Strategic Holdings
Diethelm Keller Holding is a long-term strategic investor with substantial stakes in selected corporations. It serves as the anchor shareholder of DKSH Holding Ltd., a global leader in market expansion services, with a strong presence in Asia. In addition, it holds a significant minority stake in Bergos, an independent Swiss private bank whose heritage traces back to 1590. Through these investments, the Group supports businesses with strong identities, long-term perspectives, and sustainable growth ambitions.
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DKSH
With origins in 1865, DKSH (Diethelm, Keller, Siber and Hegner) has a long-standing heritage as one of the first Swiss trading houses to establish a presence in Asia. For 160 years, DKSH has evolved into a leading provider of market expansion services, supporting companies to grow their business in Asia Pacific, Europe, and North America. Today, DKSH operates across four Business Units: Healthcare, Consumer Goods, Performance Materials, and Technology. Its integrated services range from sourcing and market insights to marketing and sales, e-commerce, distribution, and logistics, as well as after-sales services. Guided by its purpose of enriching people’s lives, DKSH helps its partners navigate complex markets and build sustainable, long-term growth. The company is a participant of the United Nations Global Compact and follows a principles-based approach to responsible business.
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Bergos
Bergos is an independent Swiss private bank with an international presence and a heritage dating back more than four centuries to the founding of Joh. Berenberg, Gossler & Co. KG in 1590. Since gaining independence in 2018, Bergos has been owned by entrepreneurial families supporting Swiss and international clients in growing and protecting their wealth. The company combines long-established banking expertise with an independent, modern private banking model. At the core of the bank is a clear conviction: people are at the centre, both clients and employees alike. Guided by the principles of respect, empathy, and curiosity, Bergos’ Human Private Banking philosophy places people at the heart of every solution. By understanding clients in the full context of their lives, ambitions, and responsibilities, the bank is able to deliver relevant, long-term guidance. With more than 120 employees, Bergos advises on liquid and illiquid asset classes, including private markets and alternative investments. The bank also offers expertise in art advisory and philanthropy. Entrepreneurial clients benefit from access to M&A and corporate finance services.
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