The Pub-Crawl is your opportunity to meet people in a relaxed environment. Out of the office and away from formal meetings you connect with people on an equal footing and explore together the best bars in St. Gallen. Raise a toast and see what adventures or ideas the night will bring.

HOSTED BY REDALPINE

On March 20th, we're inviting investors and a select number of founders to an exclusive gathering for a chance to connect in a relaxed setting before the Summit rush begins. The Investor Night will foster an exclusive environment for visionary and innovative personalities. Starting with a reception during the day, we'll conclude the evening with an exclusive party.

PRESENTED BY FOUNDERFUL, AND CO-HOSTED BY MERANTIX AND THE SWISS ENTREPRENEURS FOUNDATION

The evening before Summit, we invite a select number of partners to partake in an exclusive dining experience at one of the best restaurants in St. Gallen. The by-application-only GP x LP Dinner provides attendees with the opportunity to network in a relaxed atmosphere and establish lasting partnerships within the Swiss LP community. 

Applications will be reviewed by a jury consisting of global LPs, including LGT Capital Partners and UBS.

HOSTED BY C WIRE

Join us at City Hall, St. Gallen, on March 20th, for an intimate Press Reception from 18:30 to 21:30, aimed at journalists and media representatives. Experience an evening of insights into START Global's impactful initiatives, featuring compelling success stories highlighting the organization's regional and international significance. This event offers a unique networking opportunity for journalists, media representatives, Swiss startups, and anyone interested in learning more about START Global. The event will end with a small aperitif and the opportunity to network!

HOSTED BY CHERRY VENTURES AND NORTHZONE

We're excited to announce Summit Sundown, a Side-Event brought to you by Northzone and Cherry Ventures. Set to take place on the evening of the 21.03, right after the first day of START Summit, this event will be one to remember. Join them and the entire ecosystem for drinks, creating the perfect atmosphere to unwind and connect after a day filled with inspiration and innovation. Don't miss this opportunity to kick off the evening festivities in style! 

HOSTED BY CAVALRY VENTURES 

On March 21st from 8:30 to 11am, Cavalry is excited to kick off the START Summit in St. Gallen with an intimate investor breakfast away from the Summit rush for Business Angels und LPs. Here we'll delve into the current state of markets, tech trends, fund and angel investing, and emerging investment opportunities. Our focus is on bringing together the investor community at START Summit right in the beginning to facilitate shared agendas and networking opportunities.

HOSTED BY WENGER VIELI AND YPOG

What needs to be considered when investing in a Swiss or German company? What are the benefits of setting-up a German subsidiary of a Swiss Start-up? How can German companies expand to Switzerland? The number of cross-border transactions and relationships between Switzerland and Germany in the Start-up ecosystem are increasing. Sounds interesting? Join this side event over lunch hosted by venture capital law firms Wenger Vieli (Switzerland) and YPOG (Germany) featuring a panel discussion on the topic filled with experienced practitioners, founders and investors.

HOSTED BY INSTITUT AUF DEM ROSENBERG

Students from Institut auf dem Rosenberg are proud to present an engaging side event at the START Summit, showcasing our collaboration with esteemed partners such as Boston Dynamics, Norman Foster Foundation, and academic giants MIT & ETH. This tour delves into the future of work and living, highlighting our interdisciplinary prototypes including the Rosenberg Space Habitat and Blue Nomad. Aimed at addressing sustainable living challenges, this event is crafted for visionaries eager to explore innovative solutions through technology and design. Join us to witness how these collaborations are paving the way for a sustainable and technologically advanced future.

This is a two day Side Event:

• Thursday, March 21 at 1 pm, 3 pm, 5 pm
• Friday, March 22 at 10 a.m., 1 pm, 3 pm

HOSTED BY CASINO ST. GALLEN

On Thursday, March 21, from 17:00 to 20:00, the St. Gallen Casino will provide game credit for the first players to arrive. To ensure that the tournament can start on time and to avoid a traffic jam at check-in (as all first-time guests must be registered), it is advisable to arrive on time and, if possible, staggered. An officially issued document is mandatory for admission! Authorized documents for admission include a passport, identity card, or driver's license.

HOSTED BY FARNER AND DROPBOX

START Forum is our exclusive event in the hallways of the Square in St. Gallen, hosted together with b2venture on March 21st. The dynamic atmosphere of the Forum allows networking at its finest. We are excited to welcome the inspirational speakers from START Summit and many Partners to create an exciting event.