Foire du Valais Pitch Contest 2026

About

A pitch contest offering startups the chance to showcase their innovations in front of a live audience, with opportunities for cash prizes and increased visibility through media coverage. Participants will have a 4-minute slot to present their ideas and must demonstrate strong pitching skills.

Benefits

• 🎤Pitch Opportunity
  A 4-minute pitch slot to convince the audience
• 🎟️ Event Access
  Five entrance tickets to the Foire du Valais
• 📈Media Exposure
  Increased visibility through media and digital coverage
• 💰Cash Prizes
  Opportunity to win one of two cash prizes of CHF 2,000 (jury prize and audience vote)

Eligibility Criteria

• Founded after January 2021
• Based in Valais
• Strong pitching skills demonstrated through a video or references to past presentations

Participation Commitments

• Must present live in front of a diverse audience
• Attendance required at the event on October 2, 2026, from 3:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Must prepare a pitch video or provide references to past presentations

Target Region

Switzerland

Target Sector

All sectors