Join the Leadinng to scale-up Program
Master the challenges of rapid growth. A dedicated program for entrepreneurs ready to transition from startup to scale-up in the Swiss ecosystem and beyond.
Master the challenges of rapid growth. A dedicated program for entrepreneurs ready to transition from startup to scale-up in the Swiss ecosystem and beyond.
According to Startup Genome, the "scaling gap" is the primary reason why many promising ventures stall. Transitioning from founder-led operations to professional management requires a shift in mindset and strategy.
Our program bridges this gap by providing actionable frameworks designed for the unique pressures of the scale-up phase.
We welcome Swiss and Europe-based entrepreneurs who are currently leading high-growth ventures.
"Ideally, your venture has secured at least CHF 1M in funding or is generating equivalent annual revenue."
Focused on the three critical pillars of successful scaling.
Identifying growth levers, market expansion strategies, and maintaining competitive advantage during rapid expansion.
Building robust processes, talent acquisition at scale, and evolving company culture as the team grows.
Transitioning from "doing" to "leading", delegating effectively, and managing complex stakeholder relationships.
Next edition
January – June 2027
Program Fee
CHF 9,900
Through our partnership with Innovaud, several scholarships are available for high-potential Vaud-based startups.
Apply for Scholarship
Jim Pulcrano, PhD
Jim Pulcrano is an Adjunct Professor at IMD and a leading voice in entrepreneurship and innovation. He has spent decades working with founders to scale their impact across the globe.
His approach combines academic rigor with practical, hands-on experience, ensuring that every session delivers immediate value to the participants' real-world business challenges.
"The program provided the exact frameworks we needed during our Series A transition. The peer networking in Lausanne is invaluable."
Olivier Gueniat
Co-founder, Saporo
"Leadership is often lonely at the top. This program gave me a circle of peers and mentors to navigate the scaling complexities."
Alizee Lombard
CEO, Visium
"Concrete, applicable, and perfectly timed. It's not just theory; it's a manual for scale-up success in Switzerland."
Ivan Jaccard
Founder, Swibeco
Leadinng graduates represent the next generation of Swiss economic drivers.
CHF 200M+
Funding Raised
550+
New Jobs Created
Take the next step in your entrepreneurial journey with a world-class network in Lausanne.
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