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January 2014 eNewsletter

Happy New Year!
We hope you had a good start to the new year and wish you a prosperous and happy 2014! The BSCC started the year with three successful events: The New Year Receptions in Basel and Zurich and the Lunch with Sir Jackie Stewart in Geneva! Take a look at the event photos here. We look forward to welcoming you to one of our next events!

EU-Swiss Relations: Dead-end or progress in sight?
The relationship between Switzerland and the EU continues to prompt considerable interest and lively debate. In this context, the BSCC Berne Chapter is delighted that Yves Rossier, State Secretary at the Federal Department of Foreign Affairs (EDA), has agreed to present his views at a BSCC event on this important dossier. Mr Rossier’s portfolio includes, inter alia, cooperation with the United Nations, developing relations with the European Union, and security and peace policy. Join us in Berne on Thursday, 30th January 2014 for a European start to 2014!
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“Flash charging…in Geneva?!”
If you have never heard of “flash charging” and  TOSA, Tuesday 4th February will be your chance to learn more! This brilliant, joint project between BSCC Business Award-winning ABB Sécheron and Transports publics genevois (TPG) is the way to the future for urban, bus transport systems, lower costs and pollution reduction. You can ride on the TOSA between the Crowne Plaza Geneva and Palexpo and learn more by listening to Olivier Augé (ABB) and Thierry Wagenknecht (TPG) at “Speakers’ Corner" on the 4th February 2014.
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Herzog & de Meuron private guided tour of Messe Basel on Wednesday, 12th February 2014
Courtesy of MCH Messe Schweiz and the renowned Basel-based architectural practice Herzog & de Meuron, we offer the unique opportunity of a guided tour around the new MCH Basel, which is home to many renowned global exhibitions including the Baselworld Watch and Jewellery Fair and ART Basel. Stefan Marback and Tobias Winkelmann of Herzog & de Meuron, the architects responsible for the design and construction of this impressive exhibition centre, will be on hand to answer tour participants' questions.
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First / Names Group is the new Sponsor of the Zurich Chapter "Stammtisch"
We are delighted to announce that First / Names Group will be sponsoring the Zurich Chapter "Stammtisch". We look forward to welcoming members and guests to our lively networking gatherings in 2014 together with First / Names Group. The next "Stammtisch" will take place on Tuesday, 11th February 2014 at the James Joyce Pub.
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Member of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire awarded to Geneva Chapter Committee Member: Eleanor Cummings Baha
The New Year Honours citation read:
“For services to British commercial interests in Switzerland: Mrs Eleanor Cummings Baha. Trade Attaché,  British  Embassy  Berne, Switzerland.” If ever an honour for diligence, effort and accomplishment were well-deserved, it was the M.B.E. awarded to our esteemed Geneva Chapter Committee colleague. Congratulations, Eleanor! 

Christmas Reception in London
On Monday, 9 December 2013 over 140 guests gathered at the Swiss Embassy to attend the annual Swiss Business Hub UK Christmas Reception in co-operation with the BSCC. HE Ambassador Dominik Furgler opened proceedings and Thorsten Terweiden and Geraldine Mortby of the Swiss Business Hub provided some insights into the Hub's activities over the past year. Guests were regaled with delicious Swiss wines, chocolates and canapés, courtesy of Nick Dobson Alpine Wines, Beschle Chocolatier Suisse and Tibits, and in accordance with tradition, the names of three lucky attendees were selected in the prize draw. This year’s event was generously sponsored by London City Airport and Capital Private Wealth SA.
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NEW MEMBERS IN DECEMBER

Paula Gildert, Basel
Paula Gildert, VP Development Strategic Sourcing at Novartis International AG, has joined the Basel Chapter as an individual member.

Genève Sport SA, Geneva
Genève Sport SA is a sports marketing company that develops positive relationships between sports entities and financial partners using an innovative, dynamic and proactive approach.

pension fund pro, Geneva
In cooperation with the companies of the Tellco Group, pension fund pro develops individual solutions for second pillar employee benefits insurance. It is a leading independent BVG collective foundation with more than 6,600 affiliated companies and around 45,000 insured.

MVT architectes sa, Geneva
MVT architects sa combine architectural research, avant-garde techniques, and financial rigour with an ecobiological approach in the spirit of sustainable development.

Sports Development Marketing Sarl, Geneva
Sports Development Marketing Sarl are the organisers of the Geneva 2014 International Sports Convention. SDM's primary business activity are sports events, conferences, exhibitions and networking events.

Mark Kissack, Geneva
Mark Kissack of Kissack Consulting has joined the Geneva Chapter as an individual member.

Dorchester Clubs Limited, UK
Dorchester Clubs Limited is a networking organisation linking senior PAs and Executive Assistants in the UK and Zurich, including neighbouring areas.

Solidinvest AG, Zurich
As an independent Swiss provider Solidinvest AG manages the assets of its clients on a personalized basis and provides comprehensive counsel in all issues related to financing.



Platinum Patrons: Deloitte AG, Julius Bär, Syngenta, UBS and Zurich Insurance

Patrons: ABB, Blick Rothenberg, BSI SA, Coutts & Co, Credit Suisse, EY, KPMG, Lloyd’s and Thomas Eggar LLP

BSCC Events

Tues 28.01.2014 - Geneva: Burns Night
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Thurs 30.01.2014 - Bern: EU-Swiss Relations: Dead-end or progress in sight?
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Mon 03.02.2014 - Zug: "Stammtisch" - Informal Get-Together at the City Garden Hotel

Tues 04.02.2014 - Geneva: Speakers' Corner at the Crowne Plaza Geneva

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Tues 11.02.2014 - 
Zürich: "Stammtisch" - Informal Get-Together at the James Joyce Pub

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Wed 12.02.2014 - Basel: Herzog & de Meuron Private Guided Tour of Messe Basel
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Thurs 20.02.2014 - Basel: "Stammtisch" - Informal Get-Together at Campari Bar
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Thurs 27.02.2014 - Geneva: Business Luncheon and Book Signing with Diccon Bewes

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Tues 04.03.2014 - Geneva: Great British Breakfast with Hans-Joerg Rudloff Save the date!

Thurs 06.03.2014 - Zurich: Curry Night!
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