Maurice Gaillard

Startup Program Leader - EPFL

Maurice is a startup program leader at EPFL, where he manages Blaze—its accelerator supporting early-stage student and lab ventures with coaching and strategic guidance to validate markets and prepare for growth—and leads international programs that connect Swiss startups with global innovation ecosystems. With over a decade of global experience and an MBA, he specializes in impact-driven investment, early-stage financing, and ecosystem building. Passionate about empowering young entrepreneurs, Maurice helps shape resilient ventures and drive innovation across sectors.