Webinar: Making the Best of the Worst: How Swiss Startups Can Succeed in the Shifting U.S. Market

This webinar aims to assist Swiss startups in their efforts to expand into the U.S. market, addressing the complexities of regulations, tax systems, and market conditions. Founders will receive practical guidance on navigating legal, tax, and operational challenges, along with insights from experienced entrepreneurs. The session will emphasize strategies for successful scaling and highlight common pitfalls to avoid during the expansion process.

Reasons to Attend

• Grasp U.S. Expansion Fundamentals
• Discover essential legal, tax, and operational requirements for entering the U.S. market.
• Gain Insights from Founders
• Learn from the experiences of Swiss startups that have successfully entered the U.S. market.
• Recognize Potential Challenges
• Understand common compliance and regulatory issues, along with strategies to address them.
• Create a Growth Strategy
• Formulate a plan to effectively structure and sustain growth in a challenging environment.

Topics Covered

• Establishing legal and operational frameworks in the U.S.
• Cross-border tax compliance and structuring
• Adapting to regulatory changes
• Experiences from founders with international expansion
• Effective scaling strategies for Swiss startups

Intended Participants

• Founders of Swiss startups
• Executives from startups planning U.S. expansion
• Entrepreneurs in technology, biotechnology, and innovation
• Stakeholders in the startup ecosystem supporting international growth

Networking Opportunities

Participants will have the chance to engage in live Q&A sessions and connect with experts and fellow entrepreneurs through the webinar chat. Access to resources from Swissnex and the Swiss Startup Association will provide ongoing support for U.S. expansion.

What to Anticipate

Duration and Format

1-hour live online session featuring expert presentations, insights from founders, and interactive Q&A.

Scale

Swiss founders and startup leaders from diverse sectors seeking insights into the U.S. market.

Notable Features

• Expert speakers from WR Immigration, MimiX Biotherapeutics, and Rödl & Partner USA
• Practical lessons focused on founder experiences
• Direct advice on compliance, legal setup, and market strategy

Speakers

• Naveen Rahman Bhora, Partner at WR Immigration (New York Office)
• Marc Thurner, CEO & Founder of MimiX Biotherapeutics
• Steven Ratmeyer, Partner at Rödl & Partner USA