One day. One challenge. Your ideas, without limits.
On 26 November 2026, Friends of Bata brings Founders of Tomorrow to Geneva for a one-day entrepreneurship experience hosted at Geneva Business School.
Students and young professionals from different backgrounds will come together to think big, build business ideas, learn from experienced mentors and pitch their solutions — all in a single day.
The challenge? Dream Big. No budget limits. No ideas too ambitious.
You don't need a startup, a business plan or previous entrepreneurial experience. Just curiosity, an open mind and the willingness to give your ideas a shot.
REGISTER FOR FOUNDERS OF TOMORROW GENEVA
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, 26 November 2026
- Time: 09:30–17:00 CET
- Location: Geneva Business School, La Voie-Creuse 16, 1202 Geneva, Switzerland
- Language: English
- Participants: Students, young professionals and aspiring entrepreneurs
- Format: One-day entrepreneurship challenge, workshops, mentoring and final pitches
What Happens in One Day?
Founders of Tomorrow isn't another conference where you sit and listen.
You become the founder.
You'll meet people from different backgrounds, form a team and tackle a challenge together. With guidance from entrepreneurs and mentors, you'll turn an early idea into a concept worth pitching.
Throughout the day, you'll:
- Get inspired: Hear from founders and entrepreneurial leaders who have turned ideas into action.
- Build together: Meet your team, explore ideas and develop a business concept.
- Learn by doing: Join hands-on workshops and receive feedback from mentors.
- Pitch your idea: Present your team's solution and put your communication skills to the test.
- Grow your network: Connect with like-minded people from Geneva's international community.
The goal isn't to build a perfect business in a day. It's to discover what you can create when you stop waiting for the perfect moment to start.
Your Day at a Glance
09:30–11:30 | Inspire & Activate
Welcome, entrepreneurial inspiration, the day's challenge and team-building activities.
11:30–12:30 | Brunch & Team Formation
Meet fellow participants, exchange ideas and get ready to work together.
12:30–16:00 | Workshop: Build & Pitch
Hands-on activities, idea development, mentoring, teamwork and pitch preparation.
16:00–17:00 | Pitch, Closing & Community
Present your idea, receive feedback, celebrate the winning team and connect with the community.
And there's a prize: The winning team will receive flight tickets to Barcelona for the next Founders of Tomorrow edition, planned for March 2027.
Who Should Join?
University students. Young professionals. Curious minds. Future founders.
Whether you already have an idea or have never considered starting a business, Founders of Tomorrow is designed to help you explore entrepreneurship through real experience.
Different backgrounds. A shared ambition to create something.
No previous experience required.
Meet Our Geneva Partners
Bringing Founders of Tomorrow to Geneva is a collective effort, made possible by three institutions committed to empowering the next generation.
Geneva Business School — Our host institution, opening its Geneva campus for a full day of entrepreneurial learning, collaboration and pitching.
Geneva Graduate Institute | Executive Education — Bringing an international perspective shaped by expertise in global affairs and development.
Global Shapers – Geneva Hub — Connecting a network of young leaders committed to turning ideas into action and creating positive change.
Together, we're opening new doors for Geneva's emerging entrepreneurial community.
Ready to Take the Challenge?
One day can be enough to test an idea, find your team and discover what you're capable of building.
Join us in Geneva on 26 November.
REGISTER NOW – FOUNDERS OF TOMORROW GENEVA
Founders of Tomorrow is an entrepreneurship learning experience by Friends of Bata, connecting young people with the knowledge, networks and opportunities to turn ideas into action.
Not a competition. It's ignition!
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