Vontobel’s Post

🌟 We had a remarkable session on April 24th at the FINANZMESSE Zurich in Zürich, where our experts delved into the future challenges and opportunities for independent #wealthmanagers. 🗓️ Next Generation: Herausforderung und Chance für Vermögensverwalter 🎤 The panel provided invaluable insights into the evolving landscape of independent wealth management: Désirée Dosch, Managing Partner, Alvicus AG Tobias A. Faes, Strategic Client & Business Development Manager, Bellecapital Vivien Jain, CEO, Aquila AG Urs Vrijhof-Droese, Managing Partner, WHVP Ltd. 🔑 Key Takeaways:  - NextGen Client Engagement: Strategies to attract and retain existing assets by attracting the emerging generation.  - Organizational Strategy Development: It's crucial for firms to adapt at a strategic level, integrating new technologies and services to meet changing client expectations.  - Cultivating New Talent: Addressing the internal challenge of grooming a new generation of tech-savvy and client-focused wealth managers.  - Innovative Offerings: Wealth managers must continually innovate, creating services and products that resonate with younger clients, including sustainable and impact investing options. 📍A big thank you to all our panelists and attendees who made this event a success! #WealthManagement #NextGen #FinanceInnovation #Leadership #SPHERE #Finanzmesse #Zurich #SPHERE

What Sets Swiss Companies Apart: A Glimpse from Within Having had the privilege of working with distinguished Swiss companies like Swiss Re, Leonteq, Vontobel, and SIX Group, I've come to appreciate the unique characteristics that make them stand out. Here are a few key differentiators that contribute to their special essence: 1️⃣ Commitment to Sustainability and Long-Term Growth: Swiss companies naturally embed sustainability into their DNA, taking a leading role in advancing initiatives that align with long-term growth strategies. 2️⃣ Flat Hierarchies and Collaborative Work Culture: The approachability of leadership, reflected in casual encounters like sharing lunch in the canteen, coupled with an open-door policy, fosters a collaborative atmosphere at all organizational levels. 3️⃣ Relentless Pursuit of Efficiency: Swiss organizations prioritize efficiency through active support for Automation, Process Excellence, and Governance initiatives. 4️⃣ Embracing Change and Innovation: Securing the top spot in the Worldwide Innovation Index (https://lnkd.in/dCEt9yNE) is a testament to Swiss leadership's willingness to invest in groundbreaking areas like AI, Blockchain, Cloud, and ESG. Switzerland has emerged as a hub for innovation in recent years. 5️⃣ Diversity and Inclusion: Swiss organizations champion inclusivity across various dimensions, differentiating between external and internal stakeholders, and embracing diversity in terms of gender, age, and race. This commitment resonates from the top down, reflecting the values promoted by the leadership team. Switzerland's unique business landscape is a testament to the progressive and inclusive principles that not only drive individual organizations but also contribute to the country's global standing in innovation and sustainable business practices. 🌐💡 #swissbusiness #leadershipinsights #innovationhub #innovationculture #swisstech #swissinnovation #swissstartups #swissness #leadership

*ICYMI Olympus Named to Dow Jones Sustainability World Index for Third Consecutive Year* In our ongoing commitment to Patient Safety and Sustainability, we are pleased to announce that Olympus Corporation has been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability World Index (DJSI World) and the 2023 Dow Jones Sustainability Asia Pacific Index (DJSI Asia Pacific) for the third and fifth consecutive years, respectively. The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) are corporate sustainability evaluation indices for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) investment. Jointly developed by S&P Dow Jones Indices and RobecoSam USA Inc, the DJSI tracks the financial performances of leading companies according to ESG criteria. These indices are updated annually to include companies with excellent corporate sustainability practices. In 2023, 321 companies were admitted to the DJSI from a cohort of over 2500 organizations worldwide. In addition to "Human Rights," "Health Outcome Contribution," and "Environmental Policy & Management Systems," Olympus was recognized this year with improved scores in the areas of "Talent Attraction & Retention" and "Corporate Governance." Olympus Corporation Executive Chairman and ESG Officer, Yasuo Takeuchi, commented, “Olympus has incorporated the concept of ESG into our corporate strategy toward the realization of Our Purpose of 'making people's lives healthier, safer and more fulfilling' and is actively developing various initiatives. We are very pleased to have been selected by DJSI World for the third consecutive year, as we consider this recognition of our efforts. Olympus will continue to deliver innovations that only we can create and contribute to helping our stakeholders, including our employees, solve challenges.” You can read the full press release here: https://lnkd.in/g2RAwbiU #OlympusInAPAC #OlympusCorporation #DJSI #DowJones #sustainability #esg #sustainabilityjourney #apac #news #pressrelease

Impact metrics are not just about keeping regulators and investors happy. They can help unearth new pockets of value for companies, from talent and brand appeal to efficiency and innovation. Companies from diverse sectors such as luxury goods, chemicals, automotive, and banking are already using impact measurement and valuation to support their operational performance and top- and bottom-line objectives. Sonja Haut, head of Impact Valuation at Novartis and author of 𝘛𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘢𝘴𝘦 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘐𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵, suggests seven levers for driving business value through insights on a company’s impact: https://bit.ly/3Sat4Vw #IMDImpact #IbyIMD Vanina Farber

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💡At a time when many CEOs believe their company will not be viable in ten years if it stays on its current path, it is clear to see that the need for innovation is more pressing than ever. But what are the building blocks that organisations in the Consumer Markets industry need to have in place to foster concrete innovation? 📰 In this article, we look at three key elements that companies in the Consumer Markets industry need in order to achieve innovation excellence and become future-proof. Learn more about the article 👇 https://lnkd.in/egSmU2TA #PwCBelgium

Such great insights and advice from this expert panel. What to do about your people and need for talent came up - a lot. Whether you have a desire to exit in 5 or 15 years, preparing now is key to maximizing your EBITDA when that moment comes! #privateequity #M&A #aesthetics #insperity

💡At a time when many CEOs believe their company will not be viable in ten years if it stays on its current path, it is clear to see that the need for innovation is more pressing than ever. But what are the building blocks that organisations in the Consumer Markets industry need to have in place to foster concrete innovation? 📰 In this article, we look at three key elements that companies in the Consumer Markets industry need in order to achieve innovation excellence and become future-proof. Learn more about the article 👇 https://lnkd.in/ecgcMGHZ #PwCBelgium

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💡At a time when many CEOs believe their company will not be viable in ten years if it stays on its current path, it is clear to see that the need for innovation is more pressing than ever. But what are the building blocks that organisations in the Consumer Markets industry need to have in place to foster concrete innovation? 📰 In this article, we look at three key elements that companies in the Consumer Markets industry need in order to achieve innovation excellence and become future-proof. Learn more about the article 👇 https://lnkd.in/ecgcMGHZ #PwCBelgium