Startfeld

The Switzerland Innovation Park Ost specializes in fostering startups and innovation, playing a crucial role in the region's economic ecosystem. Recognized as one of “Europe’s Leading Start-Up Hubs 2024,” the park ranks third nationwide in Switzerland. It supports ambitious founders through various stages of innovation by providing essential resources, including strategic guidance, financing options, and access to co-working spaces tailored to individual needs. The support offered encompasses financial aid such as non-dilutive funding packages up to CHF 18,000 and seed financing reaching CHF 500,000 via convertible loans or equity. Startups in the Innovation park benefit from a vibrant environment enriched by collaboration with established institutions and a diverse network of experts from various fields, including business and academia. The Innovation Park emphasizes collaboration across three thematic areas: Health, Sensor Technology, and Business Innovation. Addressing critical societal challenges, the Health sector focuses on sustainable solutions to support an aging population amidst a shortage of healthcare professionals. The Sensor Technology domain harnesses real-time data for optimizing processes and enhancing overall efficiency across multiple applications, including environmental monitoring and smart city initiatives. The Business Innovation segment integrates technological advancements to create more effective business solutions. Events such as the "Bier um 4" serve to connect innovators and provide them with opportunities for networking and collaboration while enhancing the visibility of sponsors in a community dedicated to innovation. This dynamic ecosystem aims to propel startups forward, benefiting from the collective expertise and resources available in this collaborative environment.