Hi, I am Moni.
My dream job was becoming a secret agent and I studied international politics with focus on nuclear weapons. The James Bond career didnt work out so I worked at the World Bank, the IMF and in management consulting.
Sport has always been part of my life. I was a competitive Volleyball player, adventure racer and cyclist with two cycling records.
20 years of leading and being part of high-performing teams taught me: responsibility is what makes high performance possible.
This resulted in my own CLIMB framework® which I share with audiences worldwide.
Keynotes
An inspiring keynote that brings the lessons learned about sustainable peak performance from my cycling records and mountain challenges into the business world.
1. When the Path Gets Steep – How Ambitious Goals Get Done
124 Swiss mountain passes, 26 days, no plan B — what it takes to take ownership when the plan falls apart.
2. Reaching the Summit Together – Leading a Team That Changes Every Day
30 mountains, 30 days, a brand-new team every day – leading people with different experiences and expectations.
3. The Courage to Fail – How Teams Turn Setbacks into Progress
Giving up a World Bank career to fail at becoming a pro cyclist – and why failure is part of success.
The challenges
30 Swiss Summit Challenge
30 days. 30 mountains. 40000 m of elevation gain. On foot. Every day a new team.
124 Swiss Passes Challenges
All 124 Swiss Passes. 26 consecutive days. 56000 m of elevation gain. By bike.
The Vuelta Ride
Rode every stage of the Vuelta a Espana at the same day as the male professionals, just hours beforehand.
What executives say
What leadership teams say
Christian Baumann
CEO, House of HR Germany
You are immediately drawn into her story.
At the end, you leave the keynote inspired and with concrete tips.
We highly recommend Monika as a speaker.
Madeleine Wolf
Chief Marketing Officer, Open Systems
Monika leaves a lasting impression.
She combines business acumen, an academic background and her path as an extreme sportswoman with great passion.
Petra Rohner
President of Stiftung SWONET
Monika ignites a palpable energy.
Many participants still talk about their impulses today – a real added value.
OWN THE CLIMB®
The leadership mindset behind my keynotes.
This mindset – and the CLIMB Framework® behind it – is what I teach organisations and leaders directly.
Explore CLIMB for your team.
