ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
The 5th Edition of the Swiss-Israel Lean Launchpad programme for mental health, a collaboration of Innosuisse, and Swissnex offers startups a close-up of the inner workings of the Israeli startup nation. This 5-week hybrid startup exchange programme provides access to the vibrant startup culture in Israel. The programme is tailor-made to the needs of each participating startup.
The seminars offered in this programme provide firsthand insights into the toolbox of Israeli entrepreneurs, covering topics such as mastering your storytelling, pitching and more. Furthermore, the personal mentoring sessions allow startups to connect with Israeli partners.
The hybrid programme includes meetings with Israeli industry leaders. You will learn from Israeli entrepreneurs, about Israeli culture, the Israeli venture capital landscape, and the Israeli way of presenting your business and pitching. Group sessions cover subjects like marketing, storytelling, business model design, and pivoting, among others. The programme also includes personal mentoring sessions for your startup.
We care about our participants and want them to take away the most that they can. That’s why our programme is tailor-made for the startups, that partake. Hence, the subjects of the group-sessions vary, depending on the needs and requests of the participating startups. Overall, we ask for an average time investment of two hours per week. Further details about the programme schedule will be shared during the interview following your application.
If you are unsure whether your startup is a good fit for the programme, don’t hesitate to reach out to our team at the Swiss Embassy in Israel. Schedule a zoom call and let’s get to know each other. The team will adapt the programme to create the best possible fit for all participating startups.
Who can apply?
The programme is designed for founders/co-founders actively seeking a product-market fit in the specified vertical, demonstrating a willingness to learn, and possessing commitment and passion for their ventures. Start-ups must be enrolled or eligible for enrollment in a Swiss coaching programme, and choose Israel for their exposure camp.
Where?
A 5-week hybrid startup exchange programme tailored to the needs of each participating startup, including a two days seminars in Zurich.
When?
The programme starts on November 4th and includes a 2-day workshop in Zurich, Switzerland during the second week. The rest of the programme will be online.
Startups will invest an average of two hours per week for online meetings during the online programme (this includes group sessions with Israeli entrepreneurs, investors and domain experts as well as 1-on-1 mentoring sessions). Furthermore, to fully leverage the programme’s potential and networking in Israel, some additional work might be required.
How to apply?
Apply through the Google Forms and complete the official Innosuisse form, which will be sent to you after signing up. The application period ends on 12. August 2024
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MEET THE TEAM
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David Biegeleisen
Head of the Science and Innovation Office at the Embassy of Switzerland in Israel
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Noga Ehrlich
Startup Programs Manager at Embassy of Switzerland in Israel
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Fabienne Bilfeld
Attaché at the Embassy of Switzerland in Israel
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Alina Shkolnikov
Impact Innovation consultant, Founder of TAI Consulting and CPO at PollyLabs
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Lior Shoham
CEO and Founder, Lior Shoham LTD
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Ofir Gal-On
Senior consultant, Lior Shoham LTD
APPLICATION
Application timeline: Applications* are open from July 9 to August 12, 2024.
*The application process includes filling in the official Innosuisse form, which will be sent to you after signing up. Please make sure to fill in the form before November 10 to be considered.