Startup Selection Switzerland

Orientation in the Swiss start-up ecosystem

from NZZ and ZHAW

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Orientation

Why this ranking?

The Swiss startup ecosystem is powerful and diverse – but difficult to navigate. Founders, investors and supporters often make decisions without comparable reference points.

There is a lack of independent, transparent guidance: Which hubs deliver measurable success? Which coaches have proven impact? Which programs really work?

Startup Selection Switzerland creates this comparability – scientifically sound, editorially independent and freely accessible to all stakeholders.

Process

How it works

Stakeholders can apply themselves (self-disclosure) or be nominated by others.

1

Data Collection

Structured data collection (20–40 min) and validation by ZHAW.

Deadline: 01.07.2026
2

Review & Score

Independent evaluation, plausibility checks and score calculation.

Independent
3

Ranking & Publication

Publication of rankings in NZZ environment and on this platform.

Transparent
4

Certification (Optional)

Paid Selection Label – only when criteria are met.

Paid

Timeline

Timeline

15.04.2026
Start data collection
01.07.2026
Participation deadline
Aug–Oct 2026
Review & evaluation
Nov 2026
Ranking publication
Dec 2026
Award Night · Zurich

Partners

Made possible by leading organisations committed to transparency and excellence.

Initiated & Supported by

Media Partner

Research Partner

Platform Partner

Main Partner

Co-Partner

Brand Safety Guarantee

Independence as a mark of quality

Sponsors enable the ranking, but have no influence on methodology, evaluation, or results.
Scientific management is the responsibility of ZHAW, while editorial support is provided by NZZ.

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