The CEE Swiss IT-Solutions & Talent Summit 2025 is the leading Swiss–CEE platform for cross-border collaboration in digital innovation. Designed as a high-impact, non-profit event, the Summit brings together top tech leaders, innovators, and companies from Switzerland and 17 CEE countries, with a focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI), Cybersecurity and Data Science. These core areas are complemented by key verticals: Manufacturing, MedTech, FinTech, and Blockchain.

Organized by the Chamber of Commerce Switzerland–Central Europe (SEC) in partnership with the ZHAW School of Management and Law, Mindit, and supported by the Greater Zurich Area, the event offers a curated blend of thought leadership, hands-on matchmaking, and solution-driven collaboration.

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Why This Summit Matters

According to the Swiss Skills Shortage Index 2024, Switzerland faces a shortage of over 40,000 IT professionals by 2030. Despite productivity gains through automation, the demand in areas such as Cybersecurity, AI, and Data Scienceis growing rapidly.

This Summit creates a trusted, high-level platform to access top-tier tech talent from CEE, identify innovative, scalable digital solution, build long-term partnerships for business succes, and strengthen Switzerland’s role as a global innovation hub.

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Program Highlights

Keynotes by international leaders

• Expert panels and vertical sessions

• B2B Matchmaking – 18 rounds of curated one-on-one 15
  minmeetings – you choose who you talk to

• Swiss Business Insider Sessions – practical knowledge on entering the Swiss market

• Networking Lunch & Evening Apéro by GZA

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Who Should Attend?

– For Swiss Companies

• Direct access to top CEE tech providers and IT talent

• Scalable AI, Cybersecurity & Data Science solutions tailored to industry needs

• Strategic know-how to boost innovation and competitiveness

– For CEE IT Providers

• Gateway to the Swiss innovation ecosystem

• Meet Swiss corporates, SMEs, and associations directly

• Learn how to do business in Switzerland via “Swiss Business Insider” sessions

– For All Participants

• Inspiration from global thought leaders

• Targeted networking in B2B meetings and informal settings

• New business, talent, and innovation opportunities

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Tickets & Participation Fees

– For Swiss Participants

• Standard Ticket: CHF 190.–

• SEC & Partner Member Ticket: CHF 100.–

• Startups / Scale-ups: Limited free tickets available upon application

– For CEE IT Companies

• Standard Participation Fee: CHF 1,000.–

• SEC Members or New Member Discount: CHF 850.–

• Additional Representative: CHF 150.–