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Maks Kiamos Shah

Head Data Design Authority

About me

Maks Kiamos Shah is a visionary tech strategist with 35+ years of leadership in AI, data, and digital transformation across sectors like agriculture, pharma, and biotech. A board advisor and speaker, she specializes in AI governance, data strategy, and IT risk, driving innovation, compliance, and efficiency in enterprise ecosystems.

Lisa Zimmermann

Data & AI Strategy Lead & Deputy Head

About me

I’m passionate about turning AI into real business impact. As Data & AI Strategy Lead & Deputy Head at PostFinance, I’ve led enterprise-wide AI strategies, managed a million-dollar portfolio, and built governance that balances innovation and control. With a global academic background and research in ambidexterity, I bridge tech and strategy to drive transformation.

Karsten Nordick

Head AI & Geo Analytics, Helvetia Insurance

About me

Karsten Nordick is Head of AI and Geo Analytics at Helvetia Insurance in Switzerland. With over seven years at Helvetia, he has held roles in data analysis and location intelligence, advancing to his current position in March 2023. Karsten leverages AI and geographic information systems (GIS) to drive innovation, improve customer insights, and optimize operations in the insurance sector. He holds a Bachelor’s in Geography from the University of Freiburg and a Master’s in Geoinformatics from Paris Lodron University of Salzburg.

Eva Angelopoulou

Senior Principal Analytics Specialist

About me

Eva is a technology sales professional with academic background on both Computer Science and Business Administration plus 18 years of professional experience in multiple IT companies (System Integrators, Client Organizations, and Cloud Providers). The second half of her career she had been focusing only on Data & AI technologies and helping customers adopt and benefit from their usage.

Dani Arnold

Extreme Alpinist

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Dani Arnold lives what others only dream of. With his passion for extreme mountaineering and extraordinary mental strength, he inspires people to question their usual thought patterns and explore new paths. In his talks, he takes the audience into the impressive world of the mountains - with powerful images and personal stories. It is about the courage to step into the unknown, about precision under extreme conditions, about failure and getting back up again - and always about personal growth. For Dani Arnold, the mountain is both a mirror and a touchstone. Those who face it not only encounter rock and ice, but above all themselves. For over 20 years, he has been searching for the most challenging routes in the most remote regions of the world: speed records on the Eiger, Matterhorn and Grandes Jorasses, first ascents in Patagonia, Pakistan and China, challenging mixed routes in Scotland. His drive always remains the same: living dreams, exploring limits - and never ceasing to be curious.

Philipp Klett

Head of Data Management Solutions

About me

Philipp and his team of senior experts have been responsible for the cantonal data market at the Canton of Basel-Stadt since 2023. Since 2024, he has been responsible for the development and operation of the cantonal data and AI platform and the ICT learner homebase. He particularly enjoys using his experience as a lecturer in data science and AI at DHBW Lörrach and 15 years in various roles in the data environment, including at Siemens AG and Messe Schweiz AG, as a translator and networker at the interface between services and technology.

Christina Schack

Head of Data Solutions

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Christina Schack is the Head of Data Solutions at Bank Vontobel AG. In this role she leads the data platform and data architecture development for the bank. Her team implements and operates centralized and cloud-based data platforms and provides data analytics, management, and governance services. Christina has been in the financial service industry for more than 20 years. Before joining Vontobel, she worked for various asset management companies such as GAM, Bank Julius Bär and Reuters/Refinitiv where she was responsible for the data management, reporting and data initiatives. In addition to the operational aspects, she also takes care of proper change management as a key factor for business progress and growth.

Corinne Ruckstuhl

Data & AI Product Manager

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Corinne is a Product Manager for Data & AI at SRF where she develops user-centric data and AI products, driving innovation in the media industry. With a Master’s degree in Business Innovation & Technology from the University of St. Gallen and AI studies at MIT, she leads the full product lifecycle—from discovery to delivery—ensuring impactful solutions. Passionate about shaping Switzerland’s tech landscape, she mentors, invests in startups, and advocates for diversity.

Anh Leimer

Data Visualization Expert

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With 10 years of diverse experience in Brand Management, Business Intelligence, and Data Visualization across Vietnam, Germany, and Switzerland, Anh developed a robust business acumen paired with strong technical skills. Through her "Accelerate Career with Power BI" Training Program, she has trained and mentored hundreds of young professionals, helping them enhance their data visualization skills for better career opportunities.

Tajana Stankovic

Analytics & AI Lead

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Tajana Stankovic leads global end-to-end data and analytics initiatives, shaping strategy to streamline processes, enhance operational efficiency, and drive measurable outcomes. With expertise in data management, analytics strategy, and AI-ready architectures, she is passionate about democratizing data, fostering innovation, and enabling data-driven decision-making. Tajana drives scalable analytics solutions and data products across diverse markets and functions, bringing in-depth expertise across industries and the financial sector.

Sébastien Stampfli

CIO, Board Member

About me

Sébastien has been Head of IT and Digital Transformation at the Swiss National Science Foundation (SNSF) since 2020. In this position, he is responsible for the operation and development of the systems used as well as the in-house development of the specialist application for carrying out the SNSF's core activities and the data platform. The SNSF aims to harness the potential of data for evidence-based decision-making and to increase data and analysis expertise. Previously, Sébastien led various transformation projects as CTO and CFO for a Swiss logistics service provider in East Africa.

Martin Meister

Product Owner Data Systems and Services

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Martin has been responsible for the Swiss National Science Foundation's (SNSF) enterprise-wide data platform since 2020 and leads various initiatives to modernize the data systems. Due to the size of the team, Martin takes on several roles. As PO, he is responsible for the development projects in various initiatives, while as architect and developer he actively participates in the sprints. He is enthusiastic about platforms such as Databricks and AI-supported development processes and is impressed by the efficiency gains in the development and provision of services that they make possible.

Raphael Bauhofer

Business Lead for HR and Organizational Development

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Raphael is Business Lead for HR and Organizational Development at Swiss Post, where he promotes the “data culture”. He has extensive experience in organizational development and change management as well as various certifications, for example as People Analytic Specialist, Digital HR Specialist, Agile Coaching and Scrum Master. Raphael speaks German, English and French.

Pascal Scherrer

Head Lakehouse Platform

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Pascal Scherrer is Head Lakehouse Platform at AXA Switzerland. In this role, he leads the development of a company-wide Lakehouse on the Google Cloud to support the data driven company strategy, taking into account the Data Mesh approach. Previously, he was responsible for setting up and developing the data & analytics infrastructure in various roles.

Sven Bracklo

Cloud Platform Engineer

About me

Sven Bracklo is a platform engineer and has been designing an analytical data platform for the entire SBB since 2022. His focus is on implementing data mesh principles using infrastructure as code. Together with his team, he currently manages over 150 data products from a wide range of specialist areas.

Lilian Haymann

Senior Business Analyst

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Lili specialises in bridging the gap between data experts and key business stakeholders. At Planted, she leads the Data Analytics team; building the company data mesh infrastructure and providing end-to-end analytics services across the business. Before Planted, Lili worked in the NGO sector and in e-Discovery at Deloitte. Lili holds an MSc in Ecological Economics from the University of Edinburgh.

Caroline Jacob

Release Train Engineer

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Caroline Jacob has been a Release Train Engineer since 2021 and is responsible for setting up the SBB Analytics Service as part of the agile transformation according to SAFe. She is driving forward an organizational design that supports the development of a data mesh architecture and thus promotes domain-oriented development of data products.

Irfan Yasar

Head of Data & Analytics

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Irfan Yasar leitet den Bereich Data & Analytics bei AMAG, wo er das Data & Analytics Team strategisch und operativ führt. Seit Oktober 2021 ist er verantwortlich für die Entwicklung und Pflege von Datensystemen, die Bereitstellung von Datenanalysen und Berichten, die Integration neuer Datenquellen sowie die Planung und Durchführung von Projekten. Nebenbei arbeitet er als externer Berater für KMUs und unterstützt beim Aufbau von Reporting, Controlling und fungiert als ad-interim CFO. Seine Karriere begann er in verschiedenen Projekt- und Managementrollen bei der Fritz Meyer Holding AG, wo er die Controlling- und Projektmanagementfunktionen aufbaute und leitete. Als Experte in Rechnungslegung und Controlling kennt er sich auch bestens mit den finanziellen Aspekten aus und ist Mitglied der Prüfungskommission für Datenmanagement.

Dr. Sabine Österle

Lead Semantic Interoperability Strategy & FAIR Data Team

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Dr. Sabine Österle leads the Semantic Strategy and FAIR Data Team at SIB. The group oversees the implementation of infrastructures to make health data FAIR within the Swiss Personalized Health Network. Her expertise lies in Semantic Web, Knowledge Graphs, and Health Data Management. She holds a Doctorate and degrees in Interdisciplinary Sciences from ETH Zurich, where she is currently a lecturer.

Klaus Blaschek

Founder & CEO

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As founder and managing director of b.telligent, Klaus Blaschek has been advising customers on the topics of BI, data warehouse and customer intelligence for over 20 years. His project experience includes challenging international projects and the complete value creation process. As a Swiss by choice, he not only has the telecommunications and financial services industry firmly in focus, but also the Swiss mountains.

Sandro von Ins

Managing Director

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Sandro von Ins is the perfect mix of visionary leadership skills and extensive technical knowledge in the areas of data analytics and BI. As a highly motivated, passionate team player, it was clear that he also had to become the founder of b.telligent GmbH in Basel. His strength in empowering people to reach their full potential is what sets him apart. Sandro in three words: teamwork, passion and data!

Caspar von Stülpnagel

Managing Director

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As the founder of b.telligent GmbH in Basel, Caspar von Stülpnagel is the right contact for complex IT projects, steering committees and transformation projects. His strong analytical skills and his trained intuition for employees and colleagues round out his data analytics and management know-how. He is a team player to the core!

Marcus Bitterlich

Head of BI & Solution

About me

Marcus Bitterlich is responsible for Data Analytics and Data Science at Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG. Until August 2023, he was Head of Data & BI Solutions at the Swiss insurance group Zurich. Previously, he held positions in audit and consulting, helped establish the BI Center at Kabel Deutschland and Vodafone Germany, was responsible for the agile transformation of BI development at Robert Bosch Power Tools, and headed the business analytics division at Rohde&Schwarz and Knorr-Bremse.

Marianne Temerowski

People Lead Data Services @ Data Analytics and AI

About me

Marianne is People Lead in Data Analytics & AI at Swisscom and manages 80 internal and 20 external colleagues in Data Services. She has been working in the information and communication technology industry for around 15 years for companies such as SAP, Deutsche Telekom and Swisscom. She has already successfully implemented several transformations of organizations, technologies and products. She has many years of experience in managing people (up to 100 colleagues in a team) and over 60 million Euro profit and loss responsibility. She has lived in 7 countries and is half Chilean, half German.

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How an Insurance Leader Transformed Analytics and AI with Location Data

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How an Insurance Leader Transformed Analytics and AI with Location Data

Angesichts isolierter Systeme und fragmentierter Prozesse wollte Helvetia, eine führende internationale Versicherungsgruppe, Effizienz und Innovation steigern. Erfahren Sie, wie die Verbesserung der Integrität von Standortdaten, ihre Zentralisierung auf einer skalierbaren Plattform und die Automatisierung von Arbeitsabläufen zu einer bedeutenden geschäftlichen Transformation führten. Durch die nahtlose Integration von räumlichen Abläufen in die Preisgestaltung und das Underwriting konnte Helvetia manuelle Arbeiten eliminieren, die Reaktion auf behördliche Vorschriften beschleunigen, neue Cross-Selling-Möglichkeiten erschließen und eine höhere KI-Relevanz und Genauigkeit ermöglichen.

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Build your Data & AI Strategy with AWS

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In this session we will discuss what is a Data Strategy and key trends of Data Strategies nowadays. We will then focus on how AWS can support corporate customers on building and delivering a Modern Data Strategy, including the engagement options, best practices workshops, investment programs and the latest technical launches that help organizations innovate and become more data driven.

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