Innovate and accelerate
Last five years
Our innovation promotion team supports people, companies and institutions who want to found or grow an innovative venture, firm or project in the Basel Area. Our services range from startup acceleration to diverse events and workshops to providing inspiring collaborative workspaces.
How we help
We offer consultation and connections to help companies, entrepreneurs and startups launch and grow innovative ventures, as well as:
Startup Support
We are here to support you in launching a startup. Benefit from our education and consulting services and learn about funding resources and business development. We offer free mentoring for startups services to qualified applicants in three fields: innovative technologies, sustainability and women in entrepreneurship.
Network
A vibrant community connecting innovators, entrepreneurs, enthusiasts and experts in all our focus industries.
Events, seminars & workshops
These inform, connect with the community, drive collaboration, inspire, and create awareness.
Catalyst projects
Collaborative projects that tackle bottleneck issues in innovation.
Acceleration and incubation
We provide individual support as well as structured programs during company foundation and initial phases of growth.
Collaborative workspaces
Four co-working spaces for collaboration and startup acceleration.
”Basel Area Business & Innovation has continuously supported Resistell on its way to market, opening its expert network and making very valuable connections.
Danuta CichockaCEO Resistell
Accelerators support growth
Basel Area Business & Innovation runs several business accelerator programs.
- BaseLaunch Accelerator (therapeutics & biotech innovation). Providing space, help to secure funding, and experienced advisors who work closely with startups and entrepreneurs. Learn more
- DayOne Accelerator (healthcare). Participants have access to funding, expert coaching and infrastructure. Learn more
- Industry 4.0 Challenge (industrial transformation). Industry leaders support innovative ideas with collaboration and resources. Learn more