AWARDS 2023
HI-TECH ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
DR. ELENA GROSS
FOUNDER KETOSWISS
Fuel for the brain. KetoSwiss is a Swiss Life Science company developing novel, very tolerable migraine products in the form of medical foods which improve brain energetics (“MigraKet”). The lead product’s active substance is an endogenous metabolite – a ketone body, which can be used by the brain as an alternative fuel to glucose when glucose utilization or transport is compromised. In later stages of development, the portfolio can be extended to other neurological and psychiatric diseases characterized by metabolic dysfunction, such as Alzheimer’s Disease (AD).
BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
MARY D'ARCY BAGULEY
CO-FOUNDER CTC RESOURCING SOLUTIONS AG
The Life Science Career Network – specialised industry experts who can help companies source the best talent and provide reliable HR and consulting services, support varied candidates in finding promising career opportunities and offer the latest in skill development training programes.
ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
Eylem demir sentürk
FOUNDER Women on stage
The Vision of Women on Stage is to increase the number of women and female leaders in the Swiss labor market, to close the gender gap, decrease the unemployment rate and promotion of sustained economic growth. Women on Stage offers a unique program to young academicians, women having a career break, expats and women in business within the canton BS&BL to be coached and matched with top leaders in the Life Science Industry to help these female talents to advance in their career, and negotiate a salary which is line with their market value. During regular Networking Events, Women on Stage brings
female talents and experts within the Life Science Industry together to address and overcome the challenges women face in Switzerland.
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HIGH-TECH ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
The High-Tech Entrepreneur of the Year award recognizes a founder who has made significant contributions in the development of cutting-edge technologies to create innovative products or services that have a significant impact on society. This award honors the dedication, perseverance and achievements of founders who have demonstrated entrepreneurial skills, leadership, and vision in launching tech-driven ventures, positioning them as role models and inspiration for future generations.
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BUSINESS ENTREPRENEUR OF THE YEAR
The Business Entrepreneur of the Year award recognizes a founder with remarkable achievements in the broader business landscape. This category celebrates entrepreneurs who have demonstrated outstanding leadership, strategic thinking, innovative approaches to launch and grow their businesses across various industries, creating jobs and contributing to the economic growth and development of their communities. This award honors the role of business founders as inspiration for aspiring entrepreneurs in diverse industries.
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ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR
The Advocate of the Year recognizes a remarkable individual, initiative or organisation showing outstanding commitment and dedication to advocating for gender equality and empowerment of women in female intra- and entrepreneurship. This award honors their significant contributions as a catalyst for change to promote equal opportunities for women* in the innovation ecosystem.
