Entrepreneurs Club #35

The Entrepreneurs Club is embracing the winter vibes!

The Entrepreneurs Club, organized by Innovation Office of the University of Basel, is back with its 35th edition — bringing together entrepreneurs, startups, and innovation enthusiasts for an inspiring evening of exchange and connection.

Gain insights from three outstanding role model entrepreneurs, highlighted by a keynote from Matt Goldman, an entrepreneur and investor from the Bay Area, who will share insights and ideas from one of the world’s most vibrant startup ecosystems. This edition highlights not only the Bay Area’s entrepreneurial mindset but also the strength and potential of our local ecosystem — exchange ideas, and identify opportunities to bridge the gaps together.

Thanks to the support of the Claudine und Hans-Heiner Zaeslin-Bustany-Stiftung, our guest from the Bay Area will support transferring the spirit between the U.S. entrepreneurial landscape and the Basel region. Join us for an evening filled with inspiration, meaningful conversations, and the vibrant energy of our innovation community.

Program

Come ready to cheer on others as they take the stage and gain insights from three inspiring role model entrepreneurs, including a special guest from the Bay Area bringing a touch of U.S. entrepreneurial spirit!

Agenda

17:30 - Doors Open & Registration

18:00 - Welcome & Introduction

18:10 - Role Model Keynote, Matt Goldman - General Partner, J2 Ventures

18:40 - Founder Story #1, Wolfgang Hackl - Founder and CEO, OncoGenomX

18:55 - Founder Story #2, Cinzia Donato - Founder, Idda Health, COO Hera Biotech

19:10 - Q&A

19:30 - Pitch #1 Team from Entrepreneurship Training Fall 2025 cohort

19:33 - Pitch #2 Team from SPARK Western Switzerland 2025 cohort

19:36 - Wrap Up

19:40 - Apéro & Networking

Registrations

👉 University members and entrepreneurs, register HERE

👉 External guests and supporters, register HERE

More about the event

Organized by the Innovation Office of the University of Basel, https://www.innovationoffice.io/

This event is an Official Activity of the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2025, an international movement dedicated to inspiring and connecting entrepreneurs. In the Basel region, GEW is coordinated by the GEN Basel association.

Support the continuation of GEW in Basel by checking out our GEW 2025 Fundraising Auction!

By attending this event, you agree to allow GEN Basel to use event photos and videos for online and print media, promotional materials, and presentations related to Global Entrepreneurship Week.