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André Helfenstein — Chairman of the Board of Directors · Telekurs (SIX Financial Information) · Zürich Metropolitan Area.
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About
With extensive multinational experience in finance, leadership and management, I am committed and passionate to supporting companies, family offices and ventures through board roles. Throughout my career, as a board member and CEO, I have led large-scale businesses, shaped strategy, executed for growth and cost efficiency and brought new solutions to market. Building on my practical experience, network and industry expertise, I provide guidance to drive change, implement and create lasting value.
With an independent personality, open and collaborative mindset and a focus on delivery, I offer leadership, financial expertise, and a structured approach to deliver results. I help businesses navigate through all seasons—growth, transformation, cost optimization, and crisis. Drawing on the expertise I have gained throughout my career as well as my academic background, including an MBA from the University of St. Gallen (HSG) and a certificate in psychology and sociology from Sorbonne University, I aspire to support a broad perspective and a well-rounded approach to decision-making.
Outside of work, I treasure my family and enjoy time travelling, hiking and biking, reading and simply relaxing at the sea or in the mountains.
Experience
Chairman of the BoardCurrent
Jan 2026 – Present
SIX operates the infrastructure for the financial centers in Switzerland and Spain, thus ensuring the flow of information and money between financial market players. SIX offers exchange services, financial information and banking services with the aim of efficiency, quality and innovation. The company is owned by around 120 national and international financial institutions. SIX is also building a digital infrastructure for the new millennium. Chairman of the Board.
Independent Member of the Board of DirectorsCurrent
Gaydoul Group AG
Feb 2025 – Present
The Swiss-based Gaydoul Group is a family-owned holding company of the Gaydoul-Schweri family, built on the entrepreneurial legacy of Swiss discount pioneer Karl Schweri. Gaydoul Group is an active investment company based on core Swiss values focused on real estate, asset management and ventures. The culture is rooted in the entrepreneurial origins of our founder and intellectual and financial independence. Independent member of the Gaydoul Group Board of Directors.
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