EHL Innovation Sprint - Fall 2026 Edition

The EHL Innovation Sprint is a 24-hour entrepreneurship challenge designed to bring together students from across Switzerland to transform innovative ideas into concrete projects.

Hosted at the EHL Campus in Lausanne on October 2–3, the Sprint off ers a unique opportunity to experience entrepreneurship through action. Participants will work in multidisciplinary teams, guided by experienced entrepreneurs, startup founders, designers, and business experts who will coach them throughout the event. 

Whether you already have a business idea or are simply curious about entrepreneurship, the Sprint is open to everyone. You can apply individually or with friends, with or without an idea. Teams will be formed on-site to encourage diversity of backgrounds and complementary skills, creating the ideal environment for innovation.

During the Sprint, participants will identify a real problem, develop a compelling value proposition, build an initial prototype or mock-up, defi ne a business model, and prepare a fi nal pitch. At the end of the event, each team will present its project to a professional jury composed of entrepreneurs and innovation leaders.

Why participate?

• Develop entrepreneurial and innovation skills in a hands-on environment
• Collaborate with students from diff erent universities and disciplines
• Receive personalized coaching from experienced mentors
• Expand your professional network
• Pitch your project to a panel of experts
• Compete for cash prizes of up to CHF 3,000

• Dates: October 2–3, 2026
• Location: EHL Campus, Lausanne
• Open to: Students from all schools and universities in Switzerland
• Participation fee: CHF 100 (includes all meals, snacks, drinks, expert coaching, and the full Sprint experience)