Known for its big banks and wealth, Switzerland´s investors are now turning their attention to innovative entrepreneurs solving the world´s most pressing problems. With some of the top schools and universities in Europe, the country boasts a well-educated domestic talent pool intent on building the businesses of the future. Last year, VCs invested more than ?1 billion in Swiss startups. In the 2019 Global Ecosystem Report, the Lausanne-Bern-Geneva ecosystem came in seventh in the newly-introduced Life Sciences ranking, which pertains to startups committed to diagnosing, treating and managing diseases. Furthermore, the Basel region has the highest production volume in life sciences in the world. And while the cost of living in most Swiss cities is high, so, too, are salaries and quality of life. It should come as no surprise, then, that the country has produced so many successful impact startups. Startup Guide Switzerland explores the startups, founders, programs, investors and schools.
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Nestled at the intersection of France, Germany and Switzerland, Basel Area is home to many international companies and a growing number of innovators. The cantons of Basel-Landschaft, Basel-Stadt and Jura have a vibrant future-focused ecosystem and the area is a world-leader in life sciences. An established epicenter of research, it's the place to be for local and international entrepreneurs in healthcare and beyond.

Startup Guide Basel Area explores the region's key players and provides essential tools for starting up in the Swiss hub. This includes profiles of innovative startups, insights from experienced entrepreneurs, and valuable information about the area's investors, programs, schools and coworking spaces.

A unique blend of old and new, historical and contemporary, Graz has been recognized as a UNESCO City of Design, a European cultural capital and Austria's culinary capital. Home to a small but thriving startup ecosystem, it is a well-established tech hub and a great testing ground for entrepreneurs looking to eventually scale internationally.

Startup Guide Graz explores the city's key players and provides essential tools for starting up. This includes profiles of innovative startups, insights from experienced entrepreneurs, and valuable information about the area's investors, programs, schools and coworking spaces.

Poland's capital and largest city, Warsaw is Central Europe's leading economic hub. In recent years, it's developed a strong startup ecosystem and tech scene, which continues to grow with the support of international tech companies and enthusiastic local programs.