2026 Global Innovation Summit matchmaking
The official programme of the Global Innovation Summit 2026 includes two dedicated on-site matchmaking sessions specifically targeted at project collaborations organised in cooperation with the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN) Switzerland (see funding opportunities below).
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- get to know key R&D players offering valuable services
- find new commercial and/or technological partners
- initiate cross-border contacts and co-operations
- facilitate the setup of EU project consortia
The Enterprise Europe Network helps businesses innovate and grow on an international scale. It is the world’s largest support network for small and medium-sized enterprises. The Network is co-financed by the European Commission and active in more than 60 countries worldwide. Enterprise Europe Network is offering services to establish international partnerships, advice for international growth and support for business innovation.
To take part in the GIobal Innovation Summit 2026 please register here.
How does it work?
The activity will focus on 15-minute pre-scheduled one-to-one meetings during the two matchmaking sessions at the GIobal Innovation Summit 2026. For participating in the sessions, please first register for the GIobal Innovation Summit 2026.
From 1 November 2025 onwards
Registration
Register online, click here.
>> Please check the registration guidelines here on how to create a meaningful profile.
Publication of your R&D focus & collaboration type
- Publish your organisational focus and your collaboration wishes in your profile.
Create a clear and concise business profile to raise your visibility on the matchmaking platform. Your profile should describe who you are, what you can offer to potential partners and who you want to meet.
IMPORTANT: Create AT LEAST ONE MARKETPLACE opportunity explaining the project cooperation ideas/service/expertise you are offering or looking for.
From 1 March 2026 onwards
Book your meetings
Go to the participant list to find out who you could meet at the event and who is offering interesting and promising business opportunities.
Use the filters on the right or browse through your AI Profile recommendations in the "Top Matches" section to narrow down your selection and find the most suitable collaboration partners that match your goals and interests. This allows you to maximise your chances of making valuable connections and achieving successful outcomes at the event.
- Send meeting requests to selected participants of your choice.
- Meeting requests are only considered scheduled if they have been accepted.
6 May 2026: Global Innovation Summit
11:00-13:00 & 15:00-16:00
Bilateral 1-to-1 meetings
- The schedule will show the time and table numbers of your meetings.
TIP: Download the b2match mobile app to
* get access to your meeting schedule on your mobile device
* get informed about last-minute changes (bookings, cancellations)
* manage additional meetings on-site (send/receive/confirm requests)
Funding opportunities
The GIobal Innovation Summit 2026 matchmaking sessions are for any type of cooperation.
As the GIobal Innovation Summit 2026 is being held back to back with Swiss Biotech Day, with dedicated thematic and B2B matchmaking, the GIobal Innovation Summit matchmaking sessions place special emphasis on project cooperation, in particular around the upcoming Eureka Calls.
Contact
Enterprise Europe Network represented through Innosuisse:
Raphaela Kübler: raphaela.kuebler@innosuisse.ch
Ladina Schubert: ladina.schubert@innosuisse.ch