"The most extraordinary pitch of the year – on the Rhine!"
October 3, 2025, 5:30 PM @Literaturhaus Basel
Ideas that change the world – Fähripitch 2025
October 3, 2025
5:30 PM Literaturhaus Basel & Vogel Gryff Ferry, Basel
Recap
Relive the highlights of Fähripitch 2025 – all pitches in full length.
What?
Switzerland's most extraordinary pitch event
10 Impact Startup Pitches
10 innovative impact startups present their visions for a better, more sustainable world to a distinguished jury on the Vogel Gryff Ferry.
Vogel Gryff Ferry
On the iconic Vogel Gryff Ferry in the middle of the Rhine, an extraordinary stage emerges for bold ideas and entrepreneurs.
Inspiring Keynotes
Inspiring keynotes on impact, entrepreneurship, and innovation frame the startup pitches.
Livestream to Literaturhaus Basel
From the Rhine directly to Literaturhaus: The event is broadcast live so all guests can follow the pitches on-site.
Literaturhaus Basel
Literaturhaus Basel offers a unique location for exchange, discussion, and inspiration as our partner venue.
Networking & Apéro
After the pitches, there's time for exchange, networking, and a generous apéro with all participants.
Speaker
Startups
10 innovative impact startups pitch to a distinguished jury on the Vogel Gryff Ferry, presenting their vision.
The Prizes
- Fähripitch Award – Sponsored by JCI Basel – Recognition for the most compelling impact startup.
- BaselArea Business & Innovation Support – Support for business model development and access to network & coaching.
- Startup Academy Basel Mentoring – Individual guidance from experienced mentors.
Startups 2025
ZOA Culture
ZOA Culture is a fermentation technology that acts directly on whole ingredients to unlock their full potential in flavor, nutrition, digestibility, and shelf-life.
Letizia Guarise , Founder
Froot
Froot develops an innovative device that uses cold and ethylene absorption to significantly extend the shelf life of fruits and vegetables.
Johannie Artho , Founder
Hevea
Converting recycled rubber products into innovative, high-performance materials with diverse industrial applications.
Patricia Scandiucci de Freitas , Founder
Program
Basel – Friday October 3, 2025
- 5:30 PMDoors Open at Literaturhaus BaselGuest arrival and start of the evening.
- 6:00 PMWelcome, Keynote & Jury IntroductionOfficial start of Fähripitch and introduction to the theme of impact.
- 7:00 PMStartup Pitches on Vogel Gryff Ferry10 impact startups present their ideas to the jury and audience.
- 8:15 PMWinner AnnouncementAnnouncement of the Fähripitch Award and other prizes.
- 8:30 PMClosing RemarksJoint conclusion at Literaturhaus Basel.
- 8:45 – 10:00 PMNetworking & DrinksApéro Riche, conversations, and networking with startups, jury, and guests.
Our Jury
Experts from various industries
Markus Fischer
Managing Director
@ Startup Academy Basel
Markus Fischer has 30 years of experience in the financial industry before working as a business consultant. For twelve years, he has led Startup Academy Basel as Managing Director, supporting founders in implementing their business ideas.
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Anja Nieveler
Co-Founder
@ BaselCircular & Doughnut Economics Switzerland
Anja has extensive experience developing startup programs and sustainability consulting at Impact Hub. Today she is active at BaselCircular and FHNW, driving the development and implementation of circular economy activities.
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André Konrad
Managing Partner
@ SUAN
André is co-founder and managing director of agency Suan. As a branding expert and long-time startup mentor, he helps companies develop clear strategies and build strong brands.
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Thérèse Susan Schmutz
Startup Innovation Manager
@ BaselArea
Thérèse Susan Schmutz is Manager for Startup Innovation at BaselArea and supports the startup community in the Basel region.
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Amaël Aubert
CFO & National President
@ Marti Arc Jura & JCI Switzerland
Amaël Aubert has been CFO of Marti Arc Jura for five years and is 2025 National President of the Junior Chamber International Switzerland. As a tech entrepreneur (IoT), he brings a perspective at the intersection of innovation and governance.
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