahnhofstrasse 9
8001 Zurich
Neue Hard 9
8005 Zurich
Industry-agnostic early-stage and scale-up investor with ticket sizes between CHF 200,000 to CHF 1,500,000.
Business Innovation, Cloud Computing, Analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, Digital processes and transformation, Entrepreneurship, Safety and Security