Startup growth doesnât happen in isolation. Through accelerator programs, international business trips, and curated networking opportunities, we help founders explore new markets, connect with the right people, and refine their business strategy.
Many of these initiatives are run in collaboration with key partners such as EPFL Innovation Park and other regional or national players in the innovation ecosystem.
Each program is designed to support your development – whether you’re preparing for your next growth phase or seeking visibility on the national or international stage.
Business trips
European Venture Program
An intensive 12-day journey across multiple EuroTech campuses designed to help early-stage entrepreneurs expand their business internationally. Participants gain exposure to diverse innovation ecosystems, build cross-border connections, and refine their strategy through workshops and peer exchange.
Venture Leaders â Swiss National Startup Team
A flagship program by Venturelab that selects Switzerlandâs most promising startups to join the Swiss National Startup Teams. Participants travel to global tech hubs like Silicon Valley, New York, or China to pitch to investors, meet industry leaders, and explore new markets â with dedicated tracks in tech, medtech, fintech, and more.
Acceleration Programs
Tech4Eva acceleration program
A 9-month, equity-free acceleration program for Femtech startups developing innovative solutions to advance womenâs health. Participants benefit from expert mentoring, visibility, and access to a global network of partners and investors.
Tech4Trust
An acceleration program supporting startups in cybersecurity and digital trust. Over several months, selected companies receive tailored mentoring, strategic exposure, and access to a network of industry experts and potential clients.
Tech4Regen
An EPFL Innovation Park accelerator for startups focused on regeneration and restoration of natural systems. The program promotes collaborative innovation and helps scale technologies that go beyond sustainability â starting from Western Switzerlandâs vibrant ecosystem.
Corporate Accelerator
Nestlé R+D Accelerator, Lausanne
A 6-month program for students, recent graduates, and food & nutrition startups aiming to bring innovative ideas to market. Participants benefit from NestlĂ©âs infrastructure, coaching, and rapid prototyping to turn concepts into consumer-ready products.
Trainings
Non academic programs
The Business Concept course is a hands-on, 10x4h semester program designed to help students, PhDs, postdocs, and faculty members turn ideas into startups. Through evening sessions and coaching from experienced entrepreneurs, youâll learn essential skills to build a business and pitch to a professional jury.
Extraordinary academic courses at EPFL
The Mintt program provides EPFL PhD students with an accelerated training in invention management, assessment of the potential, intellectual property rights elaboration, license negotiation, start-up option evaluation and experience sharing in the fields of academic results industrialization and sales. It is organised by the EPFL Tech Transfer Office.