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1 Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Economic Promotion Alain Herzog / EPFL support organisations setting up, establishing and developing businesses

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3 Contents 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Vaud Economic Development Agency (DEV) Regional Economic Development Associations Vaud.ch, the portal promoting the canton of Vaud SME & start-up breakfasts 6 2. Financing institutions Financial incentives of the Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Connecting investors and businesses Seed capital and development capital Microcredit Loan guarantees Technology transfer and collaboration with research institutions Technology transfer Collaboration with research institutions for R&D projects Infrastructure, sites and premises Sites and premises Technology parks and incubators Export, internationalisation, promotion of industries and technologies Export support Promotion of industries and technologies Online information for SMEs and start-ups Professional associations and groupings Starting a business Image promotion and foreign investments Transfer of companies Export, internationalisation and promotion of industries Financing, seed capital and venture capital Bank financing and financial guarantees Taxation of enterprises Intellectual property European research programmes Sites and premises Economic information and business directories Labour market Social welfare and pensions Notes Advice, coaching and training Coaching Support and advice Training 29

4 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud 2 Alain Herzog / EPFL The economic promotion of the canton of Vaud is here to help the business community in any and every project to set up, develop or establish an enterprise. Globally, the economic promotion aims to : provide initial information for people looking to set up their own business, facilitate the establishment of foreign enterprises in the canton, provide information on processes involving the public administration, guide enterprises searching for sites and premises, direct towards public and private financing and advisory organisations, make available financial assistance for starting up, establishing and developing enterprises, and promote the image of the canton in the business community in Switzerland and abroad. It brings together the following three major players : 1. The Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) 2. The Vaud Economic Development Agency (DEV) 3. The regional economic development associations These players rely on a network of partners offering services in various fields including : raising financing, technology transfer, innovation, sites and premises, advice and coaching, export, internationalisation and industrial promotion.

5 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) The Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) has been tasked with providing support to start-ups and SMEs in the canton of Vaud, focusing on those operating in industry, production-related services and leading-edge technologies. SELT actively supports the initiators of private and public projects with its involvement and the financial incentives and advice it provides. SELT also acts as a first point of contact for business people looking for help in their dealings with the cantonal administration. Finally, SELT directs entrepreneurs with specific interests towards organisations capable of meeting their needs (advice, financing, technical support, and so on). 1.2 Vaud Economic Development Agency (DEV) DEV is the Foreign Direct Investment Agency tasked by the Department of Economy of the State of Vaud with supporting foreign enterprises become established in the canton. The services provided by the DEV development agency are highly diverse, covering everything from finding facilities and sites to obtaining work permits, answering tax questions, connecting businesses and finding business partners. Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Economic Promotion Rue Caroline 11 CH-1014 Lausanne Phone : + 41 (0) Fax : + 41 (0) info.selt@vd.ch Internet : Vaud Economic Development Agency (DEV) World Trade Center Av. de Gratta-Paille 2 CH-1000 Lausanne 30 Phone : + 41 (0) Fax : + 41 (0) dev@dev.ch Internet :

6 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud Regional economic development associations The regional economic development associations are local platforms helping companies settle and thrive in the region. Their members are private players and the municipalities that provide most of their financing. There are a total of 11 regional economic development associations, each of which performs out its activities within a specific geographical area : These local structures provide information services, guidance, advice and support in the fields of economic promotion and the creation and development of enterprises. Their role is to assist business people in their dealings with the cantonal and municipal as well as to direct entrepreneurs with specific interests towards organisations capable of meeting their needs. The activities of the regional economic development associations are coordinated by the Vaud Economic Development Coordination Agency (CODEV) ADAEV Nyon 8 Region 7 ARCAM ADNV 9 2 ARGdV 1 Lausanne Region 11 COREB ARO PROMOVE ADPE 4 ARDA 1 Lausanne region Lausanne Région Phone : +41 (0) promo@lausanne-region.ch Internet : 2 Gros-de-Vaud region Association de la région du Gros-de-Vaud (ARGdV) Phone : +41 (0) region@gros-de-vaud.ch Internet : 3 Montreux-Vevey region Association pour la promotion économique de la région Montreux-Vevey (PROMOVE) Phone : +41 (0) info@promove.ch Internet : 4 Aigle (Chablais) region Association régionale pour le développement du district d Aigle (ARDA) Phone : +41 (0) arda@chablais.ch Internet :

7 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud 5 5 Pays-d Enhaut region Association pour le développement du Pays-d Enhaut (ADPE) Phone : +41 (0) adpe@pays-denhaut.ch Internet : 9 Northen Vaud region Association pour le Développement du Nord Vaudois (ADNV) Phone : +41 (0) contact@adnv.ch Internet : 6 Oron region Association Région Oron (ARO) Phone : +41 (0) info@region-oron.ch Internet : 7 Cossonay, Aubonne and Morges region Association de la Région Cossonay Aubonne Morges (ARCAM) Phone : +41 (0) info@region-cossonay.ch 8 Nyon region Conseil régional du district de Nyon Phone : +41 (0) info@nyonregion.ch Internet : 10 Vallée de Joux region Association pour le développement des activités économiques de la Vallée de Joux (ADAEV) Phone : +41 (0) adaev@valleedejoux.ch Internet : 11 Payerne, Moudon and Avenches region Communauté régionale de la Broye (COREB) Phone : +41 (0) info@coreb.ch Internet :

8 1. Economic promotion of the canton of Vaud Vaud.ch, the portal promoting the canton of Vaud Working in conjunction with the main partners promoting the economy and tourism in the canton of Vaud, the Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) has set up an internet portal that presents the canton, its principal assets (education, technology, business, lifestyle, health, sport) and services intended for enterprises in the process of creation, development or establishment as well as institutions and individuals wishing to establish themselves in the canton. Portal promoting the canton of Vaud : SME & start-up breakfasts SME and start-up breakfasts are organised by the Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) in conjunction with its partners of the economic promotion network. They are generally held once a month with a view to: Presenting topics of direct interest to SMEs and business start-ups (training, provision of content and advice) Publicising testimonials from companies with experience in the topic concerned Giving SMEs and start-ups the opportunity to ask questions of specialists in the field Promoting networking and discussions SME & start-up breakfasts :

9 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS 7 The economic promotion of the canton of Vaud is built around a network of partners. It collaborates closely with various organisations, the vast majority of which it supports financially. These organisations provide targeted services in the fields listed below.

10 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS Financial incentives of the Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) SELT seeks to actively support start-ups and SMEs in the canton of Vaud - specifically those active in the fields of industry, production-related services and leading-edge technologies - by means of the presence and financial incentives it offers. Innovation support Financial incentives Type of project supported Development of new products (feasibility studies, prototype development) Improvement or development of means of production (equipment, manufacturing processes) Obtaining certification (apart from ISO 9000) or homologation Acquiring intellectual property rights (patent filing) Training of the technical and scientific staff Commercialisation and internationalisation support Financial incentives Type of project supported Presence at an exhibition or business convention Market surveys and mandates for business opportunities Investment support Guarantees for bank loans (see page 14) Partial coverage of bank interest (financial incentive) Type of project supported Development of property, plant and equipment Large-scale R&D and innovation projects Development of a new product range or new activity generating investment in movable and fixed assets

11 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS 9 Investment support Tax holiday on income and capital Type of project supported New enterprises or companies being restructured (for max. up to 10 years at 100%) Furthermore, the Vaud Labour Office (www. vd.ch/emploi - currently in French only) has at its disposal other forms of financial support for business, including job-creation allowances and training allowances. 2.2 Connecting investors and businesses Capital Proximité +41 (0) contact@capitalproximite.ch To bring together investors and enterprises looking for finance, no matter which sector they operate in (connection platform). Provision of a database containing the standardised profiles of investors and businesses Presentation to investors of anonymous company profiles (anonymity is maintained until the point when investors and entrepreneurs wish to meet) Provision of a network of professional advisors who run financial organisations Accompanying the parties towards the finalisation of their relations... Platforms connecting investors and businesses (non exhaustive list) CTI - Invest: The Swiss Venture Platform: Private investor forum:

12 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS Seed capital and development capital Foundation for Technological Innovation (FIT) Regional development funds (non exhaustive list) Lausanne regional development fund : fondation pour l'innovation technologique +41 (0) cvci@cvci.ch To support the development of innovative technological projects carried out in collaboration with a university or research center in French-speaking Switzerland. Pays-d Enhaut regional development fund (FER) : Broye regional development fund : Northern Vaud regional development fund : Allocation of start-up loans without interest (SFr 100,000 a year, renewable no more than twice) Provision of a professional support team for leading edge technology companies Access to the FIT network of contacts

13 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS 11 Venture Kick Start-up awards (non exhaustive list) Strategis management prize : W.A. De Vigier Foundation prize : (0) info@venturekick.ch To finance the rapid development of commercial ideas stemming from research. Funds of SFr 10 million - Project financing in three selective stages up to an amount of SFr 130,000 over a period of nine months at most : 1st stage : structuring and design of the business idea (SFr 10,000) 2nd stage : development of the business plan (SFr 20,000) 3rd stage : design and methodical development of the business plan, then first commercial trials (SFr 100,000) Support and professional follow-up of the projects financed Venture prize : PERL trophy : «Coup de Pouce» and «Coup de Coeur» prize awarded by the Dr. René Liechti Foundation : Eco-conscience trophy : Altran Foundation prize : A list of entrepreneur prizes is also available at (currently in French, German and Italian only)

14 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS 12 Polytech Ventures Investment funds supporting Swiss / Vaud enterprises (non exhaustive list) Renaissance PME : Initiative Capital Romandie : ABTell Management fund : (0) info@polytechventures.ch To promote the creation and development of technology enterprises located in western Switzerland by providing funds. Investment fund of around SFr 15 million Average support of SFr 2 million for each project Active participation in the management of the enterprises financed Provision of an international network of high level industrial and commercial contacts Close collaboration up until the company becomes attractive for other investors (VC) or buyers Sandoz Foundation fund : Business angels & venture capital firms (non exhaustive list) VI Partners : Vinci Capital : Index Ventures : Jade Invest : Endeavour Capital : Novartis Venture Funds : Global Life Science Ventures : Business Angels Suisse (BAS) : StartAngels Network : Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association (SECA) : European Private Equity & Venture Capital Association (EVCA) :

15 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS Microcredit Microcrédit Solidaire Suisse +41 (0) (currently in French, German and Italian only) To assist people looking to start up a small enterprise based in Switzerland but who do not have access to bank loans for that purpose. Advice and assistance for projects aimed at starting up or reviving a small business Analysis of the projects presented by volunteer professional experts Financing in the form of microloans up to SFr 30,000, at preferential rates and with adapted terms of repayment Personal assistance, especially in the start-up phase, geared to the specific needs of all young businesses

16 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS Loan guarantees The Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) and the Loan guarantees Cooperative (CRC-PME) can provide financial guarantees for any enterprise. Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) SELT Economic Promotion CRC - PME Target group Industrial production-related businesses Industrial, craft or commercial enterprises Type of project Industrial projects requiring investment associated with the development of a new product, infrastructure or production facilities, and helping to create or preserve jobs. Any project involving business start-up, development, revival or succession (financing for machinery, plant, equipment, stock, working capital, etc). Conditions The guarantee relates to an investment loan granted by an establishment subject the Loi fédérale sur les banques et caisses d épargne. The funds themselves cover a fair portion of the project (at least 1/3). Submission of a business plan and account statements. The guarantee relates to a loan granted by a bank. The applicant must demonstrate managerial capacity. Submission of a business plan and account statements.

17 2. Financing INSTITUTIONS 15 Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Economic Promotion SELT CRC - PME amount The amount of the loan guarantee can be up to 50% of the loans granted, but no more than one third of the total cost of the investments. The loan guarantee can be granted for a maximum period of 10 years. It can normally amount to between SFr 500,000 and SFr 5,000,000. The loan guarantee can be for an amount of up to SFr 500,000. It can cover up to 100% of the bank loan. It is granted for a period of no more than 10 years, depending on the project. contact Office for Economic Affairs (SELT) Economic Promotion +41 (0) info.selt@vd.ch companies Loan guarantees Cooperative (Coopérative romande de cautionnement - PME) +41 (0) vd@crcpme.ch

18 3. Technology transfer and collaboration with research institutions Technology transfer HEIG-VD / Center for Engineering and Technology Transfer (CeTT) +41 (0) info@cett.ch To provide technical support to companies and manage cooperation projects between the Vaud University of Management and Engineering (HEIG-VD) and SMEs or public authorities. Technical support for SMEs and public authorities, accompanying them in their applied research innovation and development projects for new technologies; also methods and services (finance & controlling, marketing & communication, logistics, quality, etc) Provision of services (measuring, tests, prototyping, expertise, consulting, etc.) Protection, management and commercial exploitation of HEIG-VD intellectual property (patents, licences, technology and know-how transfer) Access to public funds to finance applied research projects Coaching (start-up) and contract assistance

19 3. Technology transfer and collaboration with research institutions 17 EPFL / Industrial Relations Office (SRI) CHUV-UNIL / Pactt Technology Transfer +41 (0) (0) pactt.info@chuv.ch To promote the transfer of technologies and innovations from the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology in Lausanne (EPFL) to industry. Devising strategies to commercially exploit the results of research Protection and management of EPFL intellectual property Negotiation of cooperation and technologytransfer agreements Encouraging the creation of start-ups (in conjunction with the Science Park Ecublens) To promote the transfer of technologies and innovations from Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and the University of Lausanne (UNIL) to industry. Management of the intellectual property of the Lausanne University Hospital (CHUV) and the University of Lausanne Drafting and management of contracts (research, licence, consulting, confidentiality agreements, etc.) Management of the portfolio of innovations available for partnership opportunities

20 3. Technology transfer and collaboration with research institutions Collaboration with research Institutions for R&D projects Vaud Association for the Promotion of Innovations and Technologies (AIT) Alliance - Industrial liaison programme linking enterprises and research institutions in western Switzerland +41 (0) info@ait-vd.ch (0) alliance@epfl.ch To promote collaboration between small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and the research institutes, and guide the SMEs in their strategy and innovation projects. Innovation projects and connecting SMEs with suitable partners in a skills network Assistance with project organisation and financing (optimisation of production processes and equipment, development of new products, etc.) The AIT is the Vaud branch of PLATINN, the network of business innovation coaches active throughout western Switzerland ( see page 27). To develop synergies and R&D projects between companies, universities and research centers in western Switzerland. Network of technical advisors who examine enterprises to identify needs and translate them into concrete projects Location of partners in university laboratories and research centers Dissemination of technical information and organisation of topical conferences European platform for technological cooperation: Enterprise Europe Network (

21 3. Technology transfer and collaboration with research institutions 19 CTI - Federal Innovation Promotion Agency +41 (0) info@kti-cti.ch Its promotional activities concentrate primarily on the following sectors: life sciences, engineering, micro and nanotechnologies, and materials sciences. Co-financing for R&D projects run jointly by enterprises and research institutions (up to 50% of the total cost of the project) Participation in international R&D programmes (mostly at the European level) with a view to facilitating access and participation for Swiss partners To encourage R&D projects initiated by enterprises and realised in collaboration with research institutions based in Switzerland. Alain Herzog / EPFL

22 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises 20 Y-parcs, Science and Technology Park of Yverdon-les-Bains 4.1 Sites and premises For a number of years, the canton of Vaud has actively pursued a policy of developing strategic sites. There are 19 such locations (also known as priority development sites) situated throughout the canton. These sites provide premises that are furnished, approved, and quick and easy for companies to occupy. If you require any information regarding these strategic sites or the availability of sites and premises in the canton of Vaud, you can contact the regional economic development associations (see page 4, The Vaud Economic Development Agency (DEV) also provides a database of available sites and premises for foreign companies wishing to establish themselves in the canton of Vaud ( Specialist websites for locating sites and premises (not exhaustive) Other useful sources of information Vaud property association : Vaud Federation of Entrepreneurs :

23 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises 21 canton OF vaud Location of the strategic sites (priority development sites), science and technology parks and incubators. 1. Strategic sites (priority development sites) 1 Nyon (centre), Gland, Vichy/Grens, Nyon, Signy Avenex, Eysins, Prangins 2 Rolle, Mont-sur-Rolle 3 Allaman, Aubonne, Etoy, St-Prex 4 Morges, Tolochenaz 5 Chavannes-près-Renens (sud), Ecublens, Lausanne (Bourdonnette), Denges, Echandens, Préverenges, St-Sulpice 6 Crissier, Lausanne (Malley), Renens (centre), Bussigny-près-Lausanne, Chavannes-près-Renens (nord), Villars-Ste-Croix 7 Lausanne (Vernand), Le-Mont-sur-Lausanne, Romanel-sur-Lausanne, Cheseaux, Epalinges 8 Vevey (centre), St-Légier-La-Chiésaz 9 Aigle, Bex, Noville, Ollon, Rennaz, Villeneuve, Roche 10 Aclens, Vufflens-la-Ville, Cossonay, Penthalaz, Penthaz 11 Eclépens, Daillens, La Sarraz 12 Chavornay, Orbe 13 Yverdon-les-Bains (centre), Yverdon-les-Bains (jonction sud), Montagny-près-Yverdon, Ste-Croix 14 Bonvillars, Champagne, Grandson, Onnens 15 Payerne, Corcelles-près-Payerne 16 Avenches 17 Moudon, Lucens, Granges-près-Marnand, Henniez, Seigneux 18 Vallorbe, L Abbaye, Le Chenit, Le Lieu 19 Palézieux A B C D E F G H 2. technology parks, and incubators PSE and Innovation Center (epfl) Ecublens (p. 22) Y-PARC - Yverdon (p. 22) BIOPôLE - Epalinges (p. 23) aeropôle - Payerne (p. 23) Microwelding Technology Center Ste-Croix (p. 24) Greentech Center - Orbe (p. 24) SwissMedia Centers - Electronic media centers Lausanne & Vevey (p. 25) ATELIERS DE la ville de RENENS Renens (p. 25)

24 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises technology parks And incubators Ecublens Science Park (PSE) - EPFL Y-Parc - Yverdon Science and Technology Park (PST) +41 (0) info@parc-scientifique.ch To make facilities available on the EPFL campus and provide services to companies operating in high-tech industries and looking to develop scientific cooperation or synergies with a university laboratory (EPFL, UNIL, CHUV, HES) within a period of 12 months. Provision of work infrastructure (workplaces, conference rooms, telephony, etc) Beneficial facility location (9,000sqm) close to the EPFL-UNIL campus Provision of services: support and advice on administrative processes, coaching and advice on company management and strategy, IT support, network of finance partners, etc. The coaches working on the PSE site are part of the PLATINN network of coaches (see page 27). +41 (0) yparcsa@y-parc.ch To make available sites and premises with a view to housing any company operating in leadingedge industries. Large range of evolving options for the creation of enterprises (fully equipped facilities, business centres, rental premises) Provision of an environment and skills promoting the development of new technologies in conjunction with the Vaud Universitiy of Management and Engineering (HEIG-VD) Administrative support (communal reception, telephone service, conference rooms, IT room) Logistical support (IT network, surveillance system, restaurant, free parking, etc.)

25 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises 23 Broye Aeropôle Biopôle +41 (0) To provide facilities immediately surrounding the Payerne airfield, intended to house high value added activities in the field of aeronautics. Technology and industrial park covering more than 400,000sqm, divided into two distinct areas of activity : sqm with direct access to the airstrip, reserved for enterprises involved in aviation and aeronautics and needing for an airstrip to test their equipment sqm without direct access to the tarmac, open to other industrial sectors and services with high value added Fully equipped sites (electricity, gas, fibre optic, running and waste water) Military and civil airfield, 2,900 metre runway, all services, instrument flying services, customs controls for persons and merchandise +41 (0) info@biopole.ch To make available facilities and premises on the Vennes site (Lausanne and Epalinges) with a view to housing high value added activities in the field of life sciences (biotechnologies and medical technologies) and international headquarters. More than 80,000sqm of flexible building space tailored to the needs of the tenant Options for renting laboratory facilities (from mid-2010) Reception, installation, upkeep and technical maintenance services Provision of conference facilities

26 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises 24 Orbe Greentech Center Sainte-Croix Microwelding Technology Center +41 (0) To provide facilities housing enterprises active in environmental technologies and renewable energy. Provision of infrastructure (offices, laboratories, conference rooms, industrial demonstration halls for pilot installations) Promotion of the site and companies located there: access to specialist networks (Eco- Net, international network of «Green Centers» - access to international business contacts (SESEC - Swiss Environmental Solutions for Emerging Countries - Access to databases containing information on complementary service providers, projects and market opportunities Option of participating in business consortiums in conjunction with the network set up by the Granit group ( +41 (0) technopole@sainte-croix.ch To provide facilities for companies active in the field of microwelding and related technologies, to promote contact between businesses and relevant institutions, and to run microwelding training courses. Provision of facilities at preferential conditions Provision of infrastructure (telephony, internet, conference room, cafeteria, etc) and a setting encouraging contact with other professionals Provision of R&D services and advice for businesses High quality training courses in the field of microwelding (diploma recognized both nationally and internationally)

27 4. Infrastructure, sites and premises 25 Ateliers de la Ville de Renens SwissMedia Centers - Electronic media centers +41 (0) yves.roulin@renens.ch To encourage the creation of businesses in the field of visual communications, graphic design, design and architecture by making available facilities and support structures located on the campus of the University of Art and Design Lausanne (ECAL). Facilities at preferential conditions (no security deposit, low prices, contracts without longterm commitments) Provision of infrastructure (telephony, internet, conference room, exhibition hall, cafeteria, etc) and a setting encouraging contact with other professionals Provision of services and advice for companies +41 (0) info@swissmedia.ch To support the creation and promotion of, and provide facilities for, companies operating in the fields of information and communication technologies and multimedia. Two business centers housing ICT businesses (Vevey and Lausanne) Provision of infrastructure (offices, conference rooms, etc) Advice and operational services for enterprises located in the business centers Training courses in new multimedia technologies Development of networks and creation of synergies between public institutions, enterprises, educational establishments and various companies active in this field National and international commercial promotion (involvement in European programmes, organisation of presences at trade fairs and business conventions)

28 5. Advice, coaching AND training Coaching Ecublens Science Park Foundation (PSE) - EPFL Genilem +41 (0) info@parc-scientifique.ch (0) info@genilem.ch To provide high-tech start-ups and SMEs with coaching services and strategic advice. Strategic company orientation Drafting of a business plan Commercial development Raising financing Negociation of contracts Mediation Free provision of facilities for independent high-tech entrepreneurs looking to commercially exploit innovations using university resources (EPFL, UNIL, HES, CHUV) The active coaches on the PSE site are members of the PLATINN network of coaches (see page 27). To support and advise start-ups in innovative fields. Initial (free) advice and personalized support for three years from selection, covering the commercial, financial and human aspects of the enterprise Without active support : project diagnostic and help in drawing up a business plan Provision of training courses in subjects like starting your own business and selling techniques Provision of tools for business start-ups : «entrepreneur chequebook» (specialist skills at preferential rates), guide to financing Communication and contact platform with the regional economic players

29 5. Advice, coaching AND training 27 PLATINN - Business innovation platform for western Switzerland Programme CTI - Start-up +41 (0) info@platinn.ch (0) info@ctistartup.ch To provide coaching and strategic consulting services to both start-ups and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) with a view to strengthening their system of innovation across the following four dimensions : business, organisation, cooperation and strategy. The CTI Start-up programme offers help from central government for creating and developing start-ups with potentially strong growth by providing entrepreneurs with a dedicated programme of support and coaching. Network of business coaches active across the whole western Switzerland Coaching strategy : boosting production capacity Coaching organisation : developing and enhancing the organisation, resources and processes Business coaching : developing business models Cooperation coaching : organising and implementing cooperation projects

30 5. Advice, coaching AND training support and advice Vaud Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CVCI) Centre Patronal +41 (0) To provide member-companies with services of assistance on their operations and complementing the services generally available on the market. Export assistance (ATA, proof of origin, Business Network Switzerland) Legal support and advice (company law, labour law, social insurance, contracts, taxation, work permits) Economy - economic information and statistics Social welfare funds (AVS/AI/APG/AC, child benefits) and professional pension schemes (2nd pillar) Commercial mediation and arbitration (the CVCI has drawn up its own internal and international conciliation and arbitration guidelines) SWISSFIRMS promotional portal ( Production of economic and legal publications covering business creation and management Provision of infrastructure (offices, meeting rooms, equipment) +41 (0) info@centrepatronal.ch To assist, inform and advise leaders in the private sector (company directors, professional groupings, associations). Social welfare funds (AVS/AI/APG/AC, child benefits) and professional pension schemes (2nd pillar) Interprofessional pension funds Legal support and advice (company law, labour law, social welfare, contracts, taxation, work permits) Telephone hotline and legal intelligence for all aspects of labour law Administrative functions (accounting, personnel) for professional groupings and associations Organisation of training courses ( Production of economic and legal publications covering business creation and management Assistance in setting up and managing a business Provision of infrastructure (offices, meeting rooms, equipment)

31 5. Advice, coaching AND training Training venturelab Swiss Foundation for Research in Microtechnology (FSRM) +41 (0) (currently in French, German and Italian only) To stimulate the creation of small businesses in Switzerland by offering practice-orientated training courses intended to sensitize students and promote start-ups with strong potential growth. Organisation of events aimed at sensitizing university students to entrepreneurial issues Organisation of various training courses for the most promising projects Communication of specific measures and concepts relating to the management of growth Provision of tools and knowledge bases for the creation of businesses Access to a national network of experts specialising in the creation of businesses +41 (0) fsrm@fsrm.ch To promote microtechnology and its applications. Continuing professional development and training courses in the field of microtechnology and precision engineering : around 150 practice-orientated courses (1-2 days) Design and organisation of bespoke courses In-house courses for companies Publication of educational CD-ROMs

32 5. Advice, coaching AND training 30 Alain Herzog / EPFL Useful addresses Business Creation Institute (ICE) : Executive MBA in Management of Technology (MoT) : Business School (IMD) : Management Training Center (continuing professional development) : Connecting the academic world and local companies for student placements and internships (Business2School) : Continuing professional development of the Vaud University of Management and Engineering (HEIG-VD) : SANU - Sustainable development training courses : (currently in French and German only)

33 6. Export, internationalisation, promotion of industries and technologies Export support OSEC - Business Network Switzerland 6.2 Promotion of industries and technologies Office for the Promotion of Industries and Technologies (OPI) +41 (0) info.lausanne@osec.ch To promote exports, foreign direct investment and Switzerland as a place to do business. Information and advice for enterprises to help them in their commercial development projects abroad Creation of networks of businesses, specialist service providers and public and private organisations throughout the world (Swiss Business Hubs) Organisation of Swiss pavilions at international trade fairs abroad +41 (0) admin@opi.ch To promote the development of the Lake Geneva region by developing and promoting industrial enterprises and new technologies. Internet portal for industry, directory of companies Logistical support for enterprises Organisation of conferences and seminars Setting up of shared stands at trade fairs in Switzerland and abroad Support for international marketing activities Establishing contacts with partners (business, technology)

34 6. Export, internationalisation, promotion of industries and technologies 32 BioAlps - Life Sciences Cluster of western Switzerland Micronarc - Micro-nanotech Cluster of western Switzerland +41 (0) contact@bioalps.org To promote enterprises and research institutions in western Switzerland active in the field of life sciences (biotechnologies and medical technologies). Organisation of company stands and presences at professional events in Switzerland and abroad Organisation of economic and scientific events in the region Establishing networks of enterprises, institutions and other partners Provision of a database of companies and institutions in western Switzerland +41 (0) info@micronarc.ch To promote enterprises and research institutions in western Switzerland active in the field of micro and nanotechnologies. Organisation of company stands and presences at professional events in Switzerland and abroad Organisation of economic and scientific events in the region Establishing networks of enterprises, institutions and other partners Provision of a database of companies and institutions in western Switzerland

35 6. Export, internationalisation, promotion of industries and technologies 33 AlpicT - Information and Communication Technologies Cluster of western Switzerland Useful addresses Swiss Biotech : Swiss Medtech : (0) info@alpict.ch To promote enterprises and research institutions in western Switzerland active in the field of information and communication technologies. Organisation of company stands and presences at professional events in Switzerland and abroad Organisation of economic and scientific events in the region Establishing networks of enterprises, institutions and other partners Provision of a database of companies and institutions in western Switzerland Medical Cluster : MicroTech Industry : Swiss Mechanical Industry Association : IT Industry Association of Western Switzerland : Energie-cluster : (currently in French and German only) Eco-net : (currently in German only) Directory of industrial subcontracting enterprises:

36 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups Professional associations and groupings CVCI - Vaud Chamber of Commerce and Industry Vaud Centre Patronal employers association Association of Vaud Banks Vaud SME and Start-up Association GIM-CH - Swiss Mechanical Industry Association GRPM - The Group of Defense and Security Equipment Manufacturers and Subcontractors of western Switzerland GRI - IT Industry Association of western Switzerland FVE - Federation of Vaud Entrepreneurs ANV - Association of Vaud Notaries USF - Swiss Fiduciary Association - Vaud Section Climate Cent Foundation Starting a business VENTURELAB - National portal for entrepreneurs and start-ups (currently in French, German and Italian only) SECO - National portal and online «office» for the creation of new enterprises (currently in French, German and Italian only) SECO - Information on national SME policy (currently available in French, German and Italian only) CVCI - General information on the website of the Vaud Chamber of Commerce and Industry BCV - General information on the website of BCV (under Portrait/Business lines/corporate banking) CTI START-UP - Federal support for starting up high-tech enterprises

37 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups 35 SWISSBUSINESS24 - Swiss marketplace (currently in French and German only) SMEs & Company founders Association Image promotion and foreign direct investments VAUD.CH - Portal promoting the canton of Vaud DEV - Foreign Direct Investment Agency tasked with supporting enterprises become established in the canton of Vaud LAKE GENEVA REGION - Platform promoting the Lake Geneva region OSEC - Business Network Switzerland Transfer of companies CVCI - Useful information and advice on the website of the Vaud Chamber of Commerce and Industry RELEVE PME - Communication platform dedicated to corporate succession and the transfer of companies CAPITAL PROXIMITE - Platform bringing together private investors and enterprises Export, internationalisation and promotion of industries ASRE - Swiss export risk insurance (currently available in French, German and Italian only) CVCI - Information on exporting OSEC - National organisation promoting export SWISS BUSINESS HUBS - Swiss business centers abroad (under FAST ACCESS/Countries & Swiss Business Hubs) OPI - Office for the Promotion of Industries and Technologies BIOALPS - Platform promoting life sciences in western Switzerland

38 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups 36 MICRONARC - Platform promoting micro and nanotechnologies in western Switzerland ALPICT - Platform promoting information and communication technologies in western Switzerland SWISSMEDIA Platform promoting multimedia technologies FinancING, seed capital and venture capital Guide to finance for business start-ups, edited by Genilem and SECO (currently in French and German only) CTI - R&D project financing from the Swiss Innovation Promotion Agency CTI START-UP - Assistance from the Swiss Confederation for high-tech start-ups POLYTECH VENTURES Seed capital FIT - Pre-seed capital for technology project promoters and start-ups VENTURE KICK - financing for technological start-up projects DÉFI GESTION SECA - Swiss Private Equity & Corporate Finance Association EVCA - European Private Equity & Venture Capital Association ASBAN - Association of Swiss Business Angels Networks BUSINESS ANGELS SUISSE RENAISSANCE PME - Swiss investment foundation (Vinci Capital) (currently in French and German only) Climate Cent Foundation - Financing for environmental projects

39 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups Bank financing and loan guarantees BCV - Tools and advice on the website of the cantonal bank (under Portrait/Business lines/corporate banking) CRC-PME Loan guarantees for the self-employed and SMEs SELT - Loan guarantees provided by the State of Vaud for industrial projects (under services/companies/ getting-started/financial-assistance-fromthe-canton-of-vaud) 7.8 Taxation of enterprises ACI - General information on the website of the cantonal tax administration SELT - Information on tax holiday options in the canton of Vaud (under services/companies/ getting-started/financial-assistance-fromthe-canton-of-vaud) AFC - General information on the website of the Swiss Federal Tax Administration (direct taxation, VAT, anticipatory tax, etc.) (currently in French, German and Italian only) 7.9 Intellectual property IPI - Swiss Federal Institute of Intellectual Property OMPI - World Intellectual Property Organization European research programmes EURESEARCH Information on EU research programmes EUREKA R&D programme for industrial enterprises Sites and premises The State of Vaud s economic development policies (priority development sites) CODEV - Information on facilities available for enterprises from the regional economic development associations

40 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups 38 DEV - Information on facilities available for foreign enterprises establishing in the canton of Vaud CVI - Vaud property association Economic information and business directories SECO - Economic situation (currently in French, German and Italian only) Conjoncture vaudoise : economic statistics and analyses Canton of Vaud commercial register Vaud business directory ZEFIX - Central index of commercial enterprises ARESO - Directory of business resources in western Switzerland RET - Directory of industrial subcontracting companies SOGC - Swiss Official Gazette of Commerce SWISSFIRMS Database of companies that are members of a Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry FSO - Federal Statistical Office (national statistics) SCRIS - Vaud cantonal statistical service economiesuisse - Umbrella organisation for Swiss businesses - documentation on important economic policy issues SIX Swiss Exchange - Information on the Swiss financial center

41 7. Online information for SMEs and start-ups Labour market SDE - Information and services from the Vaud Labour Office (support for hiring unemployment people, requests for residence permits and work permits, collective bargaining agreements and standard contracts, procedure in the event of mass redundancy, etc.) FOM Federal Office for Migration (only limited information available in English) 7.14 Social welfare and pensions OFAS - Information on social welfare in Switzerland and SME guide (only limited information available in English) SASH - Information on social welfare services in the canton of Vaud

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