Bellevue Group Appoints Gebhard Giselbrecht as CEO

Gebhard Giselbrecht has been appointed by the Board of Directors of Bellevue Group as the incoming CEO, effective from January 1, 2024. Giselbrecht is taking over from André Rüegg, who, after serving the Group for 15 years, including eight years as CEO, will be departing by mutual agreement. The Board of Directors and current CEO André Rüegg have jointly recognized the potential benefits of introducing new insights and concepts to facilitate the continued sustainable progress of Bellevue Group. A seamless transition will be ensured as André Rüegg hands over responsibilities to Gebhard Giselbrecht.

Gebhard Giselbrecht brings with him substantial expertise in Swiss and international asset management across areas such as strategy, sales, management/COO, and the establishment of novel business domains. His extensive tenure at Credit Suisse’s asset management division saw him excel in various pivotal roles. These roles encompassed Head of Client Coverage Switzerland/EMEA, COO, and Head Strategy Switzerland/EMEA, the leadership of Asset Management in Singapore, COO Asset Management Asia Pacific, in addition to Business Development and M&A. Prior to his tenure at Credit Suisse, he was associated with McKinsey & Company in Munich and Zurich, with his focus in the financial sector. Gebhard Giselbrecht holds qualifications from the University of St. Gallen and possesses an MBA/MBI from the Rotterdam School of Management.

André Rüegg, who has been CEO of Bellevue Group since 2016, has effectively guided the Group for an extended period and played a pivotal role in its strategic repositioning. His leadership facilitated the gradual expansion of Bellevue Group’s proficiency in asset management, establishing its unique standing.

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