After six months of learning, the SIX IPO Academy 2026 concludes with a flagship Closing Event, bringing together participants, alumni, investors, and capital market experts for a day of insights, pitching, and networking.
The day begins with expert-led sessions on key topics such as ongoing obligations for listed companies, share register management, and share-based incentive plans. In the afternoon, the spotlight shifts to the investor journey. Following an investor panel, participants will put their learning into practice by presenting their companies during the final pitching sessions before a selected group of investors. Dedicated feedback sessions will provide valuable market insights and help participants further sharpen their equity story.
The event ends with a networking apéritif, offering a unique opportunity to connect with investors, alumni, partners, and fellow participants, and to expand valuable relationships within the IPO ecosystem.
When and Where
| Date | 20 October 2026 |
| Location | SIX ConventionPoint, Pfingstweidstrasse 110, 8005 Zurich |
Program
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09.30 – 10.15 |
Repetition Module - Ongoing Obligations |
Deirdre Ni Annrachain, NKF |
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10.15 – 11.00 |
Share Register |
Christian Wilk, Aequitech |
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11.00 – 11.15 |
Break |
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11.15 – 12.00 |
Share-based Incentives |
Andreas Berner, Optio Incentives |
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12.00 – 13.15 |
Lunch |
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| 13.15 – 13.20 | Opening Remarks Afternoon Session | Tomas Kindler, Global Head Exchanges, SIX |
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13.20 – 14.00 |
Panel with Investors |
Ken Wong, IFS Independent Financial Services moderated by Marcel Schmid, Swissbridge Advisory |
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14.00 – 15.00 |
Pitching Sessions Companies |
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15.00 – 15.30 |
Break |
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15.30 - 16.45 |
Speed Dating Sessions with Investors |
Ken Wong, IFS Independent Financial Services |
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16.45 – 17.00 |
Graduation and Closing |
Sascha Hilber, SIX Swiss Exchange Fabian Gerber, SIX Swiss Exchange Sarah Suter, SIX Swiss Exchange |
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17.00 - 19.00 |
Networking Apéro |
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