Polar Bear Pitching

Be part of the coolest
event in Switzerland

ABOUT THE EVENT

Inspired by the original from Finland, the Polar Bear Pitching Davos-Klosters gives startups the opportunity to pitch their business idea without a time limit. There’s just one condition: the pitch takes place in ice-cold water!

Next event: Winter 2026

Stay tuned!

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congratulations to the winner of polar Bear pitching davos-klosters 2025: swijin

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You weren't there? watch the recap video.

highlights

meet & greet

Meet the startup teams and investors in an unconventional way and network with them.

Food & beverage

Delicious food as well as hot and cold drinks will be available in the event area.

After Party

Hot beats will create a warm atmosphere after the show.

“As former competitive athletes, we love a good challenge. And that’s exactly what we got! The event in Klosters was a true highlight for us—not only because we secured first place and the trip to the finals in Oulu, but also because the atmosphere, the participating startups, and the attending investors provided us with valuable new connections.”

Chantal Schmelz – CFO & COO, Swijin AG

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Become a sponsor

Partnering with Polar Bear Pitching demonstrates your brand’s dedication to support and celebrate innovation in a fun and unconventional way!

Pitch your startup

Make valuable connections within Switzerland’s startup and investor community. Impress our jury with your pitch in ice-cold water and win CHF 1,000, along with a spot at the main event in Oulu (Finland) on the international stage, including flight and hotel.

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Event-Location

Destination partner

contact

Marc Kunz

Sponsoring / Event
marc@kunz.ch

Julia Hatt

Marketing
juliahatt@hotmail.com

Basil Rüedi

Sponsoring / Participants
basil.rueedi@outlook.com