We’re excited to introduce our inspiring speakers and charismatic host. Together, they bring fresh ideas, unique perspectives, and compelling stories to the stage. Get ready for insights, moments of reflection, and experiences that will make you think — and maybe even see time in a whole new way. Every voice on our stage contributes to reimagining time and creating unforgettable experiences.
We’re delighted to introduce Tanja Bredemeier as the host of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! with her warm presence and natural sense of connection, Tanja brings curiosity, empathy, and energy to the stage - creating the perfect bridge between our speakers and audience.
We’re thrilled to welcome Philipp Zünd to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! 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 the ArtCenter College of Design in California and years of 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 craftmanship 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 beyond the moment.
we’re delighted to welcome Kay von Mérey to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! Kay is a social entrepreneur and humanitarian leader with a pioneering idea that bridges humanitarianism, education, and youth engagement. as co-founder and president of Circle of Young Humanitarians, created in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC), she empowers the next generation to understand and live humanitarian values - translating them into action across business, education, and civil society, and helping young people turn feelings of helplessness into meaningful change. her talk explores how hope and a belief in humanity can help us rethink time, slowing down to reconnect with purpose, empathy, and what truly matters in a fast-moving world.
we’re honoured to welcome Dunja Maria Santner to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! a seeker of truth and inner balance, Dunja has walked a path through philosophy, introspection, and profound life experiences to understand what it truly means to live with awareness. her journey reflects a deep connection to the essence of time - how we experience it, how we lose it, and how we can return to it with presence. with a calm and soulful voice, Dunja reminds us that time is not just measured in moments, but in meaning - that by embracing impermanence and letting go, we uncover peace, clarity, and a renewed sense of purpose.
we’re delighted to welcome Deborah Benrós to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! an architect and senior lecturer, Deborah explores how design can endure beyond trends and become a living expression of culture, resilience, and identity. she bridges the worlds of education, research, and real-world impact - showing how architecture can shape not only our spaces, but 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.
we’re honoured to welcome Doris Büchel to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! as 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 power of memory - inviting us to see how confronting death can transform the way we live. with a rare blend of honesty and hope, Doris invites us to rethink time by embracing impermanence - to value the present, cherish connection, and find beauty in life’s fragility.
we’re excited to welcome Zac Ryan Zachary R. to the stage of TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! a blend of two cultures and languages, Zac brings a unique perspective shaped by both American and German influences. a creative mind with a 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, he explores how we can use time intentionally to build lives rooted in meaning rather than constant hustle - encouraging a new generation to redefine success, embrace purpose, and find balance in a world that never stops moving.
we’re thrilled to introduce Peter Davida as a speaker for TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! as the Chief Information Security Officer at Frontify, Peter leads the digital security strategy for one of the most innovative brand-management platforms. with a rich background spanning both large institutions and fast-moving startups, he’s learned how to make security simple, human, and effective. Peter is on a mission to reshape how we see cybersecurity - not as restriction, but as freedom through simplicity.
we’re excited to introduce Marco Büchel as the first speaker for TEDxSchaan 2026 “Rethinking Time”! 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. ⏳
