Stimulate innovation in sport with the inaugural edition of The SPOT, May 15-16 in Lausanne
An annual 2-day international event to get you off the beaten track
The SPOT... "outside the box" is a new initiative that unites the creative imagination and expertise of business, sport, academia, media, IOs, NGOs, as well as the public. Designed to showcase and promote innovative ideas, products, companies and best practices, this two-day international event will engage diverse sectors from Switzerland and beyond, for collaboration, inspiration and a unique and captivating experience.
Launched by ThinkSport, and the first event of its kind to take place in the Olympic capital of Lausanne, The SPOT aims to stimulate progress in sport by bringing together original ideas and the latest innovations, both inside and outside the sports industry.
Whether you come from the sports industry or other sectors, at home or abroad, The SPOT is a must-attend event for all those interested in sport, physical activity and technology, and for those who want to think outside the box.
Some of the organizations and companies you'll meet at SPOT 2018 are listed here.
As a partner of the event, Alp ICT can offer a few free tickets: contact us if you're interested.
An extraordinary experience:
Discovery & involvement: A market and demonstration zone, where participants can showcase and experiment with innovative products and ideas.
Connection & collaboration: Numerous networking opportunities designed to create and facilitate cross-sector partnerships and projects.
Inspiration & understanding: An unconventional program of conferences and workshops, connecting participants with innovation pioneers for stimulating conversations and inspired reflection.
Ingenuity & Creativity: A start-up competition for new industry entrepreneurs, where emerging companies will be invited to register and present their business ideas prior to the event. Shortlisted start-ups will then present their ideas to an audience of potential investors on the final day of the event.
International start-up competition and other exclusive opportunities with Venturelab
Is your start-up dedicated to taking sport to a new level?
Would you like to meet the world's sporting ecosystem in the heart of the Olympic capital?
Then apply before April 20 to gain access to an exclusive start-up package for The SPOT, with the chance to take part in the pitch competition!
If you choose the single or double start-up package, you can apply to take part in the international start-up competition and other exclusive opportunities operated by Venturelab. A jury of experts will select the 40 most promising start-ups, who will benefit from:
- Facilitate one-on-one meetings with sports federations and investors
- Pitching to an international, knowledgeable and sporting audience
- Opportunity to compete for prizes at the final on May 15, 2018
- Special introduction to the Swiss start-up ecosystem
Start-up registration deadline: April 20, 2018.
