Microsoft today announces that Nicolas Probst has assumed the role of PR & Communications Manager for Switzerland, effective November 1st. In this role, Probst will report to Michael Isaac and will be responsible for both external and internal communications, as well as thought leadership positioning in Switzerland.
Probst brings extensive international experience in corporate communications, having held leadership roles for firms such as Christ & Gantenbein and Büro Ole Scheeren. He previously worked at Herzog & de Meuron and in Basel, Berlin, New York, and Beijing. His background in global communications strategy will help Microsoft share stories about AI and other innovations across broad audiences in Switzerland.
“We are excited to welcome Nicolas to our team”, said Michael Isaac, Head of PR & Communications at Microsoft Switzerland & Austria. “His talent for storytelling and cross-industry insights will play a crucial role in illustrating how our solutions empower Swiss businesses and communities to innovate, thrive and compete globally.”
Probst holds master’s degrees in media arts from the University of the Arts Berlin and communication studies from the University of Fribourg.
The communications team now consists of Nicolas Probst, PR & Communications Manager for Switzerland, Johannes Prüller, PR & Communications Manager for Austria & Switzerland, and Michael Isaac, Head of PR & Communications at Microsoft Switzerland & Austria. Together, they will continue to lead efforts to reinforce Microsoft’s positioning in the region.