Impressions

SWISS FUND DAY 2025 in Retrospect

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Topic 2025

Private Markets

Made in Switzerland

Switzerland is a key player in private markets, offering a dynamic environment for investors and businesses alike. Under the theme Private Markets – Made in Switzerland, ’s SWISS FUND DAY 2025 explored the opportunities and challenges shaping this thriving investment sector. Industry experts discussed how Switzerland can further strengthen its position as a financial powerhouse and the strategies that will drive sustainable growth. 

Panel Discussion

PRIVATE MARKETS: THE MOST IMPORTANT ASSET CLASS OF THE FUTURE?

The panel discussion, led by Karsten Illy of Northern Trust, delved into the question of whether private markets represent the asset class of the future. Drawing on themes of strong performance, exclusive investment opportunities, and rising investor interest, the conversation featured expert insights from Bank Vontobel, Energy Infrastructure Partners, Zürcher Kantonalbank, and Swiss Life Asset Managers.

The Panelists 2025

Karsten Illy, Panel Host at SWISS FUND DAY 2024

Karsten Illy

Country Manager
Northern Trust

(MODERATION)

Thomas Bischoff

Head Private Markets Partnerships
Bank Vontobel

SIMONE GOLLINO MITSCHNIGG

General Counsel
Energy Infrastructure Partners

ANDREAS NICOLI

Head of Private Equity
Zürcher Kantonalbank

Dagmar Maroni

Head Product & Lifecycle Management
Swiss Life Asset Managers AG

Presentations

The 19th edition of SWISS FUND DAY brought together leading voices from the asset management industry to explore the evolving dynamics of private markets, technology, and investor education. With keynote insights from Zürcher Kantonalbank, Asset Management Association Switzerland, State Street, UBS, PwC Legal  and Partners Group, the session addressed Switzerland’s growing role as a European fund hub, the rise of alternative investments, and the importance of scalable solutions and informed participation. Presentations from the event are available for download below.

Veronika Müller-Wilmes, Featured Speaker, Event Host SWISS FUND DAY 2024

Veronika Müller-Wilmes

Head of Business Development Asset Management
Zürcher Kantonalbank

Welcoming remarks & Moderation of the Event

Adrian Schatzmann, Featured Speaker, SWISS FUND DAY 2024

Adrian Schatzmann

CEO
Asset Management Association Switzerland (AMAS)​

INTRODUCTION

PDF of Adrian Schatzmann's presentation

Antonio Tamò

Director of Sales &
Solutions Engineering, Private Markets
State Street

DRIVERS OF GROWTH AND KEY CHALLENGES IN INTERNATIONAL PRIVATE MARKETS

PDF of Antonio Tamò's presentation

Tanja von Ehrlich

Head of Wholesales & Partnerships,
Unified Global Alternatives at UBS

THE WORLD OF SUPER LP’S: HOW PRIVATE INVESTORS CAN BENEFIT FROM SIZE AND SCALE IN ALTERNATIVES

PDF of Tanja von Ehrlich's presentation

Jean-Claude Spillmann

Partner, Tax and Legal Services
PwC Legal

L-QIF – THE SWISS FUND REGIME FOR PRIVATE MARKET INVESTMENTS

PDF of Jean-Claude Spillmann's presentation

Philip Sauer

Managing Director &
Head Corporate Development
Partners Group

PRIVATE MARKETS – THE NEW TRADITIONAL ASSET CLASS

PDF of Philip Sauer's presentation

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