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Expert Simon Beyer
biological decontamination

Simon Beyer

Enzler Hygiene AG

Managing Director

Simon Beyer

Simon Beyer is the Managing Director of Enzler Hygiene AG and an expert in cytostatics removal, he is leading the shift toward a future-oriented, digital-first service provider. A former international strategy consultant, he unites operational excellence with regulatory precision, driving CleanTech innovation to set new standards in sustainable hygiene performance across industries.

Expert René Böhmerle
Infection prevention

René Böhmerle

B&B Hygieneberatung GmbH

René Böhmerle

Many years of experience in intensive care/IMC and anaesthesia. 2007 Management training and leadership function, 2015 Infection prevention training, graduated with HFP as a specialist in infection prevention in healthcare with a federal diploma.

Expert Gerhard Eich
Hospital hygiene

Gerhard Eich

Former Head of Infectiology / Hospital Hygiene / Personal Medicine, Stadtspital Zürich

Gerhard Eich

Gerhard Eich is the former Head Physician for Infectiology, Hospital Hygiene and Personal Medicine at Stadtsptial Zürich. He has continued to work for the city hospital on a project-related basis since September 2023. Gerhard Eich was President of the Swiss Society for Hospital Hygiene (SGSH) from 2009 to 2014. He was previously Head of Hospital Hygiene at the Cantonal Hospital of St. Gallen (KSSG) from 2002 to 2006. With his many years of experience and commitment, he has established himself as a high-profile personality in the Swiss healthcare system.

Expert Dominic Grüniger
Building cleaning concepts

Dominic Grüniger

Kärcher AG

Specialist Building Care & Cleaning Consulting

Dominic Grüniger

Dominic Grüniger is a specialist for building cleaning and cleaning concepts at Kärcher. Since 2007, he has worked in various roles in the fields of commercial cleaning, specialised cleaning and cleaning concepts.

Expert Seongjin Lee Trabandt
GMP & quality assurance

Seongjin Lee Trabandt

Enzler Reinigungen AG

Quality assurance cleanroom

Seongjin Lee Trabandt

Seongjin Lee Trabandt is an expert in quality assurance for cleanroom cleaning under GMP. In addition to cleaning validation, her expertise also includes the training and technical instruction of employees in this area.

Expert Peter Kunz
building cleaning / Personnel management

Peter Kunz

Gareba GmbH

Project manager in building cleaning and author of various teaching materials

Peter Kunz

Peter Kunz is a trained chemical laboratory technician with management training at the IMAKA and a qualification as a company trainer at the IAP. He has in-depth and practice-orientated knowledge of cleaning technology and has experience in research and development in the chemical industry. In addition, he was responsible for the organisation and implementation of inter-company courses on behalf of Allpura (employers’ association of building service providers) for more than 15 years. He also teaches cleaning technology and personnel management in basic and higher vocational training and for many years ran the preparatory courses for the vocational and higher professional examinations for caretakers. Peter Kunz manages projects in the field of building cleaning and is the author and co-author of various teaching materials on cleaning and personnel management.

Expert Thomas Leiblein
Water / drinking water hygiene

Thomas Leiblein

ewah AG

Project Manager Water Hygiene

Thomas Leiblein

Thomas Leiblein combines expertise in hygiene, infection prevention and risk management. With an MSc in Life Sciences and a PhD in Legionella prevention in hospitals, he has in-depth knowledge of water safety management. His professional career includes the management of water hygiene projects and the development of practical solutions.

Expert Hervé Pedrosa
ESD

Hervé Pedrosa

abovo AG

esd representative

Hervé Pedrosa

Hervé Pedrosa works as a sales representative and ESD officer at abovo AG. With his in-depth experience in the areas of electrostatic discharge (ESD) and cleanroom technology, he provides comprehensive and practical advice to customers in the industry. Thanks to his expertise, he provides companies with targeted support in the selection of consumables that also have to fulfil strict requirements for ESD protection and cleanroom suitability.

Expert Irina Pericin Häfliger
Cleaning and textile management

Irina Pericin Häfliger

ZHAW, Institut für Facility Management

Lecturer and consultant for cleaning and textile management and integrated organisational developer

Irina Pericin Häfliger

Irina Pericin Häfliger is a lecturer and consultant at the Institute for Facility Management at the Zurich University of Applied Sciences (ZHAW), specialising in the management of cleaning and textile services. With her extensive knowledge of facility management and organisational development, she focuses on the optimal integration of the needs of individuals and organisations. Her passion for facility management inspires her to contribute to the continuous development of her field through targeted teaching programmes and specialist publications.

Expert Melanie Rieser
kitchen hygiene

Melanie Rieser

Diversey Schweiz

EU Expert Kitchen Hygiene & FS

Melanie Rieser

Melanie Rieser has been working at Diversey/Solenis since 2018. She is an expert in kitchen hygiene and infection prevention, an area that has always fascinated her due to her scientific background. She has been working in the field of kitchen hygiene for all European countries since 2023.

Expert Roman Schläpfer
health construction / cleanroom technology

Roman Schläpfer

SwissCCS

President

Roman Schläpfer

Roman Schläpfer is an expert in air hygiene, cleanroom technology and healthcare construction. As President of SwissCCS and a member of the VDI Technical Committee for Cleanroom Technology, the German Society for Hospital Hygiene and numerous other professional associations, he is actively involved in the further development of standards and industry-wide networking.

Expert Martin Stähelin
Knowledge of standards

Martin Stähelin

Schweizerische Normen-Vereinigung

Head of Academy and Public Relations

Martin Stähelin

Martin Stähelin has headed the SNV Academy since 2022 and has also been responsible for marketing, communication and member management since May 2025. As a business economist FH with an MAS in Human Capital Management (ZHAW), he combines specialist knowledge with a flair for people and education. His aim is to communicate standards in an understandable, practical and relevant way – and at the same time to raise awareness of their importance and the attractiveness of working in standardisation.

Expert David Thöny
Cleaning chemistry

David Thöny

Wetrok AG

Head of Chemical Development

David Thöny

David Thöny has been working as a development manager for cleaning chemicals and technical products for over 10 years. He has in-depth knowledge of ingredients, product properties and formulations, as well as the classification and labelling of cleaning agents. Thanks to his involvement with the Swiss Soap, Perfume and Detergent Association (SEPAWA Switzerland), he is well connected professionally and follows market developments closely.

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Upcoming events

IFMA Meets: AI in FM

IFMA Meets “AI in Facility Management” is a compact online professional event that addresses the concrete benefits of artificial intelligence in facility management. It is not about buzzwords, but about application examples, managing expectations and realistic implementation steps, including typical obstacles, so that AI is integrated sensibly and does not lead to hasty, wrong decisions. The event is aimed at FM managers who are looking for guidance and pragmatic approaches.

Online

maintenance Germany

Maintenance Germany 2026 in Dortmund is Germany’s leading trade fair for industrial maintenance and one of the most important industry events in the German-speaking world. Over two days, exhibitors, manufacturers and users meet here to present and discover the latest products, solutions and software innovations for maintenance, inspection and plant management. The trade fair is aimed at decision-makers from industry, production, maintenance and engineering and offers an extensive supporting programme as well as valuable networking and business opportunities. The combination with parallel special shows creates additional synergies and a wide range of information for visitors.

Dortmund DE

IFMA World Workplace Europe

World Workplace Europe is the European edition of the internationally renowned IFMA event series and is one of the most important conferences for facility management and working environments. The focus is on innovation, sustainable impact, people in the workplace and the further development of the FM profession. The event combines keynotes, specialist sessions and networking, bringing together FM experts from different countries to share best practices and new approaches to building and workplace strategies.

Den Haag NL

SwissCCS visits Drees Sommer

The event “Zu Gast bei Drees & Sommer” (Visiting Drees Sommer) is an opportunity for professionals from the cleanroom and construction technology industry to gain insights into the working and project world of Drees & Sommer and to exchange ideas with experts. The focus is on practical insights, industry knowledge and professional dialogue on relevant topics relating to the planning, construction and operation of cleanrooms and built environments. The on-site meeting promotes the exchange of experience and knowledge between participants and hosts.

Basel CH

Pure networking event for water, air and hygiene

PURE stands for focusing on the essentials. This expert event provides a platform for in-depth discussion on water, air and environmental hygiene, as well as related topics such as law, facility management, auditing, prevention and enforcement. Instead of lengthy presentations, the focus is on short, concise ideas and personal dialogue. Experts from various disciplines share their perspectives, highlight current challenges and present practical solutions. PURE promotes open exchange on an equal footing, creates space for in-depth discussions and combines expertise with new ideas in a clear, relevant and direct manner.

Zürich CH

Lounges Cleanroom Process 2026

The event for the cleanroom and process technology industry

Messe Karlsruhe

Quer Enzler Hygiene Pro Mobile Enzler Hygiene Pro

GMP-Pharma Congress 26

The GMP-Pharma Congress is an established specialist event format for the pharmaceutical industry with a focus on GMP, production, quality and technology. The congress brings together several specialised conferences that address current regulatory requirements, experiences from inspections and practical issues from everyday pharmaceutical practice. At the same time, PharmaTechnica Expo offers a platform for manufacturers, service providers and technology suppliers to present solutions, equipment and services related to pharmaceutical manufacturing and process support. The combination of specialist presentations and exhibitions enables participants to deepen their knowledge, discuss specific issues and engage in targeted exchanges with relevant market partners. The event is aimed at specialists and managers from production, quality assurance, technology, compliance and related areas who want to find out about current developments and engage in dialogue within the industry.

Wiesbaden DE

8th Hygiene Symposium in Zurich

The Zurich Hygiene Symposium provides information on current standards, research findings and best practices for minimising infection risks. It is aimed at healthcare professionals and those in related fields who implement hygiene and prevention concepts in practice. In addition to technical contributions, the focus is on exchange: new findings are classified, consequences for everyday life are discussed and practical approaches are communicated.

Zürich CH

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