19 January 2026 · 3 min read
Speaker of the day: Florian Schild — Digitalisation

Every day we spotlight one voice from the UnoMe network. Today: Florian Schild, Digitalisation — one of the keynote speakers we recommend for corporate events and conferences in Al Wakrah, Muscat and across the GCC.
Who is Florian Schild?
Florian Schild – Entrepreneur, Start-up Strategist and Keynote Speaker on Leadership, Digital Transformation and Well-being at Work
Florian Schild is an experienced entrepreneur and leader with over 13 years working at the crossroads of healthcare innovation, platforms, marketplaces and venture capital. Known for his hands-on expertise in both start-up and corporate environments, Florian helps leaders and teams navigate the complexities of building businesses, managing stakeholders and driving performance in the digital era.
With a deep understanding of PE and VC dynamics, Florian shares unique perspectives on what it takes to build successful companies, foster resilient teams, and learn from failures. His experience includes leading multiple start-ups through to successful exits, notably Verivox’s sale to Pro7 / Nucom Group and General Atlantic, as well as Viantro’s sale to doctari.
Florian’s talks bridge entrepreneurial grit, leadership wisdom and the realities of building businesses in high-stakes industries like healthcare.
🏆 Notable Achievements
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Successful exit of Verivox to Pro7 / Nucom Group (2015) and General Atlantic (2019)
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Successful exit of Viantro to doctari (2021)
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Over 13 years of leadership across start-ups, corporates and private equity / venture capital contexts
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Founder and operator of multiple platforms and marketplaces in the healthcare sector
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Candid reflection on failures and lessons learned, with a strong belief in iterative growth
Languages:
- German
- English
🧭 Key Themes & Expertise:
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Leadership and Management
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Digital World and the Future
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Well-being at Work
Florian Schild’s keynotes blend practical insight, entrepreneurial authenticity and actionable strategies. He offers audiences real-world lessons on how to lead in uncertainty, build high-performing teams, and drive innovation while maintaining well-being at work.
What makes his keynotes impactful:
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Authentic storytelling based on both wins and failures
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Clear strategies for navigating start-up and corporate challenges
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Focus on actionable tools for leaders, managers and founders
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A fresh perspective on balancing performance and well-being
Topics on stage
- Digitalisation
- Innovation
- Leadership
- Leadership and Management
Who is this keynote for?
A talk by Florian Schild fits annual kick-offs, leadership days, industry conferences and talent programmes. The format usually runs 45 to 60 minutes, with an optional Q&A or a closed-door executive workshop.
Booking in the UAE and the Gulf
UnoMe, the Swiss Speakers' Bureau in Dubai, handles everything: selection, negotiation, travel and preparation with your team. Contact us to check Florian Schild's availability for your date.