Since 2016, MassChallenge Switzerland has been a leader in helping startups across Europe grow their businesses by accelerating nearly 400 startups across multiple industries that have raised more than CHF 196M in funding. 

In addition to the early-stage startup accelerator, which accepts startups from any industry, MassChallenge Switzerland has expanded its offerings to accelerate innovation in the food sector with an industry-specific track for early-stage startups as part of the 2021 accelerator. This also includes a challenge program matching later-stage startups with corporate partners in the food industry. 

Sustainable Food Systems Industry Track

Operating as part of the core MassChallenge Switzerland accelerator program, select early-stage startups will receive additional specialized support and resources. The track brings together the largest multi-national food corporations, world-class mentorship from food experts, and tailored curriculum focused on sustainability, food, and packaging to accelerate the impact of production, distribution, packaging, and food disposal startups.

Startups interested in participating in the track are encouraged to apply via the 2021 MassChallenge Switzerland accelerator application, which will open on January 20, 2021. 

Sustainable Food Systems Challenge

The Sustainable Food Systems Challenge identifies later-stage startups or scaleups and matches them with a MassChallenge partner to accelerate innovation in the food sector. Selected startups will work directly with key stakeholders within a global food corporate where they’ll get access to co-development opportunities, product validation, customer connections, strategic investments, or advisor introductions. Startups with a prototype or working proof of concept are encouraged to apply by January 15, 2021 at 23:59 CET. 

Learn more and apply here.