A hybrid, high-impact program for fintechs to activate the local ecosystems in London and Zurich, Europe’s leading financial hubs. Powered by USA Launching Pad.
Breaking into European markets takes more than a great product. It takes the right relationships, the right presence, and the right timing.
The USA to EU Launching Pad is a dual-city immersion program designed to give ambitious US fintechs structured access to London and Zurich – Europe’s two most important fintech hubs. You’ll validate your potential and build your go-to-market strategy, secure in-market meetings, and culminate your journey by attending Swiss FinTech Week 2026 (June 21–25), featuring the prestigious Point Zero Forum.
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Please note: Participation requires a program fee to be covered by the selected startups. Full details — including pricing — can be found in the FAQ Section.
Mid-May to Mid-July
Get structured, expert-guided access to both London and Zurich with dedicated program days plus protected time for your own curated meetings. Tuesday–Thursday for structured sessions; Monday and Friday for self-directed outreach.
Arrive with a mapped list of your top 30 target accounts (split across UK and Switzerland) and a methodical approach to securing the meetings that move your pipeline. We help you prioritize, prepare, and execute.
Your program culminates at Swiss FinTech Week (June 21–25), with access to the Week included (Point Zero Forum Access at reduced rate). Side events – breakfasts, dinners, and networking sessions – with exclusive networking opportunities for program participants.
Full 8-week dual-city program including London and Zurich structured days, account-based meeting support, Swiss FinTech Week integration, and side events.
€25,000
A focused market evaluation sprint, ideal for fintechs exploring European expansion before committing to full activation. Can be combined with Swiss FinTech Week attendance.
€8,000
With a working product and traction
Remote + onsite
With availability to travel
The Fintech Market Activation Program – London & Zurich is structured around three core pillars:
Understand the regulatory landscape, competitive dynamics, and customer expectations across the UK and Swiss markets. We help you identify where your product fits — and where to focus first.
Move beyond cold outreach. Through curated introductions and structured program days, you’ll build meaningful connections with potential clients, partners, banks, investors, and regulators across both cities.
Leave with more than insights. You’ll exit the program with an active pipeline, a mapped account list, and a clear path to commercial traction in Europe.
US-based fintech companies at growth stage looking to establish or accelerate their presence in European markets. We welcome all fintech verticals — not limited to banking-focused companies.
The program is dual-city: London (UK) and Zurich (Switzerland). Both are structured to maximize your time with the most relevant partners, investors, and potential clients.
Tuesday through Thursday are reserved for structured program days with curated sessions, panels, and introductions. Monday and Friday are protected for your own bilateral meetings.
Swiss FinTech Week (June 21–25, 2026) is Switzerland’s flagship fintech event, anchored by the Point Zero Forum. Program participants receive preferential access to side events organized by our team.
Yes. While we follow a structured format, the program is designed around your market entry goals. Cohort size is intentionally small to ensure quality over volume.
You leave with an activated network, a mapped account list with relationship history, and ongoing support from the Tenity ecosystem across Zurich and Singapore.
