Empower Your Startup with Tech4Trust
Switzerland’s Premier Equity-Free Accelerator for Digital Trust, AI & Cybersecurity
Program partners
Companies from Pre-seed to Serie A stage
Leading industry partners in the Advisory Board
Editions since 2019
Funding raised by Tech4Trust startups
Companies from Pre-seed to Serie A stage
Leading industry partners in the Advisory Board
Editions organized since 2019
Funding raised by Tech4Trust startups
Trusted by +160 Startup Founders Worldwide
From AI to cybersecurity, Tech4Trust alumni are shaping tomorrow’s most trusted tech.
Accelerate your startup
Public-Private Collaboration
Tech4Trust is a program of Trust Valley, a public-private partnership in Switzerland for innovation and growth of Digital Trust technologies worldwide
No equity dilution
In the first step of your acceleration, no equities are demanded
No enrolling fees
You cover only travelling expenses to attend to the networking events
Our trusted advisory board
A community of 49 industry leaders, investors, and public sector executives dedicated to empowering the next generation of startups in digital trust and cybersecurity. They actively shape the program, select the most promising startups, and award excellence with over 140K CHF in partner prizes.
Guillaume Pahud
Global Head of Digital Hub, SGS
Bolko Hohaus
Vice President Director Investors Romandie - SICTIC
Lajla Aganovic
Head of Venture Engagement, Logitech
Jean-Christophe Makuch
Head of Digital Technologies, SICPA
Testimonials
“The program is an unique opportunity to meet high-motivated innovators and experienced folks with a security mindset. It provides a platform for visibility at the national level. It couldn’t be better than that.”
Laurent Balmelli
“The Tech4Trust community has enabled us to forge successful strategic partnerships such as the one with Microsoft Azure (…). We are feeling very proud and grateful for our time and experience with Tech4Trust.”
Franck Tiambo
“The Tech4Trust program enabled us to connect with an amazing local network of experts and, along with other startups, present an incredibly diverse offering.”
Harry Halpin
“The Tech4Trust program has been an incredible springboard for our startup specialized in the field of data encryption (…). The support from Trust Valley has been a great help to start our developments.”
Nagib Aouini
“Thank you 1000x for the excellent program and dynamism of the team. Great atmosphere with fellow startups and great visibility”
Marc Siegrist
“One of the best programs, very well structured, for startups of all stages.”
Mujadad N.
“Good feeling to be surrounded by startup facing the same challenges.”
François Gigante
"When we started the program, we only had an idea - no fundraising, hardly any network. After the program, we raised $2.7 million, we secured 7 clients and 12 employees. Tech4Trust acted as a badge of trust that propelled us and encouraged investors to talk to us."
Olivier Eyries
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the application process?
We tailor our strategies to meet your specific needs, focusing on enhancing your brand, increasing market reach, optimizing financial management, and driving overall business growth.
2. How do you decide who joins the program?
We tailor our strategies to meet your specific needs, focusing on enhancing your brand, increasing market reach, optimizing financial management, and driving overall business growth.
3. How can I skip applying - I’d like to discuss my idea or startup?
We have experience working with various industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, retail, and manufacturing, allowing us to provide specialized insights and solutions.
4. Do I always need to travel to Switzerland?
We use key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics relevant to your goals, such as increased revenue, market share growth, brand recognition, and customer engagement.
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Whether you’re still exploring or already convinced, we’re here to support your growth journey.