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ITA Market Access – Digital Health / Life Sciences
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A 5-week hybrid program built for life science scale-ups ready to expand from Italy to Switzerland.
Bridging Italy and Switzerland
The Future of Healthcare
The ITA Market Access Program is designed to give Italian digital health and life sciences scale-ups direct digital health market access in Switzerland. This program is part of the Global Startup Program, an initiative by the Italian Trade Agency (ITA) and powered by Tenity and the digital health center bülach (DHC).
A high-touch market access program helping Italian digital health and life sciences scale-ups secure strategic partnerships, hospital access, investor introductions, and commercial opportunities in Switzerland. The program combines venture-grade selection, curated introductions, and on-site business development with Switzerland’s leading healthcare ecosystem.
Through a tailored hybrid journey of workshops, curated introductions, hospital immersion days, and participation in flagship Swiss innovation events, selected startups gain direct access to leading hospitals, pharma companies, insurers, investors, and healthcare decision-makers. Designed for ambitious founders ready to scale internationally, the program transforms market expansion into real commercial traction and long-term growth opportunities.
Program Stages
Sourcing & Selection
Spring 2026
Program Readiness
August 2026
Market Packs (online)
September 2026
Market Access (on site)
October – November 2026
Flagship Events
– IFAS Expo
– Digital Health Demo Day
– Startup Nights
What the program offers
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High-Impact Market Readiness
Adapt your positioning for the Swiss market with tailored go-to-market support, buyer insights, outreach strategy, and pitch refinement.
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Exclusive Industry Exposure
Participate in Switzerland’s leading healthcare and startup events, including IFAS Expo, Digital Health Demo Day, and Startup Nights.
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Outcome-Driven Business Development
Generate meaningful traction through curated meetings, pilot discussions, investor connections, and commercial partnership opportunities.
Flagship Events
Through our partnerships, we offer a unique package to the startups giving them access to key events in Switzerland
IFAS Expo
October 20 – 22
Messe Zürich · 3 days
Switzerland’s largest healthcare trade exhibition. ITA startups showcase in the Startup & Innovation Park.
Digital Health Demo Day
October 2026
Zurich · Evening reception
150–200 key stakeholders. ITA startups introduced on stage to investors & industry peers.
Startups Night
November 5 – 6
Zurich · 2 days
Switzerland’s largest startup festival.
Program Partners
Are you a match for the program?
Series A+ Life Science or Digital Health Startup
Built for ambitious Italian scale-ups with validated solutions and clear international growth potential.
Ready for Swiss Market Expansion
Looking to enter Switzerland through strategic partnerships, healthcare clients, investor access, and commercial opportunities.
Committed to Business Development
Prepared to actively engage in workshops, curated meetings, industry events, and on-site market access activities in Switzerland.
Meet the Team
Start your journey in Switzerland
FAQs
What is the Market Access Italy to Switzerland Program?
A 5-week hybrid market access program helping Italian life sciences and digital health startups enter Switzerland through market readiness, business development, investor introductions, and curated healthcare ecosystem access.
Who can apply to the program?
The program is designed for Italian Series A+ life sciences, medtech, biotech, and digital health startups looking to expand into Switzerland, secure partnerships, and connect with healthcare stakeholders.
What does the program offer startups?
Startups receive market readiness support, Swiss buyer briefs, target account lists, outreach scripts, pitch adaptation, curated corporate meetings, hospital access, investor networking, and on-site business development support.
Which Swiss healthcare stakeholders can startups access?
Startups can connect with hospitals, pharma companies, insurers, healthcare providers, investors, public sector organizations, universities, and digital health experts across the Swiss healthcare ecosystem.
Which events are included in the program?
The program includes access to key Swiss events such as IFAS Expo, Digital Health Demo Day, and Startup Nights, giving startups visibility, networking opportunities, and direct market exposure.
What outcomes is the program designed to generate?
The program focuses on concrete outcomes such as client meetings, pilot opportunities, investor feedback, commercial partnerships, signed LOIs, and Swiss market validation.
Who runs the Market Access Italy to Switzerland Program?
The program is powered by Tenity and the Digital Health Center Bülach, combining Tenity’s venture and market access expertise with DHC’s Swiss healthcare network.