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Breathtaking Mountain Setting
2,340 m, gondola rides, ski slopes and mountain huts - a stage no conference hall can offer.
SKInnovation 2027
Networking at
SKInnovation
2,340 m up in the Tyrolean Alps, everyone is on first-name terms and in ski boots. That is where serious business meets fun environment - and where real connections happen faster than in any conference hall.
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- Meters above sea level
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- Goal: real connections
Why it works
A stage that lowers the guard
At SKInnovation, the mountain does half the work. Every format, every session and every activity is designed to make it easier and deeper to connect - from the first gondola ride to the last Sundowner drink.
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Networking on Eye Level
Everyone on first-name terms, everyone on the mountain, everyone in ski boots.
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Serious Business, Fun Environment
Real business happens in an atmosphere where connections form naturally - not forced.
The Formats
Six ways to connect
Dedicated networking formats woven through the two-and-a-half day programme. Pick what fits - each one is a full connection format on its own.
1-on-1 Meetings
Screen the full attendee list and book dedicated speed-networking slots. Meet exactly the right people.
Curated Lunches and Dinners
Curated tables for lunch and dinner - small groups, real conversations, and the easiest way to connect with people who share your challenge.
Gondola Networking & Snow Captains
Chairlift chats, Snow Captain-led ski groups, and the legendary Ski Lift Pitch - networking on the move.
Networking + Booth Area
A central networking hub with startup booths, partners and spontaneous encounters between sessions.
Sundowner & Après-Ski
Hoadl Sundowner on the terrace, valley-side Après-Ski - evenings that turn contacts into friends.
Interactive Stages and Workshops
Keynotes, workshops, Ski-Hut Talks and panels - designed as conversation starters, not lectures.
Activities & Experiences
Shared moments open doors
Nothing breaks the ice like actually being on ice. The programme adds a layer of shared experiences that create the kind of conversations no stage can produce.
Yoga at 2,300 m
Sunrise yoga on the mountain - the calmest way to start a conference day.
Ski Technique Training
Coached sessions for all levels. Learn something new, meet someone new.
Scavenger Hunt
A playful team hunt across the mountain - guaranteed conversation starter.
Ski Tour
Guided ski tour off the beaten track - deep conversations, deep snow.
Snowshoe Experience
For everyone who prefers a slower pace - and time to really talk.
Ski Race & Group Skiing
Friendly race, mixed groups - the mountain becomes the meeting room.
Examples from past editions - the 2027 programme is announced closer to the event.
How it all comes together
Out of Office. Into Business.
Real Connections. Real Deals.
Everything moves faster and feels less personal: AI writes the first message, algorithms decide who you meet next. Real connection has quietly become the exception. That's exactly why the time spent in the gondola, a shared lunch, and skiing down the mountain together matter more than ever. In this unique setting, trust gets built in a way no meeting room or exhibition stand ever pulls off. SKInnovation is where real people have real conversations - and real deals follow. The one thing you can't automate.
The proof is on the slopes
Jan Gutknecht
Director SAP for Startups
„SKInnovation truly stands out as an event, bringing together startup founders, investors, and ecosystem professionals from all over Europe. The pleasant atmosphere in the alps guarantees meaningful, even spontaneous, connections throughout the entire event. The ideal target group positioning 'SAP for Startups'-services'.“
Michael Brehm
Founder Redstone VC & former CEO StudiVZ
„Top-notch participants, inspiring talks, and a unique atmosphere - I'll definitely be back at SKInnovation! As a Partner VC, we appreciated the relaxed setting that made meaningful networking easy. We met promising startups and formed connections that go beyond the event.“
Tickets 2027
Secure yourself a spot
Be part of the startup conference on skis. Every ticket includes access to all networking formats, curated lunches, stages and evening events.
Still unsure?
Contact us
Questions about the networking formats, schedules or how to make the most of your time? We are happy to help.