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Business Concept Lausanne
25 Sept 2026 · 17:00 · EPFL Innovation Park, Lausanne
About this event
The "Business Concept Lausanne" program offers an intensive one-semester journey designed to transform a startup idea into a validated concept. Participants will form teams, develop their ideas, and gain practical experience in building and testing solutions, culminating in a pitch to investors. This program is structured to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the critical early stages of venture creation.
What to expect
- Form a team and develop a startup idea
- Validate concepts through real user feedback
- Build and test prototypes or solutions
- Receive expert coaching and personalized feedback
- Gain experience pitching to investors
Agenda
1. Bootcamp Meet participants and form your team 2. Validate your idea Engage in weekly sessions to test and refine your concept 3. Build & test Develop and iterate on your solution 4. Pivot if needed Adapt your strategy based on feedback and market insights 5. Pitch Experience your first pitch to an audience 6. Demo Day Present your validated concept to investors
Who should attend
This program is ideal for students, PhDs, postdocs, academic staff, and alumni who are interested in entrepreneurship. It welcomes curious builders and future founders, even those without a pre-existing idea, as opportunities to join a team are available.
About the host
Venturelab is a leading platform supporting Swiss startups and entrepreneurs. They provide programs and resources to help innovators develop their business concepts, connect with mentors, and attract investment, fostering a vibrant startup ecosystem.
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