The financial world in Europe is still reeling from the collapse of Rene Benko’s Signa Group, one of the largest and most scandalous bankruptcies in European history. Amid the rubble, a curious pattern has emerged: leading figures from the World Economic Council (WEC) — including Robert Schimanko, Thomas Limberger, and their legal advisor and business partner William H. Shawn — have quietly moved into strategic leadership positions within foundations linked to Benko.
As a financial intelligence platform, we at FinTelegram have uncovered a network of connections that demand answers — and we are turning to you, the public, for help.
Why the WEC Is Now in the Spotlight
The WEC, headquartered at Tuchlauben 7A in Vienna’s Goldenes Quartier, presents itself as a prestigious business forum. But its corporate structure is far from typical: instead of being organized as a non-profit NGO, the WEC is registered in Austria as a limited liability company (WEC World Economic Council GmbH). Two of its board members, Thomas Limberger and Peter (Heinz) Nußbaum, also sit on the board of the Berlin-based IWS-WEC, an NGO with a similar name — and Robert Schimanko is listed as a supervisory board member there.
The links between these entities have become even more questionable in light of recent events:
- In November 2024, Thomas Limberger was appointed to the board of the Laura Private Foundation, and Robert Schimanko to the board of the INGBE Foundation — both of which are under investigation by Austrian prosecutors for being vehicles for asset management and concealment by Benko.
- Schimanko has also reportedly acted as Benko’s personal buyer, acquiring luxury goods — including watches, bracelets, cufflinks, and even a boat — from the Signa estate, raising strong suspicions of asset transfers.
- One of the WEC’s “Ambassadors,” Moshe Buller, an Israeli cybersecurity expert, was reportedly hired by Signa in 2023 to spy on business partners, suggesting a long-standing operational overlap between WEC and Benko’s inner circle.
Disclaimer: We expressly clarify that we are not accusing WEC, SilverArrow Capital, or the individuals involved of engaging in illegal or improper conduct. However, in light of the scale of the Signa bankruptcy and the ongoing criminal investigations across multiple jurisdictions, we believe that ensuring transparency around the circumstances and networks connected to this case is firmly in the public interest.
Key Questions for the Public
- Why is the WEC, an organization that normally operates discreetly, now so deeply embedded in Benko’s post-collapse environment?
- What is the true purpose of the WEC and its affiliated entities?
- Are these individuals helping to uncover missing funds — or are they aiding in the quiet restructuring or redirection of assets?
Key Individuals and Entities in the WEC–Benko Network
| Name / Entity | Role / Title | Connections to Rene Benko & Network | Related Websites |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thomas Limberger | Board Member, WECBoard Member, Laura FoundationCo-owner, SilverArrow | Connected to Benko’s Laura Privatstiftung (foundation); Appeared in Mar-a-Lago with Schimanko & Shawn; | silverarrowcapital.com wec.global wec-iws.de |
| Robert Schimanko | Board Member, WECSupervisory Board Member, IWS-WECBoard Member, INGBE FoundationCo-owner, SilverArrow | Board Member in Benko’s INGBE Stiftung (foundation) Acted as buyer for Benko from Signa estate; Mentioned in CIA report on Madoff/MIF scandals | silverarrowcapital.com wec.global wec-iws.de |
| William H. Shawn | US LawyerPartner, SilverArrow Capital AmericasWEC Ambassador | WEC Ambassador; SilverArrow Capital Group partner; | silverarrowcapital.com wec.global shawncoulson.com |
| Moshe Buller | Cybersecurity ExpertAmbassador at WEC | Conducted surveillance for Signa in 2023Operates intelligence agency used by Benko | iia-investigations.com wec.global |
| SilverArrow Capital Group | Investment & Advisory Firm | Board includes Limberger and Schimanko; Host ambassadors like Shawn and Buller | silverarrowcapital.com |
| World Economic Council (WEC) Wien | The board includes Limberger and Schimanko; Host ambassadors like Shawn and Buller; | The board includes Limberger and Schimanko; Host ambassadors like Shawn and Buller | wec.global |
| Internationaler Wirtschaftssenat (IWS) Berlin | NGO registered in Germany as part of the WEC | Leadership overlaps with WEC (Limberger & Nußbaum on board; Schimanko on supervisory board) | wec-iws.de |
| International Intelligence Agency (IIA) | Private intelligence firm operated by Moshe Buller | Conducted covert operations for Signa; Closely aligned with WEC and Benko surveillance activities | iia-investigations.com |
We Need Your Help
If you have insider knowledge, documents, or credible information about the WEC, its leadership, or its links to Rene Benko, Signa Group, the Laura Foundation, INGBE Foundation, or IWS-WEC, we urge you to come forward.
Your identity will be protected. We encourage secure communication via encrypted channels and support whistleblowers through our platform Whistle42.com.
What We’re Investigating Further
- Financial transactions or consulting mandates between WEC members and Signa-related entities
- Communications or contracts involving Moshe Buller, especially in the context of surveillance or intelligence operations for Signa
- Internal WEC documentation on its corporate mission, funding sources, or political affiliations
- Any evidence of WEC involvement in asset transfers, restructuring schemes, or reputational defense efforts on behalf of Benko
Why It Matters
The public has a right to know who is protecting the interests of one of Europe’s most controversial financiers. The fact that key WEC personnel are not distancing themselves from Benko, but rather integrating deeper into his network, raises serious red flags. Transparency, accountability, and investigative pressure are now more important than ever.
Submit information now via Whistle42.com or reach out to FinTelegram’s editorial team securely. The truth deserves to be exposed — and your information could make all the difference.
