Dominik Allemann Swiss Federal PR Consulting Diploma A big fan of small gestures, special moments and precise language. Involved in communication for more than 20 years, working mostly for our diverse portfolio of clients. Co-founder of bernetblog.ch and a trailblazer in the world of blogging. A keen cyclist, he is as much at home on the cobbles of Roubaix as on many other racing routes around the globe. Member of the Board of Directors of ECCO International.

Irène Messerli MBA in Leadership & Management (Transcultural Communication, Personal Leadership, Organisation Development & Change Leadership) Likes meeting people, loves stories, relishes communicative challenges. More than 20 years’ experience in a wide range of sectors, from the media and police to academia. Loves the great outdoors and exploring mountains, cities and countries. Editor of studies on social media and journalism, lecturer at universities and institutes, member of the ECCO Crisis Task Force.

Thierry Li-Marchetti MA in Media and Communication Sciences Believes employee events are just as important as press conferences. Experience with clients from the non-profit to financial sectors. Loves travelling the world and capturing it with his camera

Merith Heinemann

Master of Advanced Studies in Communication Management and Leadership

Likes to get to the heart of things and put good stories on paper. Knows corporate communications and agency work. Can look back on a good decade of varied mandates - from magazines for the Paradeplatz to spectacular cable car openings and smart building technology. Loves vertical challenges on plastic and rock, discovery tours with her four-legged friend and road trips without a schedule.

M.A. Media and Communication Sciences Finds his way around a dynamic start-up as well as an established NPO association. Knows how to communicate about enjoyable products and complex taboo topics. Likes good storytelling, wordplay and the skillful use of language. Preferably in the form of podcasts, series or cabaret.

Business Administration and Communication Management Sees stories everywhere and turns them into content. Unravels thoughts and processes and connects people with organizations, online and offline. Has 18 years of experience in communications, association management, cross-border business, education, the automotive industry and start-ups. Loves art and kung fu as well as communication. Relaxes in the allotment garden, on the water or while traveling.

Lic. phil. Communication Studies and Art History

Believes that interpersonal relationships are vital to success. Sees that communication happens even where we might not notice or expect it. Rises to the challenge of balancing family and work. Will use hands and feet and whatever it takes to communicate during her travels.

Sven Gutknecht BA Organisational Communication Wants to connect exciting stories with matching people through communication. Devotes a lot of time to handball and his two cats. Enjoys socialising with friends and travelling to nature - no matter what time of year it is.

MA of Applied Linguistics

Paints pictures with words. Likes to believe that the right communication can build bridges between people from all walks of life. Loves to cook (and eat). Teaches herself a new skill every once in a while: playing the saxophone, speaking Japanese, or repairing the fridge, anything is fair game.

Media Designer

Loves interior design, Scandinavian aesthetic and typography in all its facets. Passionate about hunting and judging cinnamon buns all over the world. Indulges in all kinds of racquet sports in his spare time and takes photos of everything with his iPhone.

She captures the world with pen and paper. Her faithful companion is her backpack, which is always too heavy, full of sketchbooks and colourful felt-tip pens. Inspiring encounters drive her to keep discovering new stories. In her free time, she explores the world on her bike and occasionally plays the ukulele.

On the phone: ESPAS On the phone, you are welcomed by employees of the foundation ESPAS during the time we are busy. Bernet PR works with ESPAS since more than 20 years. The foundation encourages the economic and social integration of individuals, who are not fully competitive due to health reasons. (Photo: Brigitte Starke)