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AMERICAN SWISS FOUNDATION HONORS ANDREAS BERGER, GROUP CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER OF SWISS RE, AT 81st ANNUAL GALA IN NY
NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Swiss Foundation (ASF) hosted its 81st Annual Gala on Tuesday, May 12th, at the
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[{"type":"text","content":"From left: Markus U. Diethelm, H.E. Dr. Ralf Heckner, Shay Robinson, Ron Abegglen, Andreas Berger, and Robert J. Giuffra Jr. From left: Robert J. Giuffra Jr. and Andreas Berger Robert J. Giuffra Jr. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 18, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The American Swiss Foundation (ASF) hosted its 81st Annual Gala on Tuesday, May 12th, at the Harvard Club in New York City, honoring Andreas Berger, Group Chief Executive Officer of Swiss Re, for his efforts to advance and deepen the partnership between Switzerland and the United States. More than 250 guests attended the event in recognition of Berger’s leadership and to celebrate the longstanding ties between the two countries, often referred to as the “Sister Republics.” In introductory remarks, Robert J. Giuffra Jr. (Young Leader 1996), Chair of the ASF Board of Directors, emphasized the importance of continued collaboration between the two nations, stating: “Since 1945, the American Swiss Foundation has worked to strengthen the historic friendship between Switzerland and the United States through our programs such as our Young Leaders Conference, Leadership Summit, and Innovation Forum. We were delighted to honor Swiss Re CEO Andreas Berger, one of Switzerland’s most respected chief executives, at our annual Gala celebrating the Sister Republics. Swiss Re is one of the most important financial services companies in the world, and we thank Swiss Re for its long and important partnership with our Foundation.” Opening remarks were delivered by Ron Abegglen (Young Leader 2017), Director of Public Affairs and Advisor to the CEO of Swiss International Air Lines, as well as a member of the ASF Executive Committee and Swiss Advisory Council, saying: “Events like tonight matter because they bring the right people into the same airspace: people who believe in dialogue, stay calm under pressure, and understand that cooperation keeps things airborne.” Andreas Berger also addressed attendees, noting: “I am honored to be recognized by the American Swiss Foundation, an organization that has done so much to strengthen the bonds between Switzerland and the United States. At a time of growing global complexity, strong transatlantic relationships are essential to address shared risks and opportunities. Through its unique network and its commitment to developing the next generation of l...