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Female Founders Edition in Zurich: Money Talks - How Women Raise, Negotiate & Build Wealth Differently

Feel the startup groove

29. June 2026 18:00 - 21:00

Please join us for a very special edition of Startup Stories — celebrating female entrepreneurship and financial empowerment in the heart of Zurich!

Together with our partners, we invite all founders, entrepreneurs, and women in business to an inspiring evening dedicated to one of the most important — and least openly discussed — topics in entrepreneurship: money.

We are excited to welcome outstanding speakers who will share their personal experiences with fundraising, salary negotiation, and building financial independence on their own terms. They will dive deep into what it really takes to raise a round as a female founder, how to negotiate with confidence, and why financial literacy is one of the most powerful tools you can have as an entrepreneur. Expect honest stories, hard-earned lessons, and practical takeaways you can apply to your own path — starting now.

After the talks, stay with us for a relaxed networking apéro — a great opportunity to meet like-minded founders and professionals, exchange ideas, and grow your network in a warm and welcoming atmosphere.

We look forward to seeing you at Startup Stories: Female Founders Edition in Zurich and to celebrating the power of women in entrepreneurship together!

This event is organised by Startup Campus on behalf of Innosuisse, in cooperation with the Female Founders Initiative Switzerland and the Entrepreneurship & Diversity Programme of Impact Hub Zürich.

Désirée Dosch

Désirée Dosch is Owner and Managing Partner at Alvicus AG, where she develops bespoke growth and financing strategies at the intersection of entrepreneurship, investment and company building. As an active startup investor she supports scalable technology companies with strong business models, clear market potential and at least one female founder. Désirée serves on multiple boards, including Xlife Sciences AG, a publicly listed life sciences company. A sought-after public speaker, she regularly shares her expertise on entrepreneurship, investment, leadership and innovation — making her a strong voice for the next generation of growth companies and founders.

Evelyne Gely

Evelyne Gely is the CEO & Founder of WeEVE Finance Consulting GmbH, an independent financial advisory company created by women, for women. With more than 30 years of experience in international banking and finance, she is passionate about empowering women through financial literacy, confidence, and financial independence. Drawing on extensive expertise in wealth management, investment advisory, financial and pension planning, real estate financing, and family office services, she helps individuals and families make informed decisions to protect and grow their wealth. Evelyne is also an active member of the BPW Club Chur, reflecting her deep commitment to the advancement of women in business and professional life. Evelyne’s mission is to make financial knowledge accessible and actionable, contributing to a more inclusive and sustainable economy. As a respected financial expert and speaker, she regularly shares her insights on money, wealth creation, financial independence, and gender equality. She believes that financial literacy is a powerful catalyst for personal empowerment and long-term financial wellbeing, enabling individuals to shape their future with confidence.

Olga Miler

Olga Miler is on a mission to make finance human, inclusive, and empowering — especially for women. As Co-Founder of SmartPurse, a global fintech platform, she has helped thousands of women take control of their financial lives through accessible, technology-driven financial planning tools. With over 18 years of leadership at the intersection of finance, innovation, and impact, Olga brings a rare combination of corporate depth and entrepreneurial drive. At UBS, she co-created the Gender Equality ETF — a fund that grew to over US$1 billion — and led strategic initiatives targeting women and next-generation customers, delivering 30% growth. Her pan-European banking rebrand won Best Brand in Private Banking in 2020. A prolific voice on financial literacy, her blog Money Talks reached 1.2 million readers in Switzerland, proving that when finance is made accessible, people engage. She is consistently ranked among the Top 100 Most Influential Voices in Fintech on LinkedIn worldwide and has been featured in the Financial Times, Forbes, Sky News, and Swiss national television. Beyond building ventures, Olga serves as a Trustee of the Cherie Blair Foundation, advancing gender equity on a global scale.