The University of Geneva Mafia
9 people studied at University of Geneva and went on to found or lead other companies.
David MarcusEconomicsFounded LightsparkOmar BawaIntellectual Property LawFounded GoodwallDan AzaguryMDFounded Ciel MedicalNikhil TiwariBachelor's degree [Semester Exchange]Founded FrekilJohannes KoeppelBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Founded WeTravelRivo UiboExecutive MBA with HonoursFounded TuumDr. Elina Berglund ScherwitzlDoctor of Philosophy (PhD)Founded Natural CyclesDavid El-EiniPolitical ScienceFounded FoxstoneNelson HolznerTeaching and Research AssistentFounded Modifi
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Geneva mafia?
- The University of Geneva mafia is the network of 9 people who studied at University of Geneva and went on to found or lead other companies, including Lightspark, Goodwall, Ciel Medical, Frekil, WeTravel.
- Who is in the University of Geneva mafia?
- Notable members include David Marcus (Lightspark), Omar Bawa (Goodwall), Dan Azagury (Ciel Medical), Nikhil Tiwari (Frekil), Johannes Koeppel (WeTravel), Rivo Uibo (Tuum), Dr. Elina Berglund Scherwitzl (Natural Cycles), David El-Eini (Foxstone), among 9 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Geneva alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Geneva alumni include Lightspark, Goodwall, Ciel Medical, Frekil, WeTravel, Tuum, Natural Cycles, Foxstone, Modifi.






