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ASCENT Startup Accelerator

The ASCENT Startup Accelerator program designed for startups enables companies at Technopark Winterthur to accelerate their expansion and the achievement of their goals.

Our claim «where startups take off» means that ambitious companies at Technopark Winterthur receive support with the aim of rapidly increasing their growth and success.

Various funding elements are part of the support program. Startups that qualify can choose the support elements freely. We assist startups in «taking off» with our natural proximity to the companies, flexibility, and straightforward processes.

Nice to know: Startups can apply for the support program before they are tenants and can then benefit from a rent reduction as soon as they move into the building.

 

For quick reference

CHF 10'000

average value per year

12

months duration

4

funding elements to choose from

2

possibilities of extension

Coachings

to choose from

Mentoring

customized to each startup

Elements of the support program

Rent reduction

up to CHF 2'500 per year

Coaching

worth CHF 2'500 each with 40 different coaches to choose from

Trade fairs

financial support up to CHF 2'500 for participating at trade fairs

What criteria must be fulfilled to receive funding?

The startup must be a tenant at Technopark Winterthur or be considered

Ambitious, broad-based founding team

Own innovative and highly scalable product

Clear business model with potential of profit and creation of jobs

Successful qualification in the application process

The procedure in brief

Notifiying management of your interest

Preliminary meeting where eligibility is determined and the process is explained

Pitch to the startup tenant committee

Decision on funding immediately after the pitch

Signing the agreement for funding

Definition of desired funding elements (possible at any time during the support period)

Deciding on suitable coaches with the support of RUNWAY Incubator

Here you can find all necessary information on the application process and on the support program itself:

Application process for funding support

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If you have questions regarding the application process or the support elements don’t hesitate to reach out. CEO Stève Mérillat is gladly available to answer your questions.

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