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MindMaze CEO Tej Tadi receives the EY Entrepreneur Of The Year 2016

31.10.2016 10:00, Lara Rossi

For the 19th year in a row, the awards for the Swiss Entrepreneur Of The Year were bestowed on October 28, 2016, in Lausanne. Tej Tadi heading MindMaze received the award in the category “Emerging Entrepreneur”. MindMaze is a 2010 Venture Kick startup. It took part in the venture leaders USA international program the same year.

Under the motto “chefs d’œuvre” (masterpiece), the gala event for the competitors was held in French-speaking Switzerland, at the Hotel Royal Savoy Lausanne, for the first time in the history of the Swiss Entrepreneur Of The Year competition. 

Tej Tadi, CEO of MindMaze: Ideally suited to realize the "next big thing"
The first product created by MindMaze is a therapeutic device for impairments of the nervous system. It uses brain research findings, stimulates the healing process with sophisticated artificial maneuvers, and supports neuro-rehabilitation directly after an impairment occurs. MindMaze devices for domestic use also make it possible to do training exercises at home. Play-based elements provide incentives to practice, ensuring that patients remain motivated in the face of treatments that are often lengthy. Edouard Pfister, representing the jury, said that “MindMaze has created a widely respected brand in its field after only four years in business. Its founder also deserves credit for this.” Tej Tadi impressed the jury with his clear focus, strong ambition and unshakable confidence. He is convinced that MindMaze will improve the world. “Tej Tadi is simply the ideal candidate for the Emerging Entrepreneur category,”" said Pfister. The jury’s opinion is shared by the international investor community, which already values the company at over USD 1 billion.