The University of Zurich Mafia
11 people studied at University of Zurich and went on to found or lead other companies.
Pascal UngerBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Founded FocalMarco BumbacherComputer Science and EconomicsFounded GenTwoDaniel SandmeierMaster of Arts UZHFounded InstimatchJosée OuelletMaster of ScienceFounded iVoyAlan PoensgenBachelorFounded WestwingLars NiebaDoctor of Philosophy - PhDFounded Engimmune TherapeuticsDaniel BuchmuellerMScFounded Gallatin AiDavid EberleBachelor’s DegreeFounded TypewiseLian DuanMaster of Science (MSc)Founded BuildJetJan SchnyderBachelor's degreeFounded nunu.aiKyrill HuxBachelor of Science - BScFounded nunu.ai
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of Zurich mafia?
- The University of Zurich mafia is the network of 11 people who studied at University of Zurich and went on to found or lead other companies, including Focal, GenTwo, Instimatch, iVoy, Westwing.
- Who is in the University of Zurich mafia?
- Notable members include Pascal Unger (Focal), Marco Bumbacher (GenTwo), Daniel Sandmeier (Instimatch), Josée Ouellet (iVoy), Alan Poensgen (Westwing), Lars Nieba (Engimmune Therapeutics), Daniel Buchmueller (Gallatin Ai), David Eberle (Typewise), among 11 tracked members.
- What companies did University of Zurich alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of Zurich alumni include Focal, GenTwo, Instimatch, iVoy, Westwing, Engimmune Therapeutics, Gallatin Ai, Typewise, BuildJet, nunu.ai.






