Laurent Bischof Joins SONIX
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13 January 2026 11:19
Switzerland-based SONIX, the gaming and esports communication platform that's known with its low-latency voice tech, just announced a big addition to its leadership team. The company has appointed Laurent Bischof to its Board of Directors, bringing in some serious expertise to fuel its next phase of growth.
Bischof is no stranger to the tech and esports worlds. As a venture capitalist and entrepreneur with more than two decades under his belt, he's built a solid track record in investments and operations. He's also currently serving on the advisory board for Team Vitality, one of France's top esports organizations, which gives him a front-row seat to the industry's inner workings.According to details from the announcement, Bischof's role will focus on guiding SONIX's long-term plans and helping push its presence into new markets worldwide.
On top of that, he's expected to play a key part in helping SONIX explore fresh ways for users to engage and make money on the platform.“We are honored to welcome Laurent to the SONIX Board,” said Nicolas Abelé, CEO of SONIX.
“His deep understanding of esports, community dynamics and strategic growth will help us accelerate our vision of building the platform that gamers and creators choose to connect, compete, and win.”Bischof himself sounded pretty pumped about the move.“I’m excited to contribute to SONIX’s journey,” said Laurent Bischof. “The convergence of AI, real-time communication, and competitive gaming presents one of the most compelling opportunities in tech and Esports today.
SONIX’s approach to voice tech and community tools positions it as a leader in the space.”For those not familiar, SONIX positions itself as a modern alternative for gamers who want crystal-clear, ultra-fast comms without the lag that plagues some older tools. With esports continuing to boom and creators looking for better ways to build communities, this kind of strategic hire could be a smart step in helping the company stand out.
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13 January 2026 11:19
Switzerland-based SONIX, the gaming and esports communication platform that's known with its low-latency voice tech, just announced a big addition to its leadership team. The company has appointed Laurent Bischof to its Board of Directors, bringing in some serious expertise to fuel its next phase of growth.
Bischof is no stranger to the tech and esports worlds. As a venture capitalist and entrepreneur with more than two decades under his belt, he's built a solid track record in investments and operations. He's also currently serving on the advisory board for Team Vitality, one of France's top esports organizations, which gives him a front-row seat to the industry's inner workings.According to details from the announcement, Bischof's role will focus on guiding SONIX's long-term plans and helping push its presence into new markets worldwide.
On top of that, he's expected to play a key part in helping SONIX explore fresh ways for users to engage and make money on the platform.“We are honored to welcome Laurent to the SONIX Board,” said Nicolas Abelé, CEO of SONIX.
“His deep understanding of esports, community dynamics and strategic growth will help us accelerate our vision of building the platform that gamers and creators choose to connect, compete, and win.”Bischof himself sounded pretty pumped about the move.“I’m excited to contribute to SONIX’s journey,” said Laurent Bischof. “The convergence of AI, real-time communication, and competitive gaming presents one of the most compelling opportunities in tech and Esports today.
SONIX’s approach to voice tech and community tools positions it as a leader in the space.”For those not familiar, SONIX positions itself as a modern alternative for gamers who want crystal-clear, ultra-fast comms without the lag that plagues some older tools. With esports continuing to boom and creators looking for better ways to build communities, this kind of strategic hire could be a smart step in helping the company stand out.
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