Agire Foundation

Agire Foundation is the innovation agency of the Canton of Ticino, Switzerland, established to foster economic growth through technological innovation and entrepreneurship. The foundation manages the Tecnopolo Ticino network, offering specialized infrastructure and business support to startups and SMEs in high-tech sectors, including life sciences, medtech, and information technology. By facilitating technology transfer between academic institutions and industry, Agire serves as a central hub for the regional innovation ecosystem. It provides coaching, scouting, and networking services to help early-stage companies scale and access funding. The organization also promotes the region as a competitive location for international technology companies and research initiatives.