Zurich Talks

A platform underscoring Zurich’s ambition to become one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world

About Zurich Talks

This series brings together leading thinkers, academics, activists, NGOs, and business executives to discuss the most urgent issues facing society today, such as net-zero transition, mental health, and digital transformation. Interviews with global changemakers bring actionable insights useful for all generations.

Zurich Talks Podcast – Digital Innovator series

Technological and digital advances have truly transformed the way we work and live our lives. Never has it been more critical to invest in the future. Our insights can help businesses and society navigate technological disruption and seize opportunities to empower growth.

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Voices of contributors

Sebastião Salgado Photographer & Founder of Instituto Terra
“When we speak about the environment, 90% of young [people] are concerned for the future. That gives me a lot of hope.“
Rebecca Henderson John and Natty McArthur University Professor at Harvard University
So what can business do? Almost everything. Reimagine capitalism. Be an ally. Work with governments. Change the world.
Dr. Barbara Frei Executive Vice President, Industrial Automation Member of the Executive Committee, Schneider Electric
“Learning quick and failing quick is at the core of an innovation culture.”
Jan Jenisch Chief Executive Officer, Holcim
“There will be no future for any company without sustainability. That has to be the overriding principle.”
Prof Thomas Crowther Lead Scientist of Crowther Lab
We need every single player in this entire economy to step up to the fact that improving efficiency and sustainability are the new versions of improving exploitation and growth.”
“Who’s starting these wars? Who’s to blame? Not these young people, but they are suffering inordinately.”
Martin Bell Journalist and UNICEF Ambassador
Cynthia Hansen Managing Director, Innovation Foundation, Adecco
“It’s not just enough to be aware of mental- health issues but also to feel empowered to watch for signals.”
Dr. Alex Osterwalder Co-founder and CEO of Strategyzer
“Executing ideas is what feels safe. But in innovation, it's not about execution. It's about adapting.”
Dr. Suzan Song MD, MPH, PhD, Psychiatrist
“Uncertainties are part of life so we need to embrace them and ask what are they teaching us about our values. ”