Startup Events in Schlieren

An evening of dialogues and networking before China Connect Summit main conference Two of the world's most active ecosystems in AI and robotics — China and Europe — are moving at different speeds, with different instincts, toward different bets. China is scaling embodied AI and humanoid robotics at a pace and volume few markets can match. Europe is building differentiated, deep-tech approaches with a different relationship to capital, talent, and go-to-market. This evening isn't about pretending those differences don't exist — it's about treating them as the point. We're bringing founders, investors, and operators from both ecosystems into the same room, because the most interesting conversations happen at the friction: sparks on disagreements and differences, or synergies on capital, technology, or markets. This isn't a casual mixer. Attendance is reserved for individuals and companies aligned around a simple bar: proven technology, real deployments, and strong ambition to scale globally. 📢 Event Program 5:30 - 6:00 Arrival & Networking 6:00 - 6:05 Event Opening 6:05 - 6:15 Opening Keynote 6:15 - 6:30 Spotlight Intros with Chinese companies 6:30 - 7:00 Fireside chat: how to build a global companies 7:00 - 7:30 VC Panel: cross-border collaborations 7:30 - Drinks & Open Networking 👤 Who You'll Meet Chinese AI & robotics leaders with live demos European AI & robotics founders building for global markets VCs and institutional investors active in cross-border deals Family offices and allocators exploring the space 🎟️ Participation Open to China Connect Summit attendees and invited guests. Space is limited. Early RSVP encouraged. 🌏 About the Hosts Varen Partners is a specialized investment firm dedicated to navigating China's evolving investment landscape, investing directly in Chinese growth-stage companies and next-gen venture funds. Ellipsis is a Zurich based VC backing visionary teams building defensible AI solutions for the world's hardest problems. Episode 1 Vent