Co-Founder Matchmaking Event

Get to know inspiring startups and find your perfect match!

29 Apr 2026

09:00 - 13:00

English

MC3 Main Campus Convention Center, Hegenheimermattweg 167D, 4123 Allschwil

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Are you a startup looking for driven co-founders with complementary skills and a shared vision? Or perhaps an individual seeking to bring your talent & ambition into an inspiring startup shaping the future?

If so, our Co-Founder Matchmaking Event is for you. Taking place on the 29th of April at MC3 in Allschwil, it is designed to help you make your match!

Highlights of the program include:

3 inspiring keynotes highlighting insights from the founder, business angel and legal perspective on shaping & sustaining a winning team
Startup elevator pitches
Speed-dating sessions with any of the 15+ startups that will be at the event, and which are all looking for new team members (Note: you get to review and pre-select your “dates” beforehand via a smart networking platform).
Wrap-up & networking lunch

As the saying goes: “Want to go fast? Go alone. Want to go far? Go together.”

This event is powered by Innosuisse Entrepreneurship Training.

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Agenda

08:30

Doors opening & registration

09:00

Welcome

Thérèse Schmutz, Manager Startup Innovation, Basel Area Business & Innovation

09:05

The founder’s perspective

How to set up a team that aligns with you, your personal goals and your startup vision? A founder's personal take on shaping and sustaining their core team.

Dr. Redona Hafizi, Co-founder of TOM Medications, shares real, hard-earned lessons on what it truly takes to grow, not just as a startup, but as a team. From navigating the “valley of death” to mastering the critical transition into a real company, this is about building something that lasts in healthcare.

Redona Hafizi, Co-Founder & Head of Pharma, TOM Medications

09:20

What secures a “Yes” from an angel investor?

Often, it isn't the idea, it’s the people. Nicolas Lehmann prioritizes the startup team above all else in his investment approach. He will reveal his insights on what he looks for in a team and share practical tips on how to get your setup even more investment ready.

Nicolas Lehmann, angel investor, finance professional, board member, advisor and startup judge, SICTIC

09:40

Startup elevator pitches

Get to know 15+ startups on stage in 30’-seconds elevator pitches.

10:00

Coffee break

10:15

Startup speed dating sessions

With any of the 15+ startups that will be at the event, and which are all looking for new team members (Note: you get to review and pre-select your “dates” beforehand via Brella, a smart networking platform).

11:45

Partner session

What are the key legal steps to consider when onboarding a co-founder, a new team member, or a business angel? Christoph Burckhardt and Alexander Gutmans will share practical insights from their advisory experience and will be available to answer legal questions regarding co-founding and early growth.