Innosuisse Mentoring Program

Transform your idea into an innovation project — with the support of certified mentors. Mentoring is free of charge and gives you access to expert guidance, strategic feedback, and powerful networks in food, science, and investment.

At Swiss Food Research, our two accredited Innosuisse Mentors help startups and SMEs refine their strategy, validate business models, and unlock collaboration opportunities.

Innosuisse Mentoring Program

Transform your idea into an innovation project — with the support of certified mentors. Mentoring is free of charge and gives you access to expert guidance, strategic feedback, and powerful networks in food, science, and investment.

At Swiss Food Research, our two accredited Innosuisse Mentors help startups and SMEs refine their strategy, validate business models, and unlock collaboration opportunities.

Peter Braun

With over 30 years of experience in food technology and the agri-food industry, Peter combines deep scientific expertise with strategic foresight and a broad professional network.

As former CEO of Swiss Food Research, he played a pivotal role in fostering cross-sector innovation and collaboration in the food ecosystem. Today, he serves as an expert on several advisory boards and supports multiple startups, actively bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and market-oriented solutions.

“Innovation leads to the land of opportunities — I am trained to be your travel guide on this journey.”

Peter Braun

With over 30 years of experience in food technology and the agri-food industry, Peter combines deep scientific expertise with strategic foresight and a broad professional network.

As former CEO of Swiss Food Research, he played a pivotal role in fostering cross-sector innovation and collaboration in the food ecosystem. Today, he serves as an expert on several advisory boards and supports multiple startups, actively bridging the gap between cutting-edge research and market-oriented solutions.

“Innovation leads to the land of opportunities — I am trained to be your travel guide on this journey.”

Leila Pamingle

Leila brings a rich background in product development, food innovation, and sustainability, with experience across international corporations, start-ups, and non-profits. Her work spans sustainable cities, food systems, and behavior change initiatives.

“I empower teams to co-create innovative solutions for a sustainable future.”

Leila Pamingle

Leila brings a rich background in product development, food innovation, and sustainability, with experience across international corporations, start-ups, and non-profits. Her work spans sustainable cities, food systems, and behavior change initiatives.

“I empower teams to co-create innovative solutions for a sustainable future.”