6-7 Nov 2025, Eulachhallen Winterthur
The biggest startup event in Switzerland
Join 8'500 changemakers shaping the future of entrepreneurship. Get inspired, network and dare to innovate.
Discover what's in it for you at Startup Nights 2025
For Founders
Showcase your startup, pitch, and connect with investors & peers.
For Startup Enthusiasts
Discover bold ideas, meet founders, and experience the startup vibe.
For Investors
Spot high-potential startups and connect with the next big thing.
For Partners
Position your brand at the heart of Swiss innovation and meet changemakers.
For Volunteers
Be part of the team, grow your network, and shape the startup event of the year.
For Event Helpers
Help out during the event days, support on-site operations, and get a behind-the-scenes look.
WHO WINS A FREE BOOTH?
Your Vote Decides!
The first bold startups have secured their spots for this year’s Startup Nights – now it’s your turn to decide!
They are competing for a free booth at Startup Nights 2025, and your vote will help them get there.
See who’s in the race and choose your favorites. Every vote counts!
Voting is open until 17 August, 5pm.
Program
What to expect
At Startup Nights 2025, bold ideas take center stage.Â
Under this year’s motto Dare to innovate, we bring the startup ecosystem together for two days of inspiration, action, and connection. From groundbreaking keynotes to hands-on workshops, this is where innovation meets real-world impact.
- Discover powerful insights in inspiring keynotes and panels
- Watch startups pitch their ideas and compete on stage
- Join workshops to learn, grow and innovate together
- Explore booths and connect with founders, investors & corporates
Meet our inspiring Speakers
Discover the thought leaders, innovators, and industry pioneers who will take the stage at Startup Nights.

Catarina Dahlin
Co-Founder & CEO of Dagsmejan
Catarina Dahlin
Catarina Dahlin turned a simple question—can sleepwear improve your sleep?—into a global brand. Today, she leads one of Europe’s most innovative direct-to-consumer startups.

Jeremias Meier
CEO of Paymira & Co-Founder Bexio
Jeremias Meier
I’ am a Swiss serial founder (bexio, Paymira, session, …) and in love with startups, technology, growth and good people.

Petter Made
Partner EWOR & Co-Founder SumUp
Petter Made
Petter Made is an entrepreneur and angel investor. He co-founded SumUp which is a €8B fintech empowering 4M+ SMBs in 36 countries with POS solutions and payments acceptance. He is today a full time Partner at EWOR, the accelerator built by founders for founders, giving the brightest minds an unfair advantage in building companies that matter on a global scale.

Roger Dudler
Founder and CEO at Frontify
Roger Dudler
Founded in 2013, Frontify is now 300+ people strong and supports 10,000+ clients – including global brands like Uber and Microsoft.
Join our mission
Want to be part of something big?
Join the crew behind Startup Nights and help create an unforgettable experience at Startup Nights 2025!Â
Volunteer
Be part of our core team all year round and help shape Startup Nights from the inside out.Â
Event Helper
Support us during the event days and help bring Startup Nights to life on-site with your hands-on energy.Â
our AMAZING PARTNERS
A big thank you
Startup Nights wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our partners.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on visionary, innovative partners who believe in the power of startups, entrepreneurship, and community.
We’re proud to collaborate with some of the boldest and most forward-thinking companies out there.







our AMAZING PARTNERS
A big thank you
Startup Nights wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our partners.
As a non-profit organization, we rely on visionary, innovative partners who believe in the power of startups, entrepreneurship, and community.
We’re proud to collaborate with some of the boldest and most forward-thinking companies out there.