Global Leverage Award 2026
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Apply before 15 August 2026 for the Global Leverage Award 2026, a partnership between CorporateConnections Switzerland and EPFL, for startups and scaleups developing human-centered innovations across sectors including health & longevity, future of work, education & neurodiversity, inclusion & accessibility, digital trust, and social connection, among others.
Projects are evaluated on real human impact, viability, and scalability rather than technical complexity. The winner receives a “Backbone Seat”: a full year of CorporateConnections® membership (valued at CHF 15,000), granting direct access to a network of more than 2,100 business leaders and owners across 33 countries — a potential accelerator for go-to-market validation, pilot partnerships, and co-investment opportunities.
How to apply: Candidates must complete the official application template (available in French or English) and submit it as a PDF via the online form. Only startups (pre-production or pre-commercialization stage) and scaleups meeting the official criteria will be validated for public voting.
⏰ Apply before 15 August 2026 | 🏆 Award Ceremony: 25 August 2026, 5 P.M. | ➡️ Apply Here