On May 13, 2026, more than 200 guests gathered at the Park Hyatt Zurich to discuss the future of capital, markets and responsibility. The focus was on topics such as geopolitical change, technological innovation, new asset classes and the greatest wealth transfer in history.
As a partner of the event, we were present where new perspectives on wealth management, entrepreneurship and social responsibility came together. Together with renowned speakers from business, politics and technology, one thing became clear: wealth will no longer be viewed purely in financial terms, but increasingly through the lens of trust, guidance and long-term impact.
One of the highlights was the conversation with Aurelia Frick, former Foreign Minister of Liechtenstein and Deputy CEO as well as Chief Business Development Officer of smzh AG. The discussion on geopolitical developments as new market risks highlighted how strongly global changes already influence individual financial decisions today.
“In a world full of information, trust becomes the decisive currency,” said Frick.
The summit explored topics ranging from artificial intelligence and quantum computing to new asset classes and the expectations of the next generation of investors. It became evident that the financial world is not only changing technologically, but also culturally. New generations expect transparency, access, digital solutions and measurable impact.
In the midst of these developments, smzh stands for what matters more than ever today: personal advice, long-term thinking and guidance in an increasingly complex world.
Our thanks go to Forbes for the partnership, to all speakers for their inspiring insights, and to the guests who enriched the summit with their conversations, questions and perspectives.
Nico Lange, Founder and Director of the IRIS Institute for Risk Analysis and International Security, opened the summit with a perspective on the new global map of power. The discussion focused on Europe’s role in geopolitical conflicts, the impact of the wars in Iran and Ukraine, and the growing influence of political developments on economic stability and energy security.
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Dimitris Chanazoglou spoke about the rapid pace of technological innovation in the automotive industry. The discussion focused on the differences between traditional European manufacturers and new e-mobility leaders from China, the importance of resilient supply chains, and the growing relevance of software and user experience.
Philippe A. Naegeli addressed the democratization of new asset classes and explored how investments in the future can become more closely aligned with personal values, interests and understanding.
In the panel "A Quantum Leap In Capital", Thomas Taroni of Phoenix Technologies and Philipp Hannemann of Quantagonia discussed the future of quantum computing, artificial intelligence and automation – and how these technologies could reshape economies and capital markets.
James Bushnell of Philip Morris International highlighted how long-term value creation can emerge through innovation and a willingness to adapt. The discussion focused on research, transformation and the development of smoke-free products.
Fabian Mächler, Co-Founder of the insurtech company grape, spoke about “Mental Wealth” and why mental health is increasingly becoming a strategic success factor for companies.
To conclude the summit, the panel “The Great Wealth Transfer” featuring Larissa Jäger, Maximilian Rofagha and Paul Ostwald explored the next generation of investors. The discussion focused on changing information habits, digital access, sustainability and how values can be passed on to future generations.
