Geneva: radical neutralities

Renowned for its high-precision watch industry, as well as for its production of quality chocolate and cheese, Switzerland is nonetheless one of the European pioneers of impact and new governance models. A discreet but powerful epicenter of global diplomacy, this small mountainous country has remained a bastion of neutrality and stability, working behind the scenes through the turmoil of the world. Here, we have always thought about the commons over the long term and over several generations. Businesses and investors have learned to reconcile profitability and social impact through new governance models such as shareholder foundations.