Speaker

Urs Meier

Fair play is not a rule, but an attitude.

Urs Meier, former top referee with almost 900 professional games, is an expert in leadership, decision-making, and mental strength in professional sports. As a sought-after speaker and coach, he transfers his experiences from football to the business world. With his profound knowledge and authentic style, he inspires his audience and shows how to act clearly and focused even under pressure. Experience with Urs Meier how decisions are made in complex situations and leadership is rethought.

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Vita

Decision-Making Under Pressure – Leadership Lessons from Professional Sports

Urs Meier is one of the most renowned figures in international football – and one of the most in-demand speakers in the German-speaking world when it comes to leadership, decision-making, and mental strength. Whether on the pitch in front of 60,000 spectators, under the watchful eyes of millions of TV viewers, or as a ZDF commentator, FIFA advisor, and UEFA coach – he knows pressure firsthand and understands how to handle it.

900 Professional Matches – A Masterclass in Decision-Making

As a top international referee, Urs Meier officiated nearly 900 professional matches – making clear decisions in a matter of seconds during complex and emotional situations. His ability to remain calm, focused, and consistent has made him a sought-after keynote speaker, coach, and management advisor.

From the Field to the Studio – A Media Professional with a Message

Between 2005 and 2020, Urs Meier was a football expert on Germany’s ZDF channel – shaping the coverage of World Cups and European Championships alongside Johannes B. Kerner and Jürgen Klopp. In 2006, their team won the prestigious German Television Award for Best Sports Broadcast. Today, he continues to appear regularly on Blue TV with Marcel Reif – always authentic, insightful, and with a great sense of humor.

Where Business Meets Top-Level Sports – Insights That Stick

Urs Meier translates the principles of elite sports into the world of business: decision-making confidence, team communication, clarity, and resilience – all essential leadership skills. His keynotes captivate audiences with real-life relevance, charisma, and deep reflection. Süddeutsche Zeitung called him “a gifted speaker with wit and self-irony.”

Why Urs Meier is the Ideal Choice for Your Event

Top-level referee with 900 professional matches & FIFA/UEFA advisor
ZDF commentator & German Television Award winner
Leadership expert focused on decision-making & clarity
Coach & keynote speaker for management, change, and communication
Bridges high-performance sports and corporate leadership on equal footing

Experience a new perspective on leadership – with a personality who shows how to remain focused, fair, and clear, even under the greatest pressure.
Urs Meier – Making the right call when it matters most.

Topics

You are the decision:

With feeling, understanding, experience, courage and fidelity to one's own self. At a time when many people, including leading personalities, shy away from decisions, Urs Meier encourages them to make them with joy and without fear. Let us take you on a journey of experience through the successful and decisive business, referee and private life of a professional decision-maker.

My life at ball level:

Let us take you on a journey through time with 1,000 + 11 stories

Between the fronts – decisions under pressure

You are measured by your decisions – whether you have to make them under pressure or not
No decision is also a decision! You are not only responsible for what you do, but also for what you do not do!
It is not a sign of weakness to admit and stand by wrong decisions
In the team you win championships

Moderation of large-scale events and conferences seminars and coaching

References & Press

Amazon, AOK, BASF, BayWa, Bosch Rexroth, Brother, COS, Credit Suisse, Daimler, Deutsche Bahn, Deutsche Bank, Dm Drogerie Markt, Dohle, Dr. Oetker, E.ON, Ergo, Expert, Hannover Leasing, Harley-Davidson, HP, HSBC Trinkhaus, IBM, LB Baden-Württemberg, L’Oréal, Meffert AG, Mercedes-Benz, MHK, Miele, PostFinance, Radio Regenbogen, Roche, R + V Versicherungen, Samsung, SAP, Schenker, Siemens, Sparkassen, Swiss Life, Swiss, TÜV Süd AG, Union Investment, VGH Versicherungen, Volksbanken-Raiffeisenbanken, ZDF, and many more

“Let me get straight to the point: The presentation by Urs Meier's presentation made a successful day, with great technical content and a beautiful atmosphere. Urs Meier delivered the presentation full of motivation and passion and infected us all infected us all with it. As the saying goes: 'Only those who burn themselves can ignite others! This was more than successful. We are thrilled! A 'perfect interplay' – just like the motto of the day. motto of the day.”

Giorgio Assenza, Siemens AG

“Urs Meier's dinner speech was great. I would almost say sensational. It was the best at our 'Advances in Automotive Electronics' event in the last ten years. Around 600 listeners were present and absolutely thrilled. He fascinated the audience and received a standing ovation after his performance.” Dr. W. Schleuter, Süddeutscher Verlag

Publications

Mein Leben auf Ballhöhe

ISBN : 3667104448

15.21 €

Du bist die Entscheidung: Schnell und entschlossen handeln

ISBN : 3596178878

11.00 €

Amazon: Du bist die Entscheidung: Schnell und entschlossen handeln

Podcasts

Fairplay: Die innere Einstellung, die den Unterschied macht - Urs Meier im Talk mit Ulf Zinne

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Blog

Urs Meier

15. October 2018

"You are the decision."

Urs Meier, a renowned figure in football, shares insights on handling pressure and making decisions under scrutiny. He emphasizes the importance of honesty, humility, and supportive environments in dealing with the consequences of his choices.

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Top class also in the studio: Teleclub strengthens its team of experts

Urs Meier

10. April 2018

Top class also in the studio: Teleclub strengthens its team of experts

Teleclub, the only Swiss TV channel, will broadcast all UEFA Champions League and UEFA Europa League matches live next season. Former top referee Urs Meier and renowned commentator Marcel Reif join the team to enhance the coverage.

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Urs Meier

06. September 2017

In an interview with Urs Meier

Mr. Meier reflects on tough decisions as a referee, facing backlash and political involvement. Despite challenges, he emphasizes the importance of readiness, experience, and trusting instincts in making quick decisions.

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Urs Meier

Fair play is not a rule, but an attitude.