Observed Signal · Oct 19, 2026 · Hiring · Source: persoenlich.com News · Impact: 1/5 · Sentiment: Positive
Live Lab Expands Leadership Team
The Zurich-based event agency Live Lab announced a restructuring of its leadership on October 19, 2026. The executive board, comprising co-founder Maximilian Souchay, Managing & Creative Director Jonathan Schwarz, and Chief Commercial Officer Ralf Stucki, remains unchanged. A new seven-member leadership team has been established to support them. Linda Rechsteiner will lead Project Excellence, Dario Landolt Project Management, Lena Fritz Conceptual Design, Tatjana Glemser Spatial Experience, Miriam Rivas Creation, Romeo Janczer Production, and Laila Schweingruber HR & Office Management. The agency has been independent from the Messerli Group since January 2026, following Souchay's full acquisition, which he said would allow stronger management involvement and facilitate a transition to the next generation. Live Lab operates in Zurich, Dubai, and Riyadh, but does not disclose employee or revenue figures.
This is a minor internal organizational change at a regional event agency with no significant impact on the broader advertising or adtech industry.
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Key Takeaways & Evidence Grounding
- Live Lab has expanded its leadership with a seven-member team.
- The executive board remains unchanged with Maximilian Souchay, Jonathan Schwarz, and Ralf Stucki.
- Live Lab has been independent from the Messerli Group since January 2026.
- The agency operates in Zurich, Dubai, and Riyadh.
- The announcement was made on October 19, 2026.
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