Question 1

Do I need to already be located in Switzerland?

Accepted Answer

No. We are open to teams from across Europe and around the world.  However, teams will need to be present in Rolle, Switzerland for all program dates.

Question 2

Will the workshops and mentoring be in English?

Accepted Answer

Yes. All workshops will be in English. Mentoring will generally be in English, unless you happen to be matched with a speaker of a mutual language.

Question 3

Do I need to know English to attend?

Accepted Answer

Yes, as all instruction and discussion will be in English, a good understanding of the language is required.

Question 4

Where will we stay during the workshops?

Accepted Answer

If you are not located in the Rolle/Geneva area, there are many hotel and AirBnb options.  The program does not cover room and board.

Question 5

Do we need to stay in Rolle for the entire period?

Accepted Answer

Teams are required to be present for each workshop and welcome to work at the campus during operating hours, but only required to be present on workshop and pitch days.

Question 6

Do I need to be in-person for all of the workshop dates?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We require in-person attendance by the core co-founders of the startup.

Question 7

We are a team of 3 founders, but only 2 can take part in-person. Can we still join the program?

Accepted Answer

Maybe. We can review the possibility of the majority of co-founders attending, as long as key decisions can be made by the team.

Question 8

Will housing or travel be covered?

Accepted Answer

No.  There is no funding available for your travel or housing costs.  However, we provide coffee, light breakfast, snacks and lunch throughout the workshop series.

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