Innovation centre expands its services
The Home of Innovation operated by Startup & Innovation Space AG wants to expand its office space and human resources. Among other things, there are plans to hire a start-up promoter. In addition, investors and start-ups are to be networked.
Startup & Innovation Space AG is expanding the offering of its start-up centre Home of Innovation. The plans include “more office space and co-working spaces, more training for founders and new access to investor funds”, Home of Innovation announced in a press release. The centre, which currently operates at three locations, is currently used by around 100 start-ups, innovative SMEs and co-workers as well as five Winterthur business associations. Home of Innovation has developed a strategy with five strategic themes for the expansion of Winterthur’s innovation ecosystem.
The aim is to acquire additional office space of at least 2,000 square metres in Winterthur. In addition to attracting existing companies, a second focus will be placed on start-ups. They are to be supported by the establishment of a project manager position to promote start-ups. In addition, Home of Innovation intends to strengthen its already successful Launch Control training and support programme. Last but not least, investors and start-ups are to be brought together as part of the Winti-Ventures initiative.
In preparation for the next phase of growth, Home of Innovation is also making changes to its management. Thomas Giger has been appointed Chairman of the Board of Directors, while Thomas Breitenmoser will head up operations as Head of Operations. Founder and initiator of Home of Innovation, Raphael Tobler, is stepping down as Chairman of the Board of Directors, but will remain with the start-up centre as Vice Chairman with a focus on Launch Control.