Venture Leaders
Venture Leaders

The Swiss National Startup Team

Since 2006, Venturelab has been organizing the Venture Leaders roadshows with the Swiss National Startup Team. The Venture Leaders acceleration programm identifies and supports Switzerland’s most ambitious founders seeking funding and global expansion by connecting them with world-class investors and international markets through targeted business development and investor roadshows in the world’s leading startup hotspots.

A Proven Record of Global Success
The impact of Venture Leaders is reflected in the success of its alumni, who have expanded internationally, attracted major investment, and strengthened Switzerland’s position in the global startup landscape.


Proven Record of Global Success


Join the Venture Leaders

Every year, the ten most promising Swiss startups in each technology vertical are given the unique opportunity to expand their global investor and business networks. Become a Venture Leader to pitch to leading investors, gain international exposure, expert feedback, a powerful global network, and access to some of the world’s most vibrant innovation venues.

As a Venture Leader, you will:

Upcoming Raodshows

Explore the Venture Leaders Programs

Venture Leaders unites Switzerland’s top startups across industries. Each program offers a focused international journey connecting founders with investors, industry experts, and markets in key innovation hubs.

Upcoming Roadshows and Events

Stay informed about upcoming Venture Leaders activities and events.

Venture Leaders Mobile 2026 (Barcelona)

Location: Barcelona
Date: 28.02.2026

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Venture Leaders Technology 2026 (Silicon Valley)

Location: Silicon Valley
Date: 12.04.2026
Time: Daily from 08.00 - 20.00

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Venture Leaders – A Unique Experience

Discover how Venture Leaders transformed ambition into opportunity.

“Venture Leaders is a once in a lifetime experience that every Swiss entrepreneur should go through. Looking back, I can say it was just essential to build my awareness to make GetYourGuide a global business and deal with international investors.”

Johannes Reck Co-Founder & CEO, GetYourGuide

“Thanks to Venture Leaders, I had access to key information about how to speak to U.S. investors.”

Amélie Beduer CEO, Volumina Medical

“Venture Leaders has been a unique program to put my business development on the front burner. I returned with a ton of great contacts and a much clearer vision on how to run my company and understanding of the US market. A must have if your ambition is to build a winning business.”

Jan Lichtenberg Co-Founder & CEO, InSphero

Our Global Investor Network

The strength of our investor network highlights the remarkable potential of the startups selected for the Swiss National Startup Team by Venture Leaders.


Our Global Investor Network

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