TEDxSchaan

Speakers

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• Deborah Benrós

  An architect and senior lecturer, Deborah explores how design can transcend trends and become a living expression of culture, resilience, and identity. She bridges the worlds of education, research, and real-world impact - demonstrating how architecture shapes not only our physical spaces, but also our sense of belonging. Her perspective reminds us that timeless design is not about permanence, but about purpose - creating spaces that uplift communities, inspire reflection, and connect people through shared experience.

• Doris Büchel

  An author and storyteller, Doris shares deeply moving reflections on life, loss, and the fleeting nature of time. Her latest book, Wie lange ist nie mehr, explores love, grief, and the enduring power of memory - inviting us to consider how confronting mortality can profoundly transform the way we live. With a rare blend of honesty and hope, Doris encourages us to rethink time by embracing impermanence - to value the present more deeply, cherish human connection, and recognize the quiet beauty within life’s fragility.

• Dunja Santner

  Dunja brings a clear and practical perspective to one of today’s biggest challenges: not how we manage time - but how we decide what deserves it. Having worked in fast-moving startup environments, she has seen how easy it is to move efficiently - without necessarily moving in the right direction. In her talk, she invites us to pause, rethink our decisions, and make sure we’re not just climbing fast and efficiently - but climbing the right mountain.

• Kay von Mérey

  Kay is a social entrepreneur and humanitarian leader with a pioneering vision that bridges humanitarianism, education, and youth engagement. As Co-Founder and President of the Circle of Young Humanitarians, created in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), she empowers the next generation to understand and embody humanitarian values - translating them into action across business, education, and civil society. By helping young people transform feelings of helplessness into meaningful impact, Kay demonstrates how hope and belief in humanity can become powerful forces for change. In her talk, she explores how hope invites us to rethink time - to slow down, reconnect with purpose and empathy, and refocus on what truly matters in a fast-moving world.

• Marco Büchel

  As one of Liechtenstein’s most recognized athletes, Marco knows what it means to challenge limits - both on and off the slopes. His story is one of perseverance, transformation, and rethinking how we measure success through time and experience. Get ready to be inspired by his journey and his perspective on what it truly means to rethink time.

• Peter Davida

  As Chief Information Security Officer at Frontify, Peter leads the digital security strategy for one of the world’s most innovative brand management platforms. With a rich background spanning both large institutions and fast-moving startups, he combines strategic vision with hands-on execution. Peter has a unique ability to make complex security concepts simple, human, and effective. He is on a mission to reshape how we see cybersecurity - not as restriction, but as freedom through clarity and simplicity.

• Philipp Zünd

  A designer, storyteller, and music enthusiast, Philipp is the founder of Coverstories - a creative venture where life, design, and craft come together to create meaningful experiences with lasting resonance. With a background from ArtCenter College of Design in California and years of experience leading creative organizations across disciplines, he bridges creativity and consciousness, combining design thinking with the power of words and analog expression. Philipp invites us to explore how design, technology, and analog craftsmanship can reshape our sense of time - revealing that when we create with purpose and presence, we foster meaningful change and leave traces that continue to resonate far beyond the moment.

• Zac Ryan

  A blend of two cultures and languages, Zac brings a unique perspective shaped by both American and German influences. As a creative mind with a deep passion for storytelling, he challenges the way we think about time and how we use it to build lives filled with meaning, creativity, and purpose. Through his authentic voice and modern perspective, Zac explores how we can use time more intentionally to create lives rooted in purpose rather than constant hustle. He encourages a new generation to redefine success, embrace balance, and find clarity in a world that never stops moving.