Blaze

Powered by the EPFL Startup launchpad, Blaze supports students' startups with the potential for rapid deployment, based on a distinctive technology, and an aspiration for societal impact.

Maurice Gaillard
Program Manager

Ignite Your Entrepreneurial Journey and Build Powerful Networks

The three-month accelerator program is designed to forward leading student startups up to a successful market launch. We transform founders into leaders, projects into startups, and potential into flawless execution.

Blaze supports startups with the potential for rapid deployment, based on a distinctive technology, and an aspiration for societal impact.

Throughout the program, startups receive launch funding, dedicated coaching and access to an international network.

Through the intervention of industry partners, technology experts, and senior designers, EPFL TrailBlazers are offered all the tools they need for a successful market deployment, and with it, the potential to break market expectations.

The program takes place twice a year (in Spring and Autumn) and ends with an award ceremony!

What you get

A personalised support until launch, including expert coaching

Up to CHF 10,000 of non-dilutive funding

A wider network and access to a strong startup community

Blaze

Get more information about the program and application process