Johannes von Mandach

Vontobel Asset Management AG (Vontobel AM) is the asset management subsidiary of Vontobel Holding AG (SWX: VONN) in Switzerland. Founded in 1988, the firm is headquartered in Zurich and manages assets for institutional clients and the Vontobel Group's pension funds. Vontobel AM is a socially responsible investor and signatory to the UN Principles for Responsible Investment (UNPRI).

Alfred Berg Kapitalforvaltning AS (AB Kapital) is the Norwegian investment management subsidiary of BNP Paribas Asset Management France SAS, itself a subsidiary of BNP Paribas SA (EPA: BNP; ADR: BNPQY) in France. Headquartered in Oslo, the firm was founded in 1989 and initially known as Industrifinans Fondsforvaltning AS. They merged with Alfred Berg Fondforvaltning AS in 2000 and was renamed Alfred Berg Kapitalforvaltning AS in 2008 after ABN AMRO's asset management business was acquired by Fortis SA/NV. AB Kapital manages mutual funds for institutions, private individuals, pension funds and third party distributors. They are a socially responsible investor which incorporates ethical, legal, social and environmental criteria in their investment process.

deVGen NV provides biotechnology services for the pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries. It innovates in crop protection research and environment induced stress tolerance for its own crops and provides technology to corporate partners. The firm produces and sells its hybrid seeds in field crops such as rice, sunflower, sorghum and pearl millet in the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia. The company was founded by Thierry Bogaert on September 10, 1997 and is headquartered in Ghent, Belgium.

Zürcher Kantonalbank (Broker) (ZKB-Broker) is the brokerage business unit of Zürcher Kantonalbank, a state-owned full-service bank founded in 1870, which is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland. They conduct all investment activities in-house including financial advisory services, research, trading, and asset management. ZKB-Broker is an active trader in securities, foreign currencies, banknotes, precious metals, commodity contracts and financial derivatives on their own account and on behalf of third-party customers. The bank provides underwriting services in domestic debt and equity markets, sales and trading of listed domestic warrants and structured derivatives, and Swiss Franc foreign exchange trading. The firm offers round-the-clock market-making in credit default swaps from Swiss issuers. Their research covers a broad international investment universe and maintains a successful equity, bonds and sustainability research capability, together with independent investment fund research.

Part of Whirlpool Corp., Expomobilia AG designs exhibits and trade show booths. The company is based in Effretikon, Switzerland. Jean-Marc Devaud has been the CEO of the Swiss company since 2008.

Zürcher Kantonalbank (Investment Management) (ZKB-IM) is the investment management division of Zürcher Kantonalbank, a Swiss full-service bank headquartered in Zurich. Founded in 1870, ZKB-IM performs the bank's investment activities, including financial advisory services, research, trading, and asset management. The asset management division provides investment solutions for institutional, corporate and private clients, managing discretionary mandates and the ZKB range of mutual funds. Their mission includes fostering economic growth in the Canton of Zurich.

Schweizerische Mobiliar Versicherungsgesellschaft AG engages in the provision of insurance and reinsurance products. Its insurance portfolio focuses on home and property; vehicles and travel; as well as health and prevention. The company was founded in 1826 and is headquartered in Bern, Switzerland.

Schweizerische Mobiliar Asset Management AG (Schweizerische Mobiliar AM) is the asset management subsidiary of Schweizerische Mobiliar Holding AG, itself a subsidiary of Schweizerische Mobiliar Genossenschaft AG in Switzerland. Established in 1826, the firm is based in Berne and has a network of real estate partners throughout Switzerland. They operate as an independent fund management firm, providing the Group’s institutional asset and pension fund management, as well as managing the MobiFonds range of funds for individual and institutional investors.

Stiftung Avenir Suisse develops ideas for the sociopolitical and economic development of Switzerland. It comprises of companies and private individuals from all economic branches and regions of Switzerland. The company was founded in 1999 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Part of Computershare Ltd., SIX Securities Services AG is a Swiss company that provides clearing, settlement, risk management, and offers securities trading and financial information services. The company is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

The European Finance Association is a non profit organization which aims to foster a professional society for academics, practitioners, and doctoral students who are interested in financial management and financial theory. The company was founded in 1974 and is headquartered in Brussels, Belgium.

E3 AG is a Swiss software company that specializes in developing future-proof solutions for data protection and cybersecurity. The private company is based in Zurich, Switzerland, and has subsidiaries in Germany. The company helps businesses understand their internal processes and comply with data protection regulations. The company's focus is on secure digitalization and creating value for their clients while protecting their data from loss and cyber attacks. E3 was founded in 2000 by Thomas Fürling, who has been the CEO since then.

Berner Kantonalbank AG (Investment Management) (BEKB) is the investment management division of State-owned Berner Kantonalbank AG in Switzerland. Headquartered in Bern, BEKB was founded in 1834 and offers innovative asset management solutions for private individuals as well as for business and corporate customers - particularly for SMEs.

Part of UBS Group AG, UBS Switzerland AG is a Swiss company that provides wealth management, retail and corporate banking services. The company is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

Bregal Unternehmerkapital GmbH (Bregal Unternehmerkapital) is a private equity firm founded in 2013. The firm is headquartered in Munich, Germany.

digitalswitzerland operates as a cross-industry association that connects established business. The company was founded in January 2015 and is headquartered in Zurich, Switzerland.

Business Angels Switzerland (BAS) is an independent angel association of about 100 members founded in 1997. It is headquartered in Neuchatel, Switzerland.

SIGNA Sports United GmbH engages in the operation of an e-commerce platform for sporting goods and sports apparel. Its products include bicycles and components, tennis equipment, outdoor clothing and equipment, as well as team-sportswear and lifestyle apparel. The company was founded on August 30, 2016 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Evaluescience AG provides consulting and research services. The private company is based in Switzerland, Switzerland. The Swiss company was founded by Michael Hengartner.

Europa Institut im Kolping-Bildungswerk GmbH operates as a management school. The private company is based in Stuttgart, Germany. The German company was founded in 1983. The CEO is Niels Joeres.

SIGNA Retail Selection AG provides management and administration services. The private company is based in Zurich, Switzerland.

World Minds Management AG is an invitation-only community of 1000 individuals who are making proven contributions in science, the arts, business, and government. The private company is based in Baar, Switzerland. The Swiss company's goal is to improve the quality of decisions as private individuals, role models, and citizens of this planet, and to inspire others to do so. The community is an intellectual oasis that provides an exchange of insights without any ideology or corporate small talk. The community includes Nobel laureates, former directors of the CIA, and professors from prestigious universities. The company does not take applications to join the community, and they will contact individuals if they are interested in joining. The company was founded in 2008 by Rolf Dobelli, and the CEO is Christoph Keese.