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Isabelle von Ribbentrop

Global Head of Branding, Advertising & Sponsoring, Executive Director of Prix Pictet

London, UK

Isabelle von Ribbentrop

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Isabelle von Ribbentrop’s Biography

Isabelle von Ribbentrop is Global Head of Branding, Advertising & Sponsoring at the Pictet Group, a leading investment firm headquartered in Geneva. She also serves as Pictet’s Head of Communications in London where she is based, and is an Executive Director of the Prix Pictet photography award.

Bella's wide-ranging responsibilities include developing and implementing the group’s branding and corporate identity, advertising, event management, film and photography, social media and podcasts, and overseeing Pictet’s strategic philanthropy. Her innovative and creative approach has not only elevated the company's profile but has also helped establish Pictet Group as a patron of the arts and a supporter of cultural initiatives worldwide.

As Executive Director of the Prix Pictet, Bella has been pivotal in the evolution of this prestigious photography award and its mission to use the power of photography to focus global attention on the pressing issues of sustainability and the environment. Since its creation in 2008, the Prix Pictet has become the world’s leading photography award highlighting... Isabelle von Ribbentrop is Global Head of Branding, Advertising & Sponsoring at the Pictet Group, a leading investment firm headquartered in Geneva. She also serves as Pictet’s Head of Communications in London where she is based, and is an Executive Director of the Prix Pictet photography award.

Bella's wide-ranging responsibilities include developing and implementing the group’s branding and corporate identity, advertising, event management, film and photography, social media and podcasts, and overseeing Pictet’s strategic philanthropy. Her innovative and creative approach has not only elevated the company's profile but has also helped establish Pictet Group as a patron of the arts and a supporter of cultural initiatives worldwide.

As Executive Director of the Prix Pictet, Bella has been pivotal in the evolution of this prestigious photography award and its mission to use the power of photography to focus global attention on the pressing issues of sustainability and the environment. Since its creation in 2008, the Prix Pictet has become the world’s leading photography award highlighting the environmental challenges facing the planet.

In addition to her corporate achievements, Bella is a committed philanthropist. Together with her father and brother, she founded the Elisabeth von Senden Foundation which seeks to provide psychological support for cancer patients and is named after Bella's late mother. Bella is also a member of King’s College London’s fundraising Campaign Board, a Board Member of the V&A’s Photograph Acquisition Group, a Trustee of The Contemporary Art Society, and sits on The National Gallery's Development Board.

She holds an MA in Imperial and Commonwealth History from King's College, London, and a BA Hons in History, Politics and Philosophy from the Humboldt University, Berlin. READ MORE VIEW LESS

Isabelle von Ribbentrop’s Newsfeed

The Business Times, Singapore

Changing the world, one snapshot at a time

Executive director Isabelle von Ribbentrop explains that what sets Prix Pictet apart from other photography awards is its focus on sustainability and the use of photography to address pressing environmental and social concerns.

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The Guardian

Gauri Gill wins Prix Pictet

The Indian photographer Gauri Gill has won the 10th cycle of the Prix Pictet photography award.

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Isabelle von Ribbentrop’s Background

Pictet Group

Global Head of Branding, Advertising & Sponsoring

Feb 2020 - Present

London, UK

Pictet Group is a globally renowned Swiss private bank and investment firm, recognised for its heritage of financial expertise, wealth management, and commitment to sustainable investments.

Prix Pictet Limited

Executive Director

May 2008 - Present

London, UK

The Prix Pictet is a prestigious photography prize established by the Pictet Group in 2008. Since then it has become one of the world’s most important arts prizes focused on environmental issues. Each cycle of the award has highlighted a different facet of sustainability, and the theme of the current cycle is Human.

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Isabelle von Ribbentrop’s Gallery

Isabelle von Ribbentrop on stage announcing the new theme for Prix Pictet, Storm.

Bella von Ribbentrop at a cocktail party with Bill Ewing and the Director of the Recontres of Arles.

Bella von Ribbentrop on stage announcing the Prix Pictet theme 'Storm'

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at Prix Pictet 'Hope' event in London

Bella von Ribbentrop at Fire Award Cerempony

Gauri Gill winning the Prix Pictet 'Human' Award with Isabelle von Ribbentrop in the background.

V&A frontage for Prix Pictet 'Human' Award in September 2023

Bella von Ribbentrop at the Prix Pictet Award ceremony September 2023

Isabelle von Ribbentrop presenting at the Prix Pictet September 2023

Isabelle von Ribbentrop embracing winner of the Prix Pictet, Gauri Gill

Isabelle von Ribbentrop at an event in Arles, France

Isabelle von Ribbentrop announces Prix Pictet shortlist for Human in Arles, France

Isabelle von Ribbentrop talking to Prix Pictet shortlisters, Photo London

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop announcing shorlist for Prix Pictet Human in Arles, France

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at the Fire award ceremony

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at The Serpentine Gallery.

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at Prix Pictet talk event, Photo London

Bella von Ribbentrop at London event Prix Pictet Hope

Bella von Ribbentrop at Fire Award ceremony

Bella von Ribbentrop at a talk, Photo London

Isabelle von Ribbentrop Fire talk at Photo London, shortlisters

Isabelle von Ribbentrop on stage announcing the new theme for Prix Pictet, Storm.

Bella von Ribbentrop at a cocktail party with Bill Ewing and the Director of the Recontres of Arles.

Bella von Ribbentrop on stage announcing the Prix Pictet theme 'Storm'

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at Prix Pictet 'Hope' event in London

Bella von Ribbentrop at Fire Award Cerempony

Gauri Gill winning the Prix Pictet 'Human' Award with Isabelle von Ribbentrop in the background.

V&A frontage for Prix Pictet 'Human' Award in September 2023

Bella von Ribbentrop at the Prix Pictet Award ceremony September 2023

Isabelle von Ribbentrop presenting at the Prix Pictet September 2023

Isabelle von Ribbentrop embracing winner of the Prix Pictet, Gauri Gill

Isabelle von Ribbentrop at an event in Arles, France

Isabelle von Ribbentrop announces Prix Pictet shortlist for Human in Arles, France

Isabelle von Ribbentrop talking to Prix Pictet shortlisters, Photo London

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop announcing shorlist for Prix Pictet Human in Arles, France

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at the Fire award ceremony

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at The Serpentine Gallery.

Isabelle Von Ribbentrop at Prix Pictet talk event, Photo London

Bella von Ribbentrop at London event Prix Pictet Hope

Bella von Ribbentrop at Fire Award ceremony

Bella von Ribbentrop at a talk, Photo London

Isabelle von Ribbentrop Fire talk at Photo London, shortlisters

Advisory Roles

The Contemporary Art Society

Trustee

London, UK

The Contemporary Art Society, founded in 1910, champions contemporary art and craft for UK public collections. It supports artists, curators, and collectors through acquisitions, exhibitions, and educational programs, enriching cultural heritage nationwide.

The National Gallery

Development Board Member

London, UK

Isabelle sits on the Development Board of The National Gallery, an art museum in Trafalgar Square in London that houses a collection of over 2,300 paintings.

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Other Business Interests

The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences

Executive Judge for The Anthem Awards

New York, NY, USA

Established in 1998, The International Academy of Digital Arts and Sciences (IADAS) celebrates the best in websites, videos, advertising, mobile apps, and social media through its annual awards, judged by industry leaders and creative celebrities.

Young Artists Photography Competition

Judge

London, UK

The Young Artists Photography Competition was founded by BAFTA and multi-award winning artist Alison Jackson. It's a community-focused photography competition open to anyone interested in photography, regardless of their skill level or age. Participants can use a phone or camera to capture a photo of Chelsea, no matter where they live, work, or study.

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Media

The Bigger Picture Podcast: Special guest Isabelle von Ribbentrop

Podcast

Oct 2023

London, UK

In this podcast Iabelle von Ribbentrop talks about how Prix Pictet evolved into the world’s leading photography prize highlighting the environmental challenges facing the planet.

Found in Conversation: Confidence in Full Bloom with Viv Groskop

Podcast

Jul 2023

London, UK

In this episode of Pictet’s ‘Found In Conversation’ podcast series, Isabelle von Ribbentrop meets Viv Groskop. In this conversation, Viv shares tips on being confident while staying true to yourself.

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Interviews

Monocle on Culture: Summer Art Special

Interviewee

Jul 2024

In this episode of Monocle on Culture, Lucrezia Motta talks to Bella von Ribbentrop about the new Prix Pictet theme, 'Storm' (11.11). Bella explains the thinking behind the latest theme, highlighting the positive aspects that result from a storm, such as resilience, regeneration and renewal.

Radio Interview with Isabelle von Ribbentrop at Guardian Radio in The Bahamas

Interviewee

Nov 2023

Nassau, BS

Appearing as a guest on Morning Blend, the morning news and talk radio show on Guardian Radio, Bella talks about the origins of Prix Pictet and its journey to The Bahamas.

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Features

Bazaar Art China: Prix Pictet

Jan 2024

Isabelle von Ribbentrop is featured in Icon Magazine

Sep 2023

Berlin, DE

ICON is the leading style magazine in the German-speaking world.

Publications

Human

Contributor

Nov 2023

London, UK

The latest Prix Pictet publication showcases more than 100 outstanding contemporary photographs by some of the world's most acclaimed photographers.

Collage: Women of the Prix Pictet Since 2008

Contributor

Dec 2022

London, UK

As well as the global exhibition that accompanies each cycle of the Prix Pictet, a high-quality book is produced. The Prix Pictet's 2022 publication features female photographers and how they are addressing sustainability issues and gender inequality in their work.

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Awards & Recognition

The Lovie Awards

Double Winner

Nov 2023

The Prix Pictet website received the coveted People's Lovie and Silver Lovie in Website and Mobile Site Craft-Best Responsive Adaptive Design. The Lovies recognise outstanding achievements in the European Internet community in culture, technology and business categories.

Training & Management Courses

Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management

Accelerated Marketing Leadership Program

Mar 2022

INSEAD Business School

Strategy & Research Program

Jun 2020

London, UK

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Charitable Interests

The Elisabeth von Senden Foundation

Founder, Fundraiser & Board member

Aug 1997 - Present

Munich, DE

The Elisabeth von Senden foundation aims to support cancer patients psychologically, as well as provide training and education for nurses by funding seminars and other initiatives. It was set up by Isabelle von Ribbentrop and her family following the long illness of Elisabeth Baroness von Senden, Isabelle's mother.

King's College London

Member of Fundraising Campaign Board

Jun 2020 - Present

London, UK

The Campaign Board plays a crucial role in overseeing and scrutinising King’s College London’s fundraising campaigns. Its focus is on supporting King's College London and its partner hospitals by identifying key fundraising priorities and providing valuable advice to King's leadership on campaign planning and delivery.

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Press Releases

Gauri Gill wins tenth Prix Pictet, World’s leading photography and sustainability award

Sep 2023

London, UK

Prix Pictet, the world's leading photography prize in sustainability, announces shortlist for 10th cycle

Jul 2023

London, UK

Isabelle von Ribbentrop’s Education

King's College London

MA, Imperial and Commonwealth History

1999 - 2000

Humboldt University of Berlin

BA Hons, History, Politics and Philosophy

1995 - 1999