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The Swiss business and networking platform

21 May 2026 | Kursaal, Bern

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In just one day meet them all

startup days (SUD) are the nationwide business and networking platform for startups, investors, enablers, SMEs and corporates in Switzerland. Every year, the Swiss startup ecosystem meets to network, exchange know-how and discuss relevant topics of the startup ecosystem. It’s a vibrant community, where you’ll meet all key players in one day.

About us

Explore the #SUD25 program

Dive into the Swiss startup insights with 40+ exciting sessions and 125+ excellent speakers.

Fajer Mushtaq

Co-Founder & CEO, Oxyle

General Sir Richard Barrons

Leader of the UK PM’s Strategic Defence Review

Levent Künzi

CEO, Properti

Arijana Walcott

General Partner, DART Ventures

Unlock the experience

Level up your network

Imagine meeting all the key players in the Swiss startup ecosystem without having to travel across Switzerland and without inefficient scheduling over months. At startup days, we’ll bring the entire ecosystem together in a single day, giving you unparalleled access to startups, investors, enablers, SMEs and corporates. Be where everyone is meeting to network and discuss business opportunities. Make the connections that matter!

Upgrade your skills

Discover new possibilities and tools with over 125 speakers in more than 40 sessions! Whether you’re a startup founder, investor, enabler or corporate, our content of diverse sessions will challenge you to think outside the box and enhance your expertise. Embrace the lessons from industry experts, from both failures and success stories and gain valuable insights that will shape your own path to success. Immerse yourself into a pool of knowledge of the entire Swiss startup ecosystem.

Find your perfect match

Unlock smart networking at startup days! Our dynamic matchmaking feature enables personal 1:1 meetings. Discover profiles of fellow attendees on our app. Chat about your motivation for an exclusive face-to-face meeting, and seamlessly book your table in advance of the event. This ensures efficient, targeted connections that foster collaborations.

Newcomers

Unlock the future of Swiss innovation with Newcomers – startups first seen at startup days. SUD pitching program is designed to discover Switzerland’s hidden startup gems. We’re calling Swiss tech startups in the pre- or seed phase to apply to pitch on our national stage. Showcase your innovation, connect with investors and gain expert insights!

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Explore podcasts and on-demand sessions in our Content Hub – your inspirational source for startup insights.

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What attendees say about #SUD

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It’s an awesome event and the foundation of the Swiss startup ecosystem. I am an ecosystem builder myself, so I obviously love it.
Adrian Locher, Founder and CEO, Merantix
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For us startup days is the most important event of the year because it’s the place where the entire ecosystem meets to network annually.
Simon Enderli, CEO, Swiss Entrepreneurs Foundation
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The startup days are the ideal place for an inspiring exchange between founders and investors. Personally, I consider startups days a highlight of the Swiss startup and innovation world.
Léa Miggiano, Co-Founder & CMO, Carvolution
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As a co-founder, it is important for me to be well versed in finance and law. Here at the startup days switzerland, I can benefit from the knowledge and experience of experts.
Jonathan Gerber, Co-Founder, Boum
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At the startup days switzerland I am able to look for investment opportunities, establish new relationships and nurture already existing relationships.
Dhanesh Kothari, Founder, pi2Life
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For me me the Startup Days Bern are a “Hub” where likeminded people can meet, exchange tips, tricks, experiences and work on more innovative and sustainable business models and industries together.
Tatiana Gordiuk, Communication Officer, Kidemis
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The platform offers insights into the Swiss startup scene, enabling networking and learning at a brilliant location.
Natalie Tschopp, Founder, At A Snap
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The startup days switzerland in Bern are a great opportunity to collaborate and connect with other companies, get to know new startups and show (startups) that we are here.
Geghetsik Gabrielyan, Head of MedTech Program & Partnerships, Sitem StartUp Club
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Due to the matchmaking platform of the startup days switzerland, we were able to match and meet up with our perfect investor.” // “Better to find one perfect match than multiple “okay” matches.
Kelvin Stott, Founder, Amporin Pharmaeuticals AG
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The startup days are a very exciting possibility for startups as well as investors to connect, expand the network and talk about current topics.
Severino Döbeli, Investment Analyst Start-up Finance, Zürcher Kantonalbank
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I’m at the startup days to learn, network and find new projects for the pipeline. My highlight was the ‘Surviving a turnaround’ session; hearing the side of other startups was exciting.
Susanne Grossmann, FINANCEcontact, SECO Start-up fund