Startups.ch Blog

Your company, your path: inspiration, knowledge & success stories for founders in Switzerland. Here you will find tips, tools and insider knowledge to found your company carefree or take it to the next level!

Bootstrapping: What does it mean – and is it worth it?

Bootstrapping enables independence and market focus, but limits scaling speed. Cohaga used this foundation strategically for their first investor round in 2026.

Portrait: Isabel Bischof, Fabio Mätzler & Cohaga

Cohaga was founded in 2020 out of genuine market demand, grew for six years bootstrapped, and now counts over 2,000 clients. In 2026 came the first external investment.

From an idea to sustainable dental care: the story of how Kiyo was founded

Kiyo shows how a simple question can lead to the creation of a successful start-up. The key factors are consistent execution, a customer-focused approach and perseverance.

Tips for Startups & Entrepreneurs

From product development to growth strategy to AI opportunities: Cohaga gives practical recommendations for founders who want to build sustainably.

Quarterly report: new company formations in Switzerland (Q1 2026)

Q1 2026 shows strong and accelerating growth, with March as the key driver and solid regional contributions.

The path to funding

Cohaga secured a seven-figure investment after six years of bootstrapping – through cold outreach, a structured data room, and proven product-market fit.

“Doing is like wanting. Just more intense.” – How Youngpreneurs is shaping the next generation of entrepreneurs

From idea to prototype in eight months: How Youngpreneurs empowers young people to become the entrepreneurs of tomorrow.

Why physical touchpoints are becoming more important again in the digital age

It has never been so easy to be visible online. And it has never been so difficult to really stand out.

Setting up a PLC in Switzerland as a cross-border worker

Everything you need to know about setting up a PLC in Switzerland as a cross-border worker: minimum capital CHF 100,000, board of directors, director domiciled in Switzerland, steps and taxation.