Webinar: Breaking the FOAK Barrier: How Startups Finance Capital-Intensive Innovation

The Sunday hike for Zurich-based builders, founders, and operators. Hosted by Simon, builder and future founder, the Builders Hike series is about swapping the desk for a day in the mountains: long enough to get past small talk, easy enough that nobody is out of breath while doing it. The vibe: No summit to conquer, no pace to keep up with, nowhere we need to be in a hurry. Just a long, easy day in the mountains with good company and time to actually talk. Some of the best conversations and thoughts happen away from screens when contemplating life and staring at the beautiful Swiss mountains. The route: We are heading into the Schwyz pre-Alps: a traverse over the Ibergeregg to Holzegg, right at the foot of the Grosser Mythen, with wide views over Lake Lucerne and the Mythen most of the way. Roughly 14.5 km and 750 m of climbing on well-marked, well-cleared trails, nothing technical and no scrambling. Trail shoes or sturdy trainers and you are set. Full route on komoot. We leave the city by train (two connections and a postbus), spend the day up top, and roll back into Zurich HB in the early evening. A couple of mountain inns along the way from around km 9 if we feel like a stop, but plan to carry lunch so the day stays on nobody's schedule but ours. Meeting point: Zurich HB, platform 12, at 07:00. Our train leaves at 07:12 and will not wait, so come a few minutes early. We are back at Zurich HB likely sometime between 17:00 and 18:00. Don't buy your train ticket yet; we may have to grab a group ticket to reserve space on the postbus. ⚠️ Important: Bring water, snacks, layers for the weather up high, and proper sun protection (Sonnencreme nicht vergessen, the sun is no joke up there). If you're daring, leave your phone and all other tech behind.

Practice makes progress. Speaking Lab is a supportive space for anyone who wants to become more confident speaking in front of others. Whether it's a pitch, a presentation, a talk or simply introducing yourself, bring whatever you'd like to practise and present it in a welcoming and encouraging environment. Speaking Lab is not a public speaking course. The focus is on practising, receiving constructive feedback and learning from one another. Short practical tips complement each session and help you prepare for your next speaking opportunity. The format is open to all Impact Hub community members, regardless of experience or professional background. All languages are welcome. Up to six presentation slots are available each session. If you'd like to present, please register in advance at mail@anjaeicher.ch . Community members who prefer not to present are warmly invited to join as listeners and contribute to the feedback.

Travelling is an important need for many people, particularly for those with family, relatives, or close friends abroad. While travelling can have negative impacts on other people and the environment, it can also help fulfil important human needs. Register now and share your perspective on holidays and travel in this interactive workshop and contribute to a research project on the importance of travel in our society. Participants with family abroad are particularly welcome. What to expect: An open discussion in a small group (approximately 6-8 participants) with stimulating inputs. Free drinks and snacks will be provided. The workshop will be held in English. Before and after the workshop, you will receive a short online questionnaire. The workshop is part of a research project from the University of Munich. You can find further information about the study under: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1a6sANAx2AxD5ce0rVAy2gb1no61Di75p/view?usp=drive_link

CAREER COWORKING ☕ How can you use your career, studies, or skills to make a bigger positive difference? Join us for a relaxed coworking session to explore career ideas, work on your own projects, and connect with people interested in impactful careers. Whether you are a student, researcher, professional, or simply curious, everyone is welcome. You can use the time to: explore career paths think about skills to develop research organisations, internships or job opportunities improve your CV or LinkedIn profile work on an application reflect on how your studies, work, or interests could contribute to positive change No prior knowledge or experience is needed — just bring your curiosity and something you'd like to work on. We'll provide a relaxed space, drinks and snacks. Come for an hour or stay for the whole session. Bring your laptop and anything you'd like to work on. 📍 Unimail, room (M4050) 🕐 Every month starting on September 21 Organised by EA UniGE.