About Us
Stefan Rau
Co-Founder & CEO
Business & Strategy | Chess Player | Marketing Lead
Stefan leads ChessLine's vision, strategy and business growth. With a background in business administration and marketing and a deep passion for chess, he combines entrepreneurial thinking with practical chess experience. His mission is to make advanced chess training accessible to everyone, using cutting-edge AI to deliver personalized, easy-to-understand recommendations.
Stefan's personal experience in competitive chess inspired the creation of ChessLine, addressing common pain points such as preparing openings efficiently, saving time, and making smart decisions in-game. His business acumen ensures ChessLine is built for long-term success, bringing chess players a tool that evolves with their skill level.
- Carl leads the technical development of ChessLine, ensuring that the platform is:
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Fast and scalable, handling millions of chess positions efficiently.•
User-friendly, designed with a strong focus on intuitive interaction and smooth gameplay.•
Continuously improving, with regular updates and technical enhancements.
His expertise ensures that ChessLine remains a powerful, practical tool that chess players of all levels can rely on.
Carl von Burg
Co-Founder & CTO
Software Engineer | Chess Player | Technical Lead
Carl is the technical driving force behind ChessLine, ensuring that cutting-edge AI technology and real-world chess training merge into one seamless experience. His background is deeply rooted in practical software development, having completed an IT apprenticeship before earning a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at FHNW. This unique blend of hands-on experience and academic knowledge allows Carl to develop, implement, and optimize ChessLine's technology in a way that is both efficient and player-focused.
Stefan Rau
Co-Founder & CEO
Business & Strategy | Chess Player | Marketing Lead
Stefan leads ChessLine's vision, strategy and business growth. With a background in business administration and marketing and a deep passion for chess, he combines entrepreneurial thinking with practical chess experience. His mission is to make advanced chess training accessible to everyone, using cutting-edge AI to deliver personalized, easy-to-understand recommendations.
Stefan's personal experience in competitive chess inspired the creation of ChessLine, addressing common pain points such as preparing openings efficiently, saving time, and making smart decisions in-game. His business acumen ensures ChessLine is built for long-term success, bringing chess players a tool that evolves with their skill level.
Carl von Burg
Co-Founder & CTO
Software Engineer | Chess Player | Technical Lead
Carl is the technical driving force behind ChessLine, ensuring that cutting-edge AI technology and real-world chess training merge into one seamless experience. His background is deeply rooted in practical software development, having completed an IT apprenticeship before earning a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at FHNW. This unique blend of hands-on experience and academic knowledge allows Carl to develop, implement, and optimize ChessLine's technology in a way that is both efficient and player-focused.
- Carl leads the technical development of ChessLine, ensuring that the platform is:
•
Fast and scalable, handling millions of chess positions efficiently.•
User-friendly, designed with a strong focus on intuitive interaction and smooth gameplay.•
Continuously improving, with regular updates and technical enhancements.
His expertise ensures that ChessLine remains a powerful, practical tool that chess players of all levels can rely on.
Our Vision:
Shaping the Future of Chess Training
At ChessLine, we believe that chess is more than just a game – it's a powerful tool for developing mental strength, strategic thinking, and connecting people worldwide. Our vision is to provide a revolutionary, AI-driven training experience that adapts to each player, helping them train smarter, improve faster, and reach their full potential. We envision a world where every player—beginner, club player, or professional—has access to cutting-edge, personalized training that enhances their skills efficiently.
Future of Chess Training
Becoming the go-to-tool for champions
Core Values
Trust, customer experience, and innovation
Vision
Shaping the future of chess training
Making Chess Learning Accessible & Enjoyable
Enhancing accessibility and enjoyment
Core Beliefs
Lifelong journey and adaptive training
Our Core Beliefs
- • Chess is a lifelong journey—learning should be engaging, personal, and never-ending.
- • Training should adapt to the player—not the other way around.
- • Technology should empower players, making learning faster, more effective, and enjoyable.
Our Core Values
- • Trust: We are committed to transparency and integrity, ensuring that ChessLine remains a trusted platform for every chess player.
- • Customer Experience First: We design ChessLine to be easy to use, interactive, and highly effective. Every feature is created with the player's improvement and enjoyment in mind.
- • Flexibility & Innovation: The chess world is constantly evolving, and so is ChessLine. We adapt quickly to new technologies, trends, and player needs.
Our Purpose
Making Chess Learning Accessible & Enjoyable
Chess is a game that offers social, cognitive, and strategic benefits—but many players struggle with learning it effectively. Our goal is to:
- • Increase understanding of chess through AI-driven, personalized recommendations.
- • Make learning enjoyable by providing intuitive, engaging, and efficient training methods.
- • Inspire more people to play chess, unlocking their full mental potential.
Our Mission: The Future of Chess Training
Within the next 10 years, ChessLine aims to become the go-to training tool for future chess champions.
Join us on this journey and revolutionize your chess training with ChessLine!
Our Journey & Milestones
Foundation
of ChessLine
Alpha version
release
Goal: 100,000+
users worldwide
Join Us on This Journey!
Whether you're a beginner, a tournament player or a professional chess player, ChessLine is designed to help you improve efficiently.