Olivia Landau is the Founder and CEO of The Clear Cut, the largest digitally native natural diamond jewelry company in the U.S., specializing in bespoke bridal and everyday fine jewelry. A 4th generation diamond expert and G.I.A. Graduate Gemologist (GG), she started The Clear Cut as an educational blog before transforming it into a multi-million-dollar direct-to-consumer brand revolutionizing the way people buy diamonds.

Committed to transparency and innovation, The Clear Cut is reshaping the industry by leveraging technology to enhance consumer trust and showcase the provenance of natural diamonds.

Landau has been recognized on Forbes’ 30 Under 30, Entrepreneur’s 100 Women of Impact, Inc.’s 5000 List, and Digiday’s Future Leader in Fashion Award. The Clear Cut has been featured in Forbes, Vogue, Business Insider, TechCrunch, The New York Times, and more.

Mehdi Barkhordar is Chariman of neoshapes SA, which provides complete 3D printing solutions for luxury metals. A graduate of the Wharton School, Mehdi brings to neoshapes 40 years of leadership experience in the precious metals industry. He is recognized for his expertise in trading, refining, fabrication, marketing, innovation, and corporate governance. A promoter of emerging technologies, Mehdi led the development of anti-counterfeit security and blockchain-based supply chain traceability as well as India’s first, largest and most trusted digital gold platform. Mehdi has served on the boards of prominent industry associations and is a leading proponent of compliance to best practices, ethics, and environmental sustainability.

As Chief Sustainability Officer of LVMH Watches and Jewelry Division, Léo Daguet's mission is to support the Maisons of the Division (Bulgari, Chaumet, Fred, Hublot, Repossi, TAG Heuer, Tiffany & Co, Zenith) in their CSR strategy. As part of its LIFE360 strategy, LVMH has ambitious goals regarding transparency and traceability in its strategic supply chains, particularly with regard to gold. Board member of the Swiss Better Gold Association.

Jean-Pierre Danthine is Honorary Professor at the EPFL (Ecole Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne – College of Management of Technology) and UNIL (University of Lausanne) and Honorary Director of the Enterprise of Society Center (E4S). He was previously President of the Paris School of Economics and member of the Board of Trustees of the Center for Economic Policy Research (CEPR) in London. He was a member of the Governing Board of the Swiss National Bank from January 2010 to April 2012 and its vice-chairman from May 2012 until he retired on June 30, 2015. Before joining the SNB, Jean-Pierre Danthine was Professor at the University of Lausanne and Managing Director of the Swiss Finance Institute. His publications have appeared in Econometrica, the Journal of Political Economy, the Review of Economic Studies, the Journal of Finance and other leading international journals.

Frédéric Dawance is a Managing Partner and Member of the Executive Committee at de Pury Pictet Turrettini (PPT), a leading independent Swiss asset manager and a pioneer in sustainable investing.

He manages the SWISS POSITIVE GOLD fund, which offers investors direct access to traceable artisanal gold sourced through the SBG initiative. The goal is to support the development of a responsible artisanal gold value chain and connect it with capital markets to meet the growing demand for impact gold.

Dr. Kieran Dobson holds a Ph.D. in Applied Economics from KU Leuven where he led a team of researchers studying social entrepreneurship and venture philanthropy, splitting his time between Belgium and India. Kieran continues to publish academic research addressing the scalability, internationalization, and business model characteristics fostering impact for social enterprises including in the International Business Review, and the Journal of Cleaner Production. Today, Kieran is the Head of ESG Client Engagement for EMEA, engaging with internal and external clients on integrating, applying, and developing S&P Global ESG datasets, products, and research.

Aurelia Figueroa, Chief Sustainability Officer at Breitling, has over 15 years of experience developing and leading sustainability initiatives across the public and private sectors and in the fields of international diplomacy and social entrepreneurship. Originally from the United States, Aurelia first came to Switzerland to complete a graduate internship at the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development. She conducted her graduate and undergraduate studies in the United States, France, the United Kingdom, and India.

Nicolas Freudiger, co-founder and CEO of ID Genève Watches. After graduating from EHL in 2015 and a short corporate career, Nicolas decided to pursue his dream and create a new identity in the world of watchmaking, entirely based on sustainable development and the integration of circular materials that have a lower carbon footprint than the industry average.

Alessandra Maria Gargiulo is a PhD student in the Department of Accounting at the University of Lausanne. Before starting her PhD, she worked in the trading and consulting sector. In 2024, as part of her academic work, she visited Columbia Business School. Her research focuses on how SMEs can finance the transition to net-zero emissions, specifically studying ESG bonds and sustainability certifications such as B-Corp Certification.

Gemma Kirke is a Global Marketing Executive with 15 years of experience in Luxury and Beauty. She has built renowned brands in Fragrances, Skincare and Jewellery, driving transformation and growth across Europe and the Middle East. Starting at Procter & Gamble, she later moved to Coty and Swarovski. In her latest role at Estee Lauder Companies, she led the Luxury Beauty Division for Switzerland. Here, she drove niche fragrance growth, and enhanced consumer clienteling and engagement. An advocate for purpose-driven brands and women’s leadership, she mentors through the HSG Women’s Aiming Higher Programme and led the Swiss Women’s Leadership Network at Estee Lauder Companies.

A graduate of Carnegie Mellon University and a certified Graduate Gemologist from HRD Antwerp, Ashin Kothari blends academic brilliance with hands-on expertise. From refining his skills in a diamond-cutting factory in China to pioneering industry-first traceability solutions, he is dedicated to innovation, efficiency, and foresight. With a profound understanding of the luxury market, Ashin has an innate ability to anticipate the evolving needs of high-end clients, ensuring that Akostar not only meets but exceeds standards. His deep market insight, paired with his commitment to precision and conscientious craftsmanship, has positioned Akostar at the vanguard of the diamond trade, leading the industry in technology, sustainability, and responsible sourcing.

Dusica Lehmann is an economist and business consultant specializing in proactive sustainability strategies within the luxury industry. Her recent doctoral research on sustainability transition in the Swiss luxury watch industry offers innovative insights into enhancing transparency and traceability while preserving brand equity. With 20 years of cross-industry experience—spanning managerial to high-level advisory roles—Dusica has worked on strategic projects, including the European Commission, for high-profile clients. Through research and conference contributions, her engagement bridges academia and industry.

Dr. Nirav Mandir has been instrumental as a Chief Human Capital & Sustainability Officer with Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (SRK), World’s one of the largest Diamond & Jewellery Manufacturing and Export conglomerate, generating a revenue of more than 1.8 billion US$. He shoulders the strategic responsibilities for SRK’s Global HR, IR, Sustainability, ESG, HSE, CSR, and Compliance. As a lead for SRK’s Sustainability initiatives, He is also the Project Administrator for SRK’s state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities rated among World’s Top 6-LEED: Platinum buildings by the U.S. Green Building Council.

Acute collector and passionate about watches, Pascal Ravessoud is holder of an MBA from Business School Lausanne. He joined Harry Winston as PR & events manager, and later as Head of Communications for the Timepieces division. In 2007 Pascal joined the Fondation Haute Horlogerie as a Marketing/Development director, overseeing the development of the foundation’s activities in the markets and later in charge of the External Affairs. An expert of the watchmaking industry, he is now co-directing the FHH and also leads the Cultural Council.

Tim Schlick is Platinum Guild International (PGI)’s Chief Executive Officer. He focuses on having the organisation create incremental value to sponsors and trade partners and unlock new opportunities that create new demand for platinum and drive global growth. Tim is a renowned business strategist and marketing expert and has advised more than 30 Fortune 500 companies on how to create growth through brands and products. He is a regular keynote speaker at events on topics such as market entry and growth strategies, data-driven marketing success and unlocking consumer opportunities.

Jana van den Bergen's background merges fashion, impact, and investments. As Innovation and Investment Manager at Fashion for Good, she supported brands such as Gucci, Balenciaga, Richemont, and Chanel in implementing sustainable technologies across their supply chains. She also brings experience in the Private Equity Buyout space through her role at BB Capital Investments, a PE firm based in The Hague, equipping her with the unique capability to support innovation from early formation to large-scale adoption. Jana holds an Executive Master’s in Finance and AI, further strengthening her expertise in data-driven investment strategies and technological transformation. Today, she is an investor at Collateral Good, a multi-strategy investment firm and corporate innovation platform dedicated to addressing climate change in the fashion, food, and packaging industries.

Margot Zenina is an expert in digital innovation, specializing in the convergence of luxury, emerging technologies, and marketing. With a background in philosophy, digital humanities and marketing, she bridges academic research and industry practice, advising top luxury brands and tech companies. Her research focuses on how digital advancements, such as Digital Product Passports (DPPs), AI, and immersive technologies, are reshaping the luxury sector as we know it today.