CTI Start-up Support Abroad

U.S. Market Entry CAMP

Think Big – Think USA

The CTI Start-up US Market Entry CAMP is a three-month acceleration program for Swiss startup companies looking to enter the US market. The program is open to all Swiss startups in the CTI Start-up coaching program.

This initiative is made possible by CTI, and the travel and housing stipend is funded by CTI and the Gebert-Rüf Stiftung.

For the past six years, swissnex San Francisco and swissnex Boston have assisted the most promising Swiss technology startups in coming to the United States by providing them with a tailored program to help them establish a foothold in the US market.

CAMP Perks

A desk in our great co-working spaces with other startups and creative entrepreneurs
Fast traction through access to local networks, mentors, advisors, and professional organizations
Tailored advice from the swissnex team
Access to dedicated workshops and classes
Travel and housing stipend

Terms

Three months in Boston, San Francisco, or a combination of both
Up to two participants per company
Each participant will receive a stipend of CHF 4,000 to help cover travel and housing expenses; the company is responsible for all other expenses
Must define measurable milestones prior to entering the US Market Entry CAMP
Applications are accepted on a rolling, first-come, first-served basis. Turnaround from nomination to decision is approximately two to four weeks

How do I Apply?

Contact the assigned CTI Start-Up case Coach / Company Partner

Application is reviewed by a board composed of representatives from our US partners, CTI, and swissnex
Acceptance is based on defined thresholds for quality, maturity, and fit for the US market

To benefit from this Support offer, companies must be willing to invest the necessary human and financial resources. Recommendation by the assigned case coach is mandatory.

Foot-holders

With the support of the Gebert Rüf Foundation and the partnership of swissnex, tailormade logistical support and networks on both the East and West Coast of the United States are put at the disposal of Label companies.