Our Story
LEAU started with a simple moment between friends and has evolved rather organically since inception.
– like it was our calling.
The idea, the moment
Kiara and Nicole were snowboarding in LAAX when a simple frustration sparked an idea: sparkling water in Switzerland was either too sweet or artificial. What was missing? A lighter, elevated kind of refreshment.
The beginning
That conversation was the beginning of LEAU. What started as a casual idea turned into a shared vision – to create an infused Swiss sparkling water that still feels like water. Light, refreshing, and natural. Something that makes hydration feel less like a chore and more like a small ritual.
Kiara Schwartz, co-founder
She is a multidisciplinary creative working across photography, brand building, and visual design.
“I never imagined sparkling water would be what I’d create,” she says. “But the moment I spoke the idea out loud, I couldn’t stop thinking about it. Nicole and I naturally share a clear vision of what we’re building.”
Nicole Weber, co-founder
Nicole Weber, co-founder, is a graphic designer, website and product engineer with a background in operations and sales.
“When Kiara shared the idea, my first thought was how naturally our skills fit together. Together, our experiences amplify each other. We’re open-minded, bouncing ideas back and forth, shaping a vision we couldn’t have achieved alone. LEAU has become more than a project – it’s a space where our skills and experiences come together to create something special.”