What types of camps do you offer?

• Market Validation Camp
  The Market Validation Camp helps start-ups validate their business ideas in new international markets by providing targeted support for testing product or service viability, assessing customer needs, and refining their value proposition based on real-world feedback. Optimize your product-market fit and lay the groundwork for successful international expansion.
• Market Entry Camp
  Designed to accelerate the international scaling of start-ups, the Market Entry Camp offers comprehensive guidance on establishing a presence in a new market. Participants receive tactical support on regulatory frameworks, legal requirements, market entry strategies, and key local business practices. With access to a broad network of relevant stake- holders, start-ups are equipped to build a strong market presence and navigate the complexities of scaling their business abroad.

How much does the camp cost? 

Participation is free and startups will receive a small travel stipend.

Who can apply?

• Swiss startups that are enrolled in the Innosuisse Coaching Program (initial, core, or scale-up coaching)
• Swiss startups that have been awarded the Innosuisse Certificate within the past three years

Startups that do not fulfill either of these criteria must first apply to Innosuisse’s Coaching.

How do you apply to the camp?

Eligible startups (enrolled in the Innosuisse Coaching Program) can apply during the open application period for each Startup Camp. To find out when applications are open for each Startup Camp, visit our event and program overview page and select the Startup Camp you are interested in.

Where does the camp take place?

Startup camps offered by Swissnex in San Francisco take place in San Francisco, unless otherwise noted. Other Swissnex locations also offer Startup Camps and you can find an overview on the global Swissnex website.