Venture Leaders Medtech 2026 (Boston)

Are you building one of Switzerland’s top medtech startups? Then join Venture Leaders Medtech 2026 and spend a week in Boston, the world’s epicenter of innovation and investment in life sciences. 

For one intensive week, the ten selected Venture Leaders Medtech 2026 will meet top venture capitalists, corporate partners, and international entrepreneurs. You will gain first-hand insights into the U.S. market, connect with leading investors, and experience one of the most dynamic startup ecosystems in the world.

Don’t miss the opportunity to accelerate your growth, expand your network, and represent Switzerland’s next generation of medtech leaders.

The roadshow takes place in Boston in the week leading up to the MedTech Conference (October 18-21), one of the most important gatherings in the medtech industry, giving you the chance to continue networking and deepen connections immediately after the program.  

Why You Should Apply

• Investor Access: Pitch your startup to leading venture capital firms and influential life sciences investors in Boston.
• Market Insights: Learn directly from global experts and experienced entrepreneurs about scaling in the U.S. market.
• Refine Your U.S. Strategy: Understand the key differences, including regulatory, FDA, and commercial nuances.
• Strategic Connections: Engange with hospitals, clinicians, and research institutions
• Global Network: Build lasting connections with industry leaders, mentors, and fellow founders.
• Visibility: Gain national and international recognition as part of the Swiss National Startup Team.
• Exclusive Experience: Join a unique, once-in-a-lifetime program designed to fast-track your international growth.

Admission Process

Application Deadline: May 24, 2026
Register your project and apply for one of the 10 seats in the week-long intensive program in Boston.

Jury presentation: June 16, 2026
Personal presentation by the best 20 applicants in front of the jury, virtual.

Kick-off meeting: August 19, 2026
Kick-off event presenting the Venture Leaders and introducing the roadshow in Baden. 

Trip to Boston (U.S.): October 11 - October 16, 2026
Dive into Boston's entrepreneurial scene and personal development.

Graduation Ceremony: January 20, 2027
Celebration bringing together the different Swiss National Startup Teams, as part of the Venture Leaders program, organised in Switzerland.

Eligibility
Those eligible to participate are:

• Founding and managing members of medtech-based Swiss startups.
• Entrepreneurs ready to grow their business in the U.S. and attract international investors.
• Founders building globally scalable medtech startups.

Venture Leaders Review

Insights and highlights from recent Venture Leaders Medtech roadshows in Boston.

Discover how Swiss entrepreneurs thrived in Boston and explored new opportunities and investment:
Find out more about Venture Leaders 2025 in Boston


Read the key takeaways from team captain Stefan Tuchschmid on the last Venture Leaders Medtech roadshow:
Insights from the Venture Leaders Team Captain


 

Our Partners

The Venture Leaders Medtech is organized by Venturelab and supported by EPF Lausanne, ETH Zurich, Hansjörg Wyss, Health Innovation Hub Aargau, Kellerhals Carrard, Canton de Vaud, and VISCHER.


 

"The Venture Leaders gave us the unique opportunity to dive into the ecosystem of US startups and VCs. This is very helpful to understand the US market and funding opportunities better."

Jannis Fischer, CEO & Co-Founder of Positrigo

 

"Yes, you’ll get tons of input on medtech, meet investors, bring your pitch to the next level, and learn to network like a pro. But the single biggest value? After this week, you’ll befriend 10 of the most talented and extraordinary Swiss medtech startup entrepreneurs!"

Stefan Tuchschmid, CEO & Founder of Scanvio Medical