When setting up a new business in Switzerland, many foreign investors do not have a focus on corporate governance… until something happens!

The company cannot pay its invoices anymore, or a local manager entered into agreement with severe consequences for the Swiss subsidiary that was not approved by the board of directors.

That's when the headquarters gets nervous and starts asking questions, such as: How could the local management have been better controlled? Can the members of the board of directors become personally liable for debts of the Swiss subsidiary? Can the shareholders become liable in case the Swiss subsidiary goes bankrupt?

Our Swiss legal experts Christian Wyss and Ruben Masar will answer these and many more questions. They will provide an overview of the responsibilities, duties and rights of shareholders, board members and managers in a Swiss company, and give you practical tips on how to effectively manage a Swiss subsidiary.

Our Chinese legal expert Yao Qinqin will build the bridge to Chinese company law and explain you the major differences between the Swiss and Chinese corporate governance aspects.