Valentin Holz is the US Business Development Lead at KITRO, a Swiss food waste technology company. In this role, he partners with hospitality and food service providers to implement data-driven solutions that cut waste and improve operational efficiency. With extensive experience in business development and sales for innovative technologies, Valentin connects industry expertise with impactful solutions. He has supported leading hotel groups and universities across Europe and North America in achieving measurable cost savings and significant reductions in food waste. Passionate about sustainability and business impact, Valentin works with industry stakeholders to accelerate the transition toward a more resource-efficient food system.

Irini is a Trade Commissioner with the Swiss Business Hub USA, within the Consulate General of Switzerland in New York. She focuses on bridging Switzerland with the American market, strengthening bilateral relations between the two countries, while spearheading the continued entrance and expansion of Swiss Excellence in the USA. A former geopolitical consultant and professional athlete, Irini brings passion and tenacity to her role as part of Team Switzerland.

When she’s not wrapped up in exciting internationalization discussions with innovative Swiss companies, you’ll find her hosting dinner parties, exploring the streets of Manhattan, and happily sampling the NYC culinary scene.