Governance and Strategy Within Foundation Boards
Foundations are evolving in a context marked by rapid transformations. How can you adapt your governance, clarify responsibilities between different bodies, and evolve your strategy while preserving your purpose? On October 1, 2026, in Geneva, this meeting will offer concrete exchanges between members of foundation boards. An event organized in collaboration with the Swiss Federation of Small and Medium Enterprises, join us!
Evolving framework conditions, technological transformations, and the geopolitical context directly challenge the role of foundation boards. How can a sustainable impact be maintained while adapting to change? During the evening, several key questions will be addressed:
→ How to reinvent yourself to have a long-term impact while supporting the foundation’s non-profit purpose?
→ How to clarify responsibilities and the level of engagement between management and the foundation board?
→ What are the specific challenges for private and public foundations?
The objective: to take a step back, compare experiences, and identify action levers and concrete tools to strengthen foundation governance.
The program
5:45 PM – Welcome
6:00 PM – Introduction
Christophe Barman, Co-founder, Loyco
6:15 PM – Context and Challenges
Marie Wyss, Director for French-speaking Switzerland, SwissFoundations
6:45 PM – Experience Sharing from Private and Public Foundations
Sofia de Meyer, Founder and Foundation Board Member, Montagu Foundation
Jérôme Laederach, CEO, Ensemble Foundation
7:15 PM – Panel Discussion
7:45 PM – Cocktail Reception
9:00 pm – End of the event
Registration
📅 October 1 – L’Espace, Geneva (map)
🕰️ 5:45 PM – 9:00 PM
Register here