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NEW PUBLICATION: Building the Swiss Tech for Impact Ecosystem

Published on: September 16, 2020September 17, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

Zurich, September 16th, 2020 – As a world leader in tech and innovation, Switzerland is home to a growing number of impact tech entrepreneurs with innovative business models addressing the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The Swiss Tech for Impact sector is on the rise, and Switzerland has the...

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The industry as game changer for growing impact tech sector

Published on: August 19, 2020August 27, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation
Photo: Chris Zueger

A profitable and scalable solution to boost business growth and maximize positive impact? Yes, we are talking about the innovations of today, and the leading companies of tomorrow. Where having an impact driven business does not exempt you from building a robust, and profitable, business case. In 2013, Forbes...

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Announcing the Winners of the SEIF Awards 2020

Published on: June 18, 2020July 29, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

During the first virtual SEIF Awards Ceremony on June 17, we saw amazing pitches from all 10 finalists of the SEIF Awards 2020. Selected amongst a record high number of applications from all over Europe, the competition was very strong. With close to 400 competitive applications from more than...

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Samsung For Impact Startups have been chosen!

Published on: May 19, 2020July 29, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

With pride we announce the final selection for Samsung For Impact Switzerland 2020. A batch of 5 impact startups will participate in accelerator program “Samsung For Impact”. An overview of the startups and a short description can be found below.  We received 43 registrations from various sectors and different...

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Join us for the first virtual SEIF Awards Ceremony – June 17th

Published on: May 15, 2020May 25, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

Join us from all over the world + 2 more reasons why this is really exciting We invite you to join our very first virtual Awards Ceremony, June 17th! Of course, we would have loved to celebrate with you in person, but health and safety comes first. And it’s definitely...

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True Art is to Embrace the Lows – a contribution from CARU

Published on: April 30, 2020July 29, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

As an Age-Tech startup in Switzerland, what does your journey look like? Founder and co-CEO of CARU Susanne Dröscher describes in the blog below what it’s like to be a founder of an impact startup, including some helpful recommendations! What is CARU? CARU is grandma’s and grandpa’s digital flatmate....

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Applications for the SEIF Awards Tech for Impact hit record high

Published on: April 7, 2020April 8, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

With 365 applications across 34 countries, the number of applications for the SEIF Awards Tech for Impact has hit a record high. Switzerland is in the lead representing more than 40% of the impact startups who are now competing for a total of CHF 40’000. Looking at the number of...

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What spreadsheets and tomatoes have in common

Published on: January 28, 2020January 28, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

Serial entrepreneur and former SEIF Award winner Oliver Marchand has a passion for spreadsheets. According to him, they are critical in growing a successful company and relevant for a wide range of topics like meeting notes, financial planning and marketing. Building on his experience with Carbon Delta an MSCI company,...

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Tech for Impact Award Winners 2019

Published on: July 1, 2019February 6, 2020 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation

Photos: Eva Zingg Selected amongst over 300 applicants spanning across different tech and impact areas, the SEIF Awards audience witnessed our 10 finalists pitch at the Awards Ceremony on June 28. We were all really impressed by each one and the jury had a very difficult decision to make.  During the ceremony,...

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Impact Investing Congress 2017 – Learnings for Switzerland

Published on: February 8, 2017June 28, 2017 by SEIF - Driving Impact Innovation
Impact Investing Congress 2017

On January 24th 2017 the 2nd Impact Investing Congress took place at Grünenhof Zurich.

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. Can projects from outside of Switzerland apply for the seif Awards as well?

Yes, definitely! The seif Awards are not at all limited to Swiss ventures. We are more than happy to receive applications from all over Europe as well, the operations can be worldwide.


2. Can we apply with any technical solution?

Yes, of course! From Low Tech to Deep Tech, there are endless opportunities to use the huge potential of technology to tackle today’s social and/ or environmental challenges!


3. How much does it cost to apply?

It’s free of charge! there is no cost to apply.


4. Do we have to apply directly for a specific category (e.g. scalable solution or responsible business)?

No, you just hand in a general application for the seif Awards. The jury will assign your case to a specific category during the evaluation process.


5. Can I submit my award application in German?

Yes, absolutely! You can submit your application in English or German.


6. My business plan is too short / too long. Can I upload it anyway?

Theoretically yes, but the business plan should not be significantly longer than 30 pages. Please remember that all important information should be covered in the business plan but that the reader should not feel overwhelmed with information. Ask for feedback from a person not involved in your organisation!


7. We already applied for the seif Awards in the past. Can we try again?

Yes, definitely. Every startup develops and changes over time. Among our past year’s winners were several start-ups that won an award only after applying for the second time.


8. What are the evaluation criteria for the seif Award applications?

The jury focuses on the following criteria during the evaluation of applications:

  • Professional skills of the project team
  • Innovation of the project
  • Social / ecological impact
  • Quality of the business model and financing
  • Proof of concept
  • Replicability and scale

9. We have an updated SRS-report. Can we hand it in instead of the business plan?

Yes, of course. If you also have a business plan, please hand in both documents.


10. When do I hear back from seif?

The applications for the seif Awards are open until 31st of March. After this deadline we will review all the business plans and present them to the Jury. You will hear from us by mid/end of April. However we recommend to block the pitch day 14th of May  in your agenda. Please be aware of that we can’t give personal feedback to your application. Thank you for your understanding.


11. Where and when is the Awards Ceremony?

The Award Ceremony takes place in Zurich, 28th of June.


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Impact Academy Spring Cycle Brochure

The Impact Academy Spring Cycle 2018 started successfully on March, 22 with the Kick-Off Session, where social entrepreneurs of 26 inspiring start-ups met their coaches from UBS and PwC. They are now working together to achieve targeted support for the entrepreneurs in crucial areas of their businesses’ growth phase while simultaneously providing leadership development opportunities for the coaches.

Look through our Brochure for the Impact Academy Spring Cycle 2018 to find out who is currently participating:

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