The FEMSeries is FEMtrepreneurs’ program for more diversity and inclusion in the Swiss entrepreneurship ecosystem and consists of 4 interactive workshops to inspire and to equip more women with the tools, skills and supporting community to kickstart their ideas.

Join our 4-part workshop module to get a glimpse into the world of entrepreneurship, learn how to get from idea to a business concept and bring your passion project to the next level. The workshops are led by experienced industry experts with a passion for female entrepreneurship.

Session 1: Role Model Talks

Monday, November 1st, 17:30 – 20:00 (online)

Role models are an important part of the development of our identities and a powerful source of inspiration for those getting ready to start-up. To kick off the FEMSeries 2021, FEMtrepreneurs and TWIST have partnered-up to bring to stage power-women from their community to share their entrepreneurship journeys and spark inspiration in the room.

Session 2: Why + Ideation

Facilitated by Melanie Kovacs

Monday, November 8th, 17:30 – 20:00 (online)

Ideation is the process of generating a broad set of ideas without judgement. This workshop helps to gain understanding of your passion & purpose, play around with your idea and reflect how it could be taken to the next level.

Session 3: Business Model

Facilitated by Valentina Squitieri

Monday, November 15th, 17:30 – 20:00

This workshop will be helping founders to sketch, describe and communicate their business ideas in a simple story. They will work with a set of entrepreneurial tools to create compelling products and services with customer centricity in mind.

Session 4: Pitching Training

Facilitated by Isabelle Siegrist

In this hands-on workshop you will prepare your pitch and get ready to concisely (and convincingly) tell your story and your business in a few minutes and for every audience – from a friend to an investor.