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Immersion into Autonomous Technologies

Join us for an intimate conversation and networking event connecting HEIG-VD students with Silicon Valley innovators in autonomous technologies.

Join Us

Don’t miss the chance to connect with students from the Swiss University HEIG-VD on the evening of February 12, 2026 at Pier 17.

This event offers a unique opportunity to engage with experts and new talents alike, explore emerging technologies, and gain insights into experimentation, autonomous mobility, and industry transformation. Designed to challenge conventional thinking and inspire new perspectives, the event fosters meaningful discussions and connections at the intersection of technology, personal experiences and global exchange.

Swissnex and HEIG-VD’s International Innovation Management Program are collaborating to give students the opportunity to immerse themselves in Silicon Valley’s dynamic innovation ecosystem. Through a series of online and on-site events, this initiative explores how technology is driving mobility and shaping the future of the industry.

* This event is invite-only. If you are interested in joining, please reach out to Sarah Burckhardt, Academic Engagement Program Manager.

Partners

Speakers

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    Speaker

    Nikoleta Guetcheva

    Director, Product Marketing at Skydio

    A product marketing leader with over a decade of experience across geospatial technology, SaaS, drones, and logistics. Nikoleta has led go-to-market strategies for Swiss and American startups and scale-ups, launching B2B products, building teams, and rebuilding brands.

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    Speaker

    Susan Cholette

    Professor, Decision Sciences and YF Chang Endowed Professor in International Business at San Francisco State University

    Susan Cholette is a Professor of Decision Sciences and the YF Chang Endowed Professor in International Business at the Lam Family College of Business at San Francisco State University. She earned her Ph.D. in Operations Research at Stanford University and her B.S.E. in Electrical Engineering at Princeton University. Her research focuses on supply chain efficiency and sustainability, especially for the food and beverage sectors.