Luc Burnier

EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year™ 2026 finalist, Switzerland
Founder and CEO, nu glass

Luc Burnier is looking through a new lens to redefine indoor mobile connectivity.

Photographic portrait of Luc Burnier

Luc Burnier’s background as a physics and materials engineer specializing in energy inspired him to solve connectivity challenges that traditionally had been addressed by antenna and repeater engineers. Luc and his team leveraged new thinking to solve poor indoor mobile connectivity, transforming a materials problem into a technological breakthrough.

That insight became nu glass, a company that turns traditional windows into smart, frequency transparent surfaces. By pairing precision laser engineering with scalable industrial manufacturing, nu glass enables strong, seamless mobile access indoors without the energy demands of amplifier systems.

Luc’s shift from researcher to CEO required reinvention and resolve. He built a culture where experimentation, collaboration and persistence guide progress — a garage scaleup spirit that still defines the company’s growth. Under his leadership, nu glass has expanded into buildings, transportation and infrastructure, improving connectivity for millions of users every year.

Rooted in Swiss craftsmanship and responsibility, the company prioritizes quality, safety and environmental impact in every decision. Luc’s work reimagines how technology, sustainability and human progress can move forward together.

Entrepreneurship doesn’t just reshape your work; it redefines how you see impact, resilience and purpose. It teaches you to rely on others with confidence, and to keep believing that the power of an idea can make a difference.