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Business Concept Lausanne (Life Sciences)
25 Sept 2026 · 17:00 · Campus Biopôle Lausanne
About this event
The Business Concept Lausanne program is a comprehensive 10-week initiative designed to guide aspiring entrepreneurs through the process of developing a startup from an initial idea to a validated concept and investor pitch. Participants will form teams, engage in weekly sessions, and receive expert guidance to build and test their solutions. This hands-on program culminates in a Demo Day where teams present their ventures to investors.
What to expect
- Join or pitch an idea and form a dedicated team
- Engage with real users to validate and refine your startup concept
- Develop and test your solution through weekly practical exercises
- Receive valuable feedback from experienced founders and industry experts
- Prepare and deliver a compelling pitch to potential investors
- Gain a validated startup idea and practical team-building experience
- Build a strong network within the Swiss startup ecosystem
Agenda
1. Bootcamp Meet participants and form your team 2. Team up Focus on team formation and initial collaboration 3. Market Understand market dynamics and identify target audiences 4. Business Model Develop a sustainable business model for your venture 5. Finance Learn about startup financing and financial planning 6. Messaging Craft effective communication strategies for your startup 7. Sales Develop sales strategies and acquire early customers 8. IP Understand intellectual property rights and protection 9. Pivot Learn when and how to adapt your strategy 10. Resilience Build resilience for the entrepreneurial journey 11. Fundraising Prepare for and execute fundraising efforts 12. 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, even those without a pre-existing idea, providing an opportunity to join a team and contribute to a new venture.
About the host
Venturelab is a leading organization in Switzerland dedicated to supporting high-tech startups. They provide various programs, coaching, and networking opportunities to help entrepreneurs develop their ideas, secure funding, and scale their businesses, fostering innovation within the Swiss ecosystem.
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