Our story

Here, we merge a decade of business consulting with the timeless principles of mindfulness and behavioral science. Founded on the belief that well-being is the cornerstone of high-performing teams, we've dedicated ourselves to translating ancient mindfulness wisdom into practical, modern solutions for today's workplaces.

  • We are dedicated to promoting health and well-being (SDG 3), fostering innovation and responsible management (SDG 9), and ensuring sustainable practices in all we do (SDG 12). Through our programs, we empower leaders and teams not only to excel in their roles but also to become stewards of a healthier planet.

  • Every organization is unique, and so is our approach to enhancing its well-being. Centered around the development of micro-habits that are both science-based and sustainable, our programs are meticulously designed to meet the individual needs of each person and team we work with. We're not just consultants; we're partners in building a healthier, more mindful business environment.

  • Evidence of our impact is found not only in the broad spectrum of research supporting mindfulness and well-being but also in the tangible successes of our clients. From enhancing psychological safety to fostering positive leadership, our work has redefined what it means to be a thriving, resilient organization in the modern world.

  • We invite you to explore the potential within your organization to flourish like never before. With us, discover how integrating mindfulness and well-being into your operational fabric can unlock unprecedented levels of performance and satisfaction.

HI, I am Elvira, founder and director of the u:lab Gmbh

  • Born in Austria, she studied international political science, international health management and languages in Innsbruck. She is a trained and certified trainer for mindfulness for organizations (mindlead Institute, Salzburg).

    Elvira has been a management consultant and trainer for mindful leadership in companies in the DACH region and the UK for over 12 years.

    Elvira has built and led teams in various positions and was most recently responsible as Managing Director ad-interim for a company with 180 employees.

    As a keynote speaker, she regularly speaks on the topics of mindful leadership and organizational well-being.

    Elvira teaches as a guest lecturer at the Management Center Innsbruck in the "International Health & Social Management Master" course. She also advises a number of start-ups in the field of behavioral health and lifestyle medicine.

    She is the founder and vice-president of the "Swiss Society for Value-based Healthcare", an association that promotes the sustainable development and remuneration of the healthcare system in Switzerland.

    She is a member of the advisory commission for quality of care and patient safety in the canton of Valais (CH).

    Elvira has been practicing mindfulness for over 20 years and has always incorporated elements of it into her work. Her teachers include James Baraz, Sharon Salzberg, Jon Kabat-Zinn and others.

    She combines her many years of experience from numerous client projects with her personal experience in the areas of leadership, performance, well-being and organizational culture to generate an integrated approach that creates new perspectives on our work and corporate culture as well as leadership.

    Elvira lives and works in Zurich

our Partners

our Board of advisors

  • Practicing and studying the yogic and Buddhist wisdom tradition since 2010. MA in Psychology and Communication Sciences (University of Zurich). Certified MBSR teacher (cfm Center for Mindfulness, Zurich). Therapist for Essential Psychotherapy (in training, Institute for Essential Psychotherapy, Hennef).

  • Specialist in neurology

    Senior physician, University Clinic for Neurology, Inselspital Bern - Additional qualification in intensive care medicine, additional qualification in emergency medicine, emergency physician