June 2021 Newsletter

I think we can all agree, that the past year has presented certain challenges. We are proud to have been able to adapt so quickly: offering high value content and access to thought leaders for our members and guests. So far we have welcomed 32 new BSCC members in 2021 and we are looking forward to working with you and supporting you as much as can. We are excited about the future and are keen to slowly return back to face-to-face meetings and start organising in-person events, regulations permitting. 

Our digital, hybrid and physical events programme in the coming months offers a variety of topics, from future of work and mental health to sustainability, healthcare and financials with high level speakers from Switzerland and the UK. For all our members, our Annual General Meeting this year has taken place in a circular format, please don't forget to register for our AGM webinar on 24th June to find out more about the results of the past year and to hear about our plans for the future. Take a look at all our upcoming events HERE.

We wish you all an enjoyable Summer and look forward to seeing as many of you as possible at our forthcoming events. If you would like to get involved more with the Chamber, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us. 

Best wishes,
Caroline Rosenberger
General Manager, The BSCC

 


New Swiss Ambassador in London

It is with great pleasure that we welcome the announcement of Markus Leitner as the new Swiss Ambassador extraordinary and plenipotentiary to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, based in London from August 2021. We look forward very much to working together with Ambassador Leitner in the coming years and to maintaining the excellent working relationship that the BSCC has with the Swiss Embassy in London.

At the same time we would like to say a most sincere thank you to Ambassador Alexandre Fasel, who has been a very great supporter of the Chamber over his four years tenure as the Swiss Ambassador to the UK. The Federal Council has appointed Ambassador Alexandre Fasel, an experienced and acknowledged expert on International Geneva, as the Switzerland’s first Special Envoy for Science Diplomacy. We wish him all the best in his exciting and critical new role and we are hoping to see him as our guest at many future BSCC events.

 

Your Chamber needs volunteers!

What you will get: contribute to an exciting growth story, be part of inspiring team creating impactful business events and growing membership, expand your network and have fun in the process.

What you bring: ideas, energy, teamwork, some time and your network.

The Zurich Chapter is particularly interested in volunteers with expertise in one or more of these areas: Talent/Workforce, Consumer Goods, Sustainability, Lifesciences, Fintech, Digital Marketing & Social Media

If this is you then we would love to hear from you.
Please email adrian.marriott@bscc.co.uk

 

Business Luncheon with His Excellency Mr João Aguiar Machado, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the European Union to the WTO
Thursday 17.06.2021 | 12.00 - 14.15 CET

YPG Zurich | A mystery city quest through Zurich
Thursday 17.06.2021 | 18.00 - 20.00 CET

YPG Clubhouse Series | Set your WFH Boundries
Fridayday 18.06.2021 | 12.30 - 13.30 CET

Great British Breakfast with Antonio Gambardella, Director of Fondation Genevoise pour l'Innovation Technologique (FONGIT)
Monday, 21.06.2021 | 07.45 - 09.00 CET

Annual General Meeting Webinar - for members only
Thursday 24.06.2021 | 12.30 - 13.30 CET

Business Luncheon with His Excellency Mr Michael Gaffey, Ambassador and Permanent Representative of Ireland to the UN and other International Organizations in Geneva
Tuesday 29.06.2021 | 11.45 - 14.00 CET

The BSCC Friendly Round of Golf - by invitation only
Wednesday, 30.06.2021 | 16.00 - 19.00 CET
For more information, please contact us at info@bscc.co.uk

Webinar hosted with The Rt. Hon. the Baroness McGregor-Smith CBE,
President of the British Chambers of Commerce
Thursday 01.07.2021 | 11.00 - 12.00 CET

YPG Basel Webinar | Noticeable Employability
Monday, 07.07.2021 | 12.00 - 13.00 CET

What are the UK's and Switzerland's expectations for COP26?
Wednesday, 14.07.2021 | 16.00 - 17.00 UK time

For the latest news about our other upcoming events please click here.


Welcome to the BSCC!

We have welcomed four new members. We look forward to meeting you at our upcoming events and to supporting you as much as we can.

Feel free to contact our Membership & Sponsorship Manager Emma Story in case you have any questions.

Kempinski Engelberg	Becki Witt
Baur au Lac Vins	Finn Toenessen

Kempinski Palace Engelberg - Opening June 25, 2021!

In the midst of the mythical mountains of Central Switzerland, the Kempinski Palace Engelberg – Titlis Swiss Alps is the first and only international five-star hotel in the world-famous village of Engelberg. The hotel, which is only 40 minutes by car from Lucerne, is easily accessible thanks to its central location in the center of the village. It offers an exclusive blend of fresh Swiss hospitality, an outstanding luxury service and a unique location where history meets modernity. The historical and modern parts of the imposing building merge into a harmonious unity.

In addition to its 129 rooms and suites, the Kempinski Palace Engelberg offers a fantastic Wellness and Spa area with an infinity pool as well as modern and multifunctional event facilities, including the historic Kursaal. In the signature «Cattani Restaurant», Executive Chef Michéle Müller spoils guests with a delicious «farm-to-table» concept. «The Palace Bar», the «Habanos Cigar Lounge» and the impressive «Wintergarden» invite the guests to relax throughout the whole day and enjoy our signature cocktails in the evening.

In addition, the Kempinski Palace Engelberg and its picturesque surroundings offer a variety of leisure activities in summer and winter. Engelberg is the perfect place for memorable mountain experiences, for that flawless moment of happiness that feels epic and enchants you like no other. Everything it takes to create a truly memorable experience for its guests.

           

                                      
 
          

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The British-Swiss Chamber of Commerce
Bleicherweg 12, 8002 Zurich
info@bscc.co.uk