Ask me anything: Meet the founders
USI Startup Centre
Date: 11 November 2026 / 17:30 - 20:30
Room C2.09, USI Startup Centre, second floor, Sector C, East Campus USI/SUPSI
What does it really take to turn an idea into a startup? Meet five founders, all Innosuisse Business Concept alumni, learn from their experiences and ask your questions. You can also apply for a Founder Office Hour: a one-to-one mentoring opportunity to receive personalised advice on your idea or startup project.
Meet the founders
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Nicola Scarinzi, CEO & Co-Founder, DEC Energy
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Manuel Bonù, COO & Co-Founder, DEC Energy
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Concetta Guerra, Co-Founder, MethylX
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Fabio Amicarelli, Co-Founder & CEO, Foldcast
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Dario Mantegazza, CEO & Founder, Flycatcher
Whether you are curious about entrepreneurship or already developing an idea, the event offers an opportunity to connect with founders and gain practical insights into the challenges and opportunities of building a startup.
Participants will also be able to apply for a Founder Office Hour: a dedicated two-hour, one-to-one mentoring session with one of the founders. Selected applicants will receive personalised feedback and practical advice on their entrepreneurial idea or startup project. Applications will open after the event via a QR code.
Programme
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17:30 – Welcome and introduction. Discover the evening’s format and the Innosuisse Entrepreneurship Training programmes.
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17:40 – Founder Talks. Meet five founders and hear about their startups, challenges and lessons learnt.
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18:20 – Ask Me Anything Sessions. Ask questions and exchange ideas in small groups, rotating between four tables every 15 minutes.
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19:20 – Founder Office Hours. Learn how to apply for a two-hour, one-to-one mentoring session for personalised feedback on your idea.
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19:30 – Networking apéro & DJ set. Connect with founders and fellow participants over an apéro and live DJ music. Scan the QR code to apply for a Founder Office Hour.
Secure your spot and register here: https://www.events-startup.usi.ch/m2.4-ask-me-anything
The implementation of the Innosuisse entrepreneurship training programme in Ticino is coordinated by USI Startup Centre in collaboration with SUPSI.