Annual Kickoff Luncheon

Annual Kickoff Luncheon

Saturday, September 5

12:00–3:00 PM
Hotel Du Pont – Grand Meriansaal Ballroom, Basel

Kick off the new AWC season with an afternoon of good food, great conversation, and an inspiring speaker!

We're delighted to welcome Dr. Srishti Gupta, CEO of NovaBridge Biosciences, physician, and global leader in health and biopharmaceutical innovation. With more than 20 years of experience spanning medicine, healthcare strategy, and global health—and leadership roles with organizations including McKinsey, the American Swiss Foundation, Partners in Health, and the International Vaccines Institute—Dr. Gupta brings a fascinating perspective on science, healthcare, leadership, and making an impact.

Tickets

Members:  75CH

Non-members/Guests: 95CH

Gift Basket Raffle — Fun for You, Support for an Important Cause

Our raffle baskets are bursting with generosity from AWC members and Basel businesses, with prizes ranging from spa treatments and yoga to wine, books, cultural experiences, sports and much more.

100% of raffle proceeds will benefit Fachstelle Zwangsheirat, Switzerland's national center working to prevent forced marriage and support those affected. Through confidential counseling, professional training, outreach and education, Fachstelle Zwangsheirat helps people facing forced marriage or coercive relationships reclaim their right to choose who—and whether—they marry.

Your raffle ticket can make a real difference.

️5 tickets CHF 30 | 10 tickets CHF 50 | 20 tickets CHF 70

Can't attend the luncheon? You can still enter the raffle! Your tickets will be distributed across the baskets, so you can support this important cause and be in the running even if you can't join us.

Luncheon Menu

Mixed Leaf Salad

Corn-fed Chicken Breast with Rosemary Potatoes & Ratatouille

or

Saffron Risotto with Stuffed Courgette Flowers and Ricotta

Chocolate Mouse

Apero, water and coffee is included.

Wine and other drinks can be ordered and paid for individually.

Reservation and cancellation deadline is August 27th, 2026.