"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

Name: Fähripitch 2025
Start: 2025-10-01
Location: Literaturhaus Basel & Vogel Gryff Ferry, Basel

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

Göknur Bektas

Waste is a resource!

With GÖBEK, Göknur Bektas shows companies independently, neutrally, and objectively the potential and value of professional waste management.

Startups

10 innovative impact startups pitch to a distinguished jury on the Vogel Gryff Ferry, presenting their vision.

PureUp

PureUp transforms surplus fruits into natural frozen fruit puree without additives, full of flavor.

Felix Schwander , Founder

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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

SendMeBag

Our reusable shipping bag meets the complex requirements of shipping logistics and delivers a tangible sustainable message.

Remo Zemp , Co-Founder

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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

weloop

Transform your eCommerce with reuse, resell, and rent to unlock new revenue stream.

Vincent Ghilione , Founder

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Hevea

Converting recycled rubber products into innovative, high-performance materials with diverse industrial applications.

Patricia Scandiucci de Freitas , Founder

FRISPEECH

FRISPEECH lets people worldwide bypass restrictions, rate pages, speak their minds, and connect.

Sahel Lahoo , Founder

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WAYNERR

WAYNERR® biopolymer acoustic panels combat noise pollution and reduce excessive use of plastics in interiors.

Dr Vladas Snieckus , Head of Research

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Hephaistos

Our AI algorithm develops novel biocatalysts, optimizing resource utilization in the chemical synthesis industry.

Lukas Radtke , Co-Founder

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CT Umwelt

Innovative remediation concept combines contaminated site cleanup with sustainable water development and ecological enhancement.

Samuel Lütolf , Founder

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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.

Program

Basel – Friday October 3, 2025

5:30 PM

Doors Open at Literaturhaus Basel

Guest arrival and start of the evening.
6:00 PM

Welcome, Keynote & Jury Introduction

Official start of Fähripitch and introduction to the theme of impact.
7:00 PM

Startup Pitches on Vogel Gryff Ferry

10 impact startups present their ideas to the jury and audience.
8:15 PM

Winner Announcement

Announcement of the Fähripitch Award and other prizes.
8:30 PM

Closing Remarks

Joint conclusion at Literaturhaus Basel.
8:45 – 10:00 PM

Networking & Drinks

Apéro 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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