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Pivoting the Idea: Assess, Adapt, Accelerate
27 Oct – 3 Nov 2026 · 18:00 – 21:00 · EPFL Innovation Park
About this event
This intensive two-session training course offers founders and researchers actionable tools to adapt their business strategies to changing market demands. Participants will examine real startup scenarios to uncover new growth channels, refine their value proposition, and position themselves effectively for customer acquisition and investor discussions.
What to expect
- Identify core bottlenecks and reposition your business model for maximum impact
- Discover fresh revenue opportunities and test new customer segments
- Gain direct expert and peer feedback to fine-tune pitching and funding strategies
- Build financial resilience and long-term market sustainability
Who should attend
Early-stage and growth-stage founders, entrepreneurs, and researchers looking to validate their business model, overcome strategic hurdles, and accelerate startup growth.
About the host
Innosuisse is the Swiss Innovation Agency supporting science-based innovation and startup development across Switzerland through specialized coaching and training programs.
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