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Isma ZmerliCorporate magician & mentalist · AI engineer

CORPORATE EVENTS · CONFERENCES · GALA DINNERS

Corporate magician
& mentalist in Zurich.

Bring your audience together with an interactive stage show blending mentalism and artificial intelligence. Performed in English or French.

200+Shows & conferences across Europe

Trusted by teams and event organisers

Salesforce
LinkedIn
Cisco
AMD
Samsung
VINCI
L’Oréal
Bouygues Telecom
SNCF
RATP
Suez
Enedis
NaTran
Unity
EDF
HP
ENS Ulm · PSL
Omnes Education
ECE Paris
Heetch

A SHARED MOMENT FOR THE WHOLE ROOM

Corporate entertainment
that gets people talking.

You have brought your colleagues, clients or partners together. Now give them a moment they can share. Isma combines audience participation, mind-reading effects and the possibilities of AI in a show designed for live business events.

For a conference, company celebration or gala dinner in Zurich, the performance becomes a focal point in your programme: something to react to together, then talk about over dinner. The emphasis is on the audience’s experience, with the content and tone discussed around your event.

Planning for international guests? The show can be delivered in English or French. Tell Isma about your audience, venue and running order so the right format can be recommended.

WATCH ISMA IN ACTION

A glimpse of the show.

See the interaction, the reactions and the performance style before you plan your event.

CLIENT FEEDBACK

What event organisers say.

UnityCORPORATE EVENT · MENTALISM
“Isma is fascinating and charismatic — the perfect experience and wow factor for our event with VIP guests. We were all amazed by his talent, and the guests are still talking about it.”
Rebecca Ann HemmingsPhD | Freelance Strategic Event Manager & Producer
CiscoCORPORATE EVENT · MENTALISM
“A huge thank you to Isma! An incredible performance — our clients absolutely loved it. Professional, astonishing and incredibly friendly. We recommend him wholeheartedly!”
Pauline PoirotEvent Project Manager @Emaby
HPCORPORATE EVENT · MENTALISM
“Hello Isma! Our client really enjoyed your performance in Geneva, and I was wondering whether you would be available for our corporate event at the Pullman Paris Montparnasse sky bar.”
Alana DvorakStrategic Brand Development @ Ivory Worldwide | Ph.D. in Advertising

CHOOSE THE MOMENT

A stage show at the centre.
A format that fits around it.

The show is planned around your audience and programme. Close-up can complement the performance when you also want entertainment during a reception.

Isma interacting with guests during an indoor reception

BEFORE OR AFTER THE SHOW

Close-up magic
for your reception

45 minutes–3 hours · According to your event

For a cocktail reception or networking break, Isma moves between small groups. Guests experience the magic at close range, creating conversation before the main event or between programme moments.

  • Cocktails and client receptions
  • Small-group interaction
  • An optional addition to the stage show
Discuss your event
Isma with volunteers during a corporate stage performance

YOUR EVENT, YOUR CONTEXT

A show shaped
around your brief

Personalisation discussed before booking

Launching a product or bringing a team together around a theme? Discuss the message, audience and setting with Isma to explore what can be incorporated into the performance.

  • Product launches and company milestones
  • Agency and in-house event teams
  • Scope agreed in the proposal
Discuss your event

Available for events in Zurich and across Switzerland · Individual proposal

FOR EVENT PLANNERS & AGENCIES

Planning your event
in Zurich.

Whether your event is a hotel gala, a client evening or a conference plenary, the room and running order shape the performance. Share your date, venue, approximate guest count and preferred language, along with the slot you have in mind.

For a stage show, sound, microphone, audience sightlines and any screen requirements are discussed with your event team. A large room may need a different presentation setup from an intimate dinner. Rehearsal access, internet needs for the chosen effects and travel arrangements should be agreed before the booking is confirmed.

You do not need to be based in Switzerland to organise a show there. Isma works with organisers and agencies planning international events; include both your event location and the best way to reach your team.

For other locations, explore magic and mentalism for events in Geneva or the broader corporate entertainment offering across Europe.

Isma Zmerli on stage wearing a headset microphone
Isma ZmerliMagician, mentalist & AI engineer

MEET YOUR PERFORMER

An engineer’s curiosity.
A performer’s instinct.

Isma brings together AI engineering, cognitive science and live mentalism. His background includes a master’s degree in cognitive science at ENS Ulm and experience across more than 200 shows and conferences in Europe.

On stage, this combination gives him a distinctive way to explore what people notice, expect and believe. Technology adds another layer to the experience, while the focus stays on the people in the room.

Looking specifically for technology-led entertainment? Discover the AI magician show. If your main objective is to help colleagues understand AI, the AI keynote and interactive conference is a separate format.

YOUR QUESTIONS, ANSWERED

Booking a corporate
show in Zurich.

The details that help you choose the right performance for your event.

Can I book an English-speaking magician or mentalist in Zurich?

Yes. Isma’s corporate performances are available in English or French. Include the language and audience mix in your enquiry so the performance can be planned for your guests.

What makes the AI stage show different from a traditional magic show?

The stage format combines mentalism, audience interaction and AI-themed or AI-assisted moments. The experience is built around surprise and participation. For organisers seeking a digital or technology magician, the showreel helps establish whether this performance style matches the event.

How long is the corporate show?

The stage format is typically offered in a 15–45 minute slot. The final length depends on the programme and the content agreed for your event. Close-up reception entertainment is a separate format and can also be discussed.

Can the show be adapted for our company or product launch?

Yes, personalisation can be discussed around your theme, product or message. The possibilities depend on the chosen effects and preparation time; the scope is confirmed in your proposal.

What technical setup do we need?

A stage performance requires suitable sound and a microphone. Screen use, lighting, room layout and any other requirements depend on the format and audience size. Share your venue details so the setup can be discussed with your technical team.

How much does it cost to hire Isma for an event in Zurich?

The quote depends on the format, length, customisation, location and travel arrangements. Send your date, venue and approximate audience size to receive a proposal. Mention an indicative budget if you have one.

Do you also perform outside Zurich?

Yes. Isma performs for events across Switzerland and Europe, subject to availability. You can enquire for Geneva, Basel or another event location using the same form.

Can we combine the stage show with close-up magic?

Yes. A stage show can be complemented by close-up during cocktails or networking. The combination is planned around your schedule and the time needed for setup.

Do you also offer private events or workshops?

Private entertainment and workshops can be discussed separately. For a wedding, visit the wedding magician page. For an educational business session, explore the AI keynote format.

LET’S PLAN YOUR NEXT EVENT

A room full of people.
One shared surprise.

Tell Isma about your event in Zurich, your audience and the moment you want to create.

Request a quote

Date · Venue · Approximate guest count · Preferred language