Benefits
Your benefits at a glance
Maximum support for your startup
Launch Control is more than a traditional support program.
Here, you gain access to a strong network, valuable resources, and practical support to take your startup to the next level. The following services are included in the participation fees.
Workshops with subject matter experts & entrepreneurs
Learn from experienced professionals who share their knowledge and best tips directly from their practical experience.
Pitches before the jury & closing dinner
Present your startup to a jury of experts, receive valuable feedback, and celebrate your success at a joint closing dinner.
Individual coaching sessions with experts
Get tailored support for your biggest challenges. Our experts are happy to take the time to help you:
Networking & Community-Events
Make valuable contacts with the lively Home of Innovation community at informal events such as tenant breakfasts, marketing workshops, or cocktail receptions.
Coworking & Infrastructure
Use a flexible workspace at one of the three Home of Innovation locations and benefit from state-of-the-art office infrastructure.
Legal advice with lawyers
Regularly clarify your legal questions with top lawyers from our long-standing partners, the law firms MME and Wenger Vieli.
Kick-off session and get-together reception
Start with an inspiring introduction and get to know the other participants in a relaxed atmosphere.
Group coaching by entrepreneurs for entrepreneurs
More than you think, other participants are facing the same challenges—by sharing ideas, you’ll get honest feedback, new perspectives, and possible solutions.
Visit to Startup Nights
Together we will attend Switzerland’s largest and most important startup event. An “Ask Me Anything” session with a successful founder will also be organized for you.
Co-Founder Matchmaking Events
Meet motivated co-founders who can advance your startup with their skills and passion.
Bexio at special rates
Free for the first year, then half price—perfect for your startup management.
FAQ
Anyone with an innovative business idea or an early-stage startup is invited to apply. We are looking for committed founders with the potential to turn their ideas into successful companies. We have space for a maximum of 12 “idea teams.” We therefore recommend registering early. We will confirm your registration within approximately 10 days. You will then receive all further information. We look forward to hearing from you and your startup idea!
The application process consists of an online application. You will either be admitted directly or invited to a selection interview.
After completing the program, we will continue to support you through our alumni network. Former participants can also take part in special events and networking meetings. To support and scale your startup in the next growth phase, you can register for our accelerator program “Boost Your Business.”
Our program is cross-industry. We welcome startups from the fields of IT and software, healthcare, education, finance, sustainability, and many others.
The number of startups varies, but we usually accept between 8 and 15 startups per program. This ensures that all participants receive sufficient support.
The workshops will take place at the centrally located Home of Innovation in Winterthur. The location is at Stadthausstrasse 14 and is a 2-minute walk from Winterthur train station. Approximately 2 workshops will take place online and one at the Home of Innovation in Winterthur Töss, 15 minutes from Winterthur train station.