JUNE 26 - JUNE 29
Thursday, June 27, 2024
Transfer Fribourg to Geneva via shuttle bus
▪ Parallel Session: Family Business: J. De Weck (Magazine Bilan), Liliane Kramer (CEO & owner Joggi Ltd.), Nicolas Staempfli (Member of the Board Staempli Ltd.), Fabrice Simonet (Co-owner of the Vinery le petit château)
▪ Parallel Session: Launch GEM Switzerland Report and Round Table “Entrepreneurial Framework Condition”: Yann Steulet (Director Incubator Fri-up), Juliane Butty (CEO & Co-founder BTRY, Bettina Hirsig (Co-founder Power Coder),
▪ Parallel Sessions 3-7: To be Announced on June 1, 2024
Fribourg is a quaint town nestled in the heart of Switzerland. Bustling with students and innovation, the city thrives on its educational prowess and entrepreneurial mindset.
Home to a renowned university and several specialized schools, Fribourg is a well-known hub of intellectual activity. The city is strategically located between Zurich, Bern, and Geneva and enjoys a central location that not only provides easy access to major Swiss cities but also contributes to its dynamic and cosmopolitan atmosphere.
Beyond academia, Fribourg is fostering innovation with multiple startup incubators and a newly built technology park, Blue Factory, which serves as a nucleus for cutting-edge developments. This blend of academic excellence, entrepreneurial spirit, and a lively social scene creates a unique and energetic ambiance in Fribourg, making it an exciting destination for students, professionals, and creatives alike.
Located on the shores of the beautiful Lake Geneva, the city of the same name stands as a global hub with an international renown. Recognized for its diplomatic significance, Geneva hosts the headquarters of major international organizations, including the European branch of the United Nations, the World Trade Organization, and the World Health Organization.
Beyond its diplomatic role, Geneva has an enduring legacy in the luxury timepiece industry, with numerous watch companies choosing to establish their headquarters within the city. Its cosmopolitan atmosphere is further enriched by a diverse community, fostering a melting pot of cultures and ideas, thus boosting innovation.
Geneva’s position as a diplomatic and economic powerhouse, coupled with its picturesque setting, creates a unique blend of sophistication and global influence, making it a city that seamlessly merges tradition with modernity.
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