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Pitches & Potluck: Community Dinner

SEP24
Time to be announced · Europe / Zurich
Members onlyNetworking / Community

About this event

Some evenings nourish only the body. This evening nourishes both body and mind.

On September 24, we invite you to a very special members’ dinner — an event designed to spark dialogue and broaden horizons. We’re combining two forces that have always brought humanity together: powerful visions and the culture of shared meals.

The Program: Five-Minute Inspirational Talks & A Table Full of Cultures

1. The Forms of the Mind (5-Minute Elevator Pitch)

Before the plates are filled, the stage is yours — only if you’d like! You have a maximum of 5 minutes to succinctly convey what drives you — whether it’s an idea, your company, a social initiative, or an issue that urgently needs to be heard. An intellectual spark — brief, concise, and inspiring for everyone

Use this opportunity to find collaborators, attract clients, connect with like-minded peers, or simply step outside your comfort zone to sharpen your pitch skills in a warm, supportive space.

2. The World on Your Plate

For the dinner that follows, we invite you to bring a specialty that represents your background or culture. When culinary traditions come together, we share not only recipes but also perspectives, stories, and identity.

Not in the mood to cook? You are still very welcome to join! If needed, we’ll order a few pizzas (from Vito) so everyone stays fueled and ready for a great evening of networking.

Just a heads-up: We’re hoping all the delicious dishes everyone brings will be enough for the whole group. If we end up needing to order a bit of extra pizza to keep everyone happily fed, there might be a small contribution fee for that.

Date & Time: September 24 at 17:30
Location: Colab, the Big Galerie Table (1st floor)
Reserve your spot now!

We can’t wait to share your ideas, stories, and cultural flavors together!

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