BSCC Annual General Meeting 2013
We would like to inform members that the BSCC Annual General Meeting will take place at 11.00 am on Monday 10th June, at the Zunfhaus zur Meisen. The meeting will be followed by aperitifs and lunch, to which we are pleased to welcome as our guest speaker, Sergio Ermotti, Group CEO, of UBS AG.
Registrations will be open shortly.
"Sechseläuten" on 15th April in Zurich -
Some background on the Swiss tradition
This Zurich spring custom, "Sechseläuten", got its unusual name from the 14th century tradition of ringing a Grossmünster bell at 6 pm to proclaim the start of the summer. Since the 20th century, every third Monday in April, the members of all the 25 guilds proceed through the city. At 6 pm, the "Böögg", or snowman, symbol of the wintertime, awaits his fiery and explosive end. Groups representing some of the guilds, gallop around him until the Böögg explodes. The quicker his symbolic end occurs, the sooner the long awaited spring comes. Between the 14th and 18th century, the guilds were instrumental in shaping the professional and social life of the city of Zurich. At the exhibition Zunftstadt Zürich visitors can witness the story of "Sechseläuten".
Art, Business and Money Seminar 2013
To coincide with Art Basel 2013, the BSCC and COBCOE (Council of British Chambers of Commerce in Europe) are delighted to announce their 5th Art, Business & Money Seminar on the theme How to make art history - Validating art and artists. This year's panellists will be Peter Davies, Artist, Jessica Morgan, Senior Curator, Tate Modern, and Simon de Pury, Former Head, Philips de Pury. The seminar will be moderated by Sarah Thornton, Art Critic and Author of 7 Days in the Art World.
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The British-Swiss Business Awards 2013 launches call for entries!
The BSCC is delighted to announce the launch of the third annual British-Swiss Business Awards programme, together with Lloyds TSB Private Banking. If you are doing business between Switzerland and the UK and meet the eligibility criteria you should apply and celebrate your success: Business Awards Website
Putting a value on health and innovation – examples from UK/EU and Switzerland
On Monday, 22 April, an evening event in Basel with focus on the healthcare sector will be hosted in association with SFL Regulatory Affairs. Experts from SFL and F. Hoffman-La Roche will examine health policy trends and highlight the key factors that are influencing the development of new drugs and patients' access to these therapies. These important themes will be illustrated with examples from Switzerland and the UK. There will also be plenty of opportunity for attendees to network.
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City Week 2013: 22nd - 24th April in London
City Week is the global forum at which senior members of the international financial services community gather to discuss the key developments affecting global financial markets. City Week is organised under a partnership between UKTI, TheCityUK and City & Financial. Ministers Greg Clark MP and Lord Green will be speaking at the event. Alongside a host of international speakers, Michael Ambühl, State Secretariat for International Financial Matters, Anne Héritier Lachat, Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority and Patrick Odier, Lombard Odier Darier Hentsch & Cie; Swiss Bankers Association will also be participating in the programme.
Supported by the BSCC
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New Book: SWISS MADE by James Breiding
A new book, Swiss Made by Zurich-based James Breiding, takes a lively analytical look at why Switzerland, a tiny land-locked country with few natural advantages, has been so successful for so long at so many things. Detailed chapters on key sectors – from food and watchmaking, through finance and pharmaceuticals, all the way to engineering – include profiles of leading Swiss companies. Done with great style and illustrated throughout, there has been no book like this before. As Larry Summers has described it, ‘This important book makes a very strong case for the Swiss model.’ In Paul Volker’s view, ‘This book has lessons for all.’ Published by Profile Books, it is available from good bookshops and online retailers such as Amazon. For bulk orders contact swissmade@profilebooks.com
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STEP Private Client Awards
The STEP Private Client Awards highlight excellence among private client solicitors/attorneys, accountants, barristers, bankers, trust managers and financial advisors. With categories ranging from Boutique Firm of the Year to Investment Team of the Year, the STEP Private Client Awards are an exceptional opportunity to demonstrate excellence to your peer group and your clients. The Awards judges assess entries and shortlist up to five nominees per category. They are supported by a Panel of Experts selected by the judges and represent internationally renowned lawyers, accountants, barristers and trust companies.
Enter before 31 May 2013 at STEP Private Clients Awards
The Orchestre de la Suisse Romande (OSR) in the UK for the first time with Neeme Järvi
On this rare three-date tour, Neeme Järvi, artistic and musical director of the internationally renowned OSR, will conduct a programme including Tchaikovsky’s much-loved Symphony No. 6, ‘Pathétique’, and Grieg’s Piano Concert in A minor, Op. 16 with Russian virtuoso pianist Boris Berezovsky. Alongside these orchestral masterpieces, the orchestra also performs a work by Järvi’s Estonian countryman, Arvo Pärt, with a waltzing tribute to the creator of Paris’ most well-known and symbolic monument; Gustave Eiffel.
21 May 2013 – Birmingham, Symphony Hall
22 May 2013 – Manchester, Bridgewater Hall
24 May 2013 – London, Royal Festival Hall
Special discounts for BSCC members and friends!
Book Tickets
Sandler Training - Executive Sales Workshop
Building sales during the recession
Few business leaders believe that the sales approach they are taking truly generates the sales their organisations deserve. This workshop will focus on the major challenges people face when planning for sustained business growth and some of the best practice solutions that are available. The workshop outlines the radical approach to building a business, developed by Sandler and used globally across countless businesses.
Thursday, 25.04.2013, from 6.00 pm in Zurich
Fee: CHF 20.00 for BSCC members (50% discount)
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NEW MEMBERS IN MARCH
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Moor & Bachmann AG, Basel Chapter
Moor & Bachmann AG is active in the field of wealth management and family office services.
Bourg Besson Ltd, Central Switzerland Chapter
Bourg Besson Ltd specialises in the rental of chalets and villa properties.
AC Consulting SA, Geneva Chapter
AC Consulting SA was established in 1985, to respond to the growing need for independent and high quality professional consulting services across a wide spectrum of IT activities.
E.G.Arghyrakis, UK Chapter
Founded in 2003, E.G. Arghyrakis specialises in shipping, commodities, insurance and commercial litigation.
Giovanni Barone Adesi, has joined the Ticino Chapter as an individual member.
Suryia Graf-Hill has joined the Zürich Chapter as an individual member.
Jonathan Coups has joined the Zürich Chapter as an individual member.
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Platinum Patrons: Credit Suisse, Deloitte AG, Julius Bär, Syngenta, Zurich and Jeeves Group
Patrons: ABB, Blick Rothenberg, BSI SA, Coutts & Co, EFG Bank, Ernst & Young, KPMG AG, Lloyd’s and Pritchard Englefield
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