Our team
TechSpark Core
At the heart of TechSpark Academy is a team of dedicated education and tech enthusiasts sharing the same priority – creating a fun and rewarding experience for all. Coupling an array of skills and years of experience, the team is able to ensure that any amount of time spent with TechSpark Academy is enriching, both educationally and socially.
MARTA GEHRING
An innovation-marketing consultant, Medtech expert and instructor at InnoSuisse, the Swiss Government’s innovation promotion agency, Marta has been working on TSA’s development since its creation in August 2015.
KATE MCKEE
Mathematician & former financier, Kate facilitated TSA expansion in the Swiss-German region and has been running the operations since 2017. She championed the “digital discovery workshops” concept to give students a flavor of what coding is all about.
TED BALDWIN
development advisor
Ted studied Life Sciences at EPFL and spent 3 years at McKinsey & Co. in Geneva and Boston. He then completed an MBA at INSEAD in Singapore, and is now CEO of a young Medtech start-up in Paris.
JOSE ALEMANY
Jose is TechSpark Academy’s trusted Head of Web Architecture since 2015. He comes with web design, data analysis & copywriting experience and is the brains behind our innovative Online Lesson Scheduling infrastructure. He oversees our web presence and analytics as well as supporting us with SEO and ad strategy. He’s also an independent data analyst consultant.
MADDALENA MILANI
Maddalena (Madda) plays a pivotal role in identifying top talent and fostering a thriving, high-performing team environment. With an MA in Personnel and Development from the University of Westminster, she brings deep expertise in human resources and a passion for driving organizational and instructional excellence.
JACKIE DE BEER
Jackie De Beer is our Zurich & Zug Camp Operations Manager, ensuring TechSpark camps run seamlessly. She first joined as a proactive parent, helping establish the camps. With a background as an SAP consultant and Property Manager, her warmth and dedication make her loved by kids and parents, creating a supportive and engaging space for young tech learners
The spark in TechSpark
Supporting the core team is a group of expert advisors that have demonstrated exceptional knowledge and passion for education. They make sure course content is appropriate and up-to-date and help recruit the best instructors, tutors and mentors from the world’s leading universities.
SIMON ARCHAMBEAU
Simon has a BSc Mechanical Engineering from EPFL and is currently working on his MSc in the Management of Technology and Entrepreneur- ship. He has been a consultant with 180 Degrees Consulting, the world’s largest university-based consultancy, and with the EPFL’s «Consulting Society ». Simon is also event organizer at START Lausanne and a team Leader at GCC Bridge
EMMA VICTORIA BERENHOLT
Emma holds a Bachelor’s degree in Microengineering from EPFL and is currently pursuing a Master’s in Quantum Science and Engineering, specializing in Quantum Computing. She works as a teaching assistant at EPFL’s Quantum Science and Engineering Center, a multidisciplinary hub dedicated to advancing research, education, and innovation in quantum technologies. Deeply passionate about aerospace, she aims to contribute to the integration of quantum technologies into satellite communication systems.
YASSINE TAOUDI BENCHEKROUN
Yassine studied Biomedical Engineering at King’s College London, where he discovered his passion for neuroscience and machine learning. After working as a Machine Learning engineer, he pursued further studies in Zurich, focusing on Neuromorphic Engineering. Outside science, he loves classical music and literature, especially Proust and Dostoyevsky.
MEHDI BENZEKRI
With a background in data science and a passion for innovation, Mehdi plays a key role in coordinating TechSpark Academy’s educational initiatives and strategic projects. As Project Manager, he ensures smooth execution of internal operations, supports cross-functional collaboration, and contributes to program development and digital strategy. Combining strong analytical skills with a deep interest in education and technology, Mehdi helps drive TechSpark’s mission to inspire the next generation of digital creators.
Our instructors
Our instructors are handpicked for their ability to communicate, inspire and mentor students. They are young expert enrolled at the following universities:
