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Role Model Talks - Circular Economy Special
14 Oct 2026 · 19:30 – 20:30 · Innovation Garage
About this event
Join an inspiring evening dedicated to celebrating entrepreneurial journeys in the circular economy and motivating the next wave of sustainable innovators. Attendees will hear directly from experienced founders and role models who have successfully built circularity into their business models.
What to expect
- Inspiring keynote and founder talks on circular venture building
- Firsthand insights into establishing a sustainable startup in Switzerland
- An overview of circular economy support offerings and accelerators in Basel
- A networking apéro to connect with peers and ecosystem leaders
Speakers
Agenda
1. 17:15 Doors open to the public 2. 17:30 Welcome by the Innovation Office 3. 17:35 Keynote by Mauricio Campos Suarez 4. 17:50 ResolV - Circular venture idea takes the stage 5. 18:00 Insights for founding a circular startup in Switzerland 6. 18:15 Founder Story + Q&A with Karin Lanz 7. 18:50 Wrap-Up and Spotlight on Basel: Circular Economy offerings & accelerators 8. 19:00 Apéro & Networking
Who should attend
Founders, researchers, students, and professionals interested in circular economy practices, sustainable innovation, and startup creation.
About the host
The University of Basel Innovation Office fosters entrepreneurship, innovation, and knowledge exchange across the regional ecosystem by empowering founders and bridging academia with industry.
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