Startup Nights 2025

6–7 Nov 2025 | Winterthur, Switzerland

Regula Bleuler

CEO Swiss Startup Association

Swiss Startup Association

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My organisation

The Swiss Startup Association (SSA) is the national umbrella organization representing startups across Switzerland. It advocates for better political and economic conditions, connects founders through a strong community, and provides valuable resources, events, and education to help startups grow and scale. With over 1,800 members, the SSA is the leading voice driving Switzerland toward becoming a true “Startup Nation.”
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About me

Regula Bleuler is the CEO of the Swiss Startup Association, the leading voice of startups in Switzerland. She drives the organization’s mission to strengthen the Swiss startup ecosystem through advocacy, community building, and strategic partnerships across business, academia, and politics. With a background in innovation, and ecosystem development, she is passionate about connecting people, fostering entrepreneurship, and shaping “Startup Nation Switzerland.”

Speaker sessions (3)

Thursday, 6 November 2025

14:00 - 14:12

Opening Ceremony with Shannon Jenkins, Alyssia Kugler, Regula Bleuler

Location:Main Stage "Unicorn" (Hall 1)Track:Keynote

Startup Nights begins with Alyssia Kugler, Regula Bleuler and Shannon Jenkins, our moderation for the first day of Startup Nights. Get ready for energy, inspiration, and the perfect start to two days of innovation and entrepreneurship.

Friday, 7 November 2025

16:45 - 17:15

The real investment case is your team | Jürg Schwarzenbach (known from Höhle der Löwen) - Deutsch

Location:Main Stage "Unicorn" (Hall 1)Track:Fireside Chat

Investor Jürg Schwarzenbach (Höhle der Löwen Schweiz, Payrexx, Carvolution) shares why the real investment case isn’t the product or market — it’s the team. Learn what makes founders truly fundable. This fireside chat will be held in German.

20:00 - 20:30

From grants to Growth capital: Advice for your fundraising journey | Christoph Falk (Innosuisse), Christian Marty (Evulpo), Andreas Schenk (Alstin Capital), Andrea Silberschmidt-Buhofer (EquityPitcher Ventures)

Location:Main Stage "Unicorn" (Hall 1)Track:Panel Discussion

Christoph Falk, Christian Marty, Andreas Schenk and Andrea Silberschmidt-Buhofer share insights on fundraising — from grants to growth capital — and how founders can build investor trust, secure funding, and scale sustainably.