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Liability for an association’s debts

Liability for an association’s debts is limited to the assets of the association. Therefore, the members are fundamentally not liable for the debts of the association. The association’s funds are also liable for statutory bodies (Executive body liability). more…

When is the purpose of a foundation permissible or not permissible?

The purpose of a foundation must be clearly defined by the Founder for the founding to be successful. Once the purpose has been defined, it is not easy to change later. more…

Organisation of a foundation: What do you need to look out for?

The organisation of a foundation includes legally prescribed bodies. Every foundation must have administration and auditors. In addition, foundations have a legal obligation to keep records. more…

Setting up a foundation: What do you need to look out for?

Setting up a foundation is relatively simple in Switzerland. Read about what you need to look out for in this article. more…

New Entries to Commercial Register in May 2015: Decline of the previous month continues

At a Total Switzerland level, 12.83% fewer companies were founded in May 2015 compared to the prior month April. This constitutes a further decline since the month of March, which performed strongly in terms of new registrations, and an already weak April. more…

“eSMART” networks your house with your smart phone

Start-up eSMART has developed an innovative module which allows you to control your own house or apartment at the click of a button. This start-up company from French-speaking Switzerland has just won the “Prix Strategis 2015”. more…

Does your company need an extra boost? – The Swisscom Business Booster team develops individual solutions

Many start-up companies struggle with efficiency problems because they are having to deal with too many other tasks on top of their core business. The specialists at Swisscom Business Booster analyse your business and develop tailored improvements. more…

New Companies Register registrations in April 2015: decline after a strong March

April was unable to match the strong performance of the previous month, and experienced a decline. When compared to this month last year, new registrations recorded by the Companies Register in April 2015 also recorded a slight decline. It’s a subdued start to the 2nd quarter of 2015. more…

Interview with Melchior Buchs – CEO of Business Parc Reinach

Melchior Buchs is CEO and Start-up Coach of Business Parc Reinach. The Reinach start-up centre provides people who want to become self-employed with free start-up advice on entrepreneurial activities and market entry. more…

Heuberger Winterthur Young Entrepreneur Award 2015: total prize money of CHF 600,000

Who has the best business idea, the best product or the best service up their sleeve? Once again, it’s time to pull out all the stops for the Heuberger Winterthur Young Entrepreneur Award 2015. In total, prize money of 600,000 Swiss francs is up for grabs. Applications are open now, and anyone who fancies their […] more…