At the prestigious 'WealthBriefing Swiss Awards 2024' ceremony held in Geneva on February 8th, Banque Piguet Galland was honoured twice, winning 'Best Bank for Domestic High-Net-Worth Swiss Clients' and seeing its Head of Private Banking, Selman Bicaco Urrutia, named 'Rising Star Under 40.'
The bank, which recently achieved B Corp certification, has distinguished itself from its peers through a unique approach focused on proximity to its clients resident in Switzerland and anin-depth understanding of the specific needs associated with wealth management in Switzerland. As Selman Bicaco Urrutia, Head of Private Banking, points out, 'Focusing on the Swiss market is one of Piguet Galland's key strengths, as more than three-quarters of our clients are Swiss residents. This enables the bank to centralize its efforts and expertise whilst developing a strong bond with its clients.
"Selman, whose career began at renowned financial institutions such as Credit Suisse and Merrill Lynch, expressed his gratitude for and particular satisfaction about this recognition. He is dedicated to developing innovative solutions to meet the complex needs of the bank's clients, demonstrating his expertise and passion for wealth management.
This double award highlights not only Selman Bicaco Urrutia's personal excellence but also Piguet Galland's leadership and innovative approach in the specific field of wealth management. The bank stands out for its strength and capacity for innovation, reflected in the ongoing development of its teams dedicated to investment solutions, financing, and wealth management advice."
Olivier Calloud, CEO and Chairman of Piguet Galland's Executive Committee, stresses the importance of employee satisfaction, which goes hand in hand with client satisfaction: 'Our ambition is to create serenity; our clients' serenity is directly linked to that of our teams. We advocate a corporate culture that values health, fairness, and humanity, with principles of transparency, responsibility, and inclusion, where every employee can find their place and strengthen their skills.