Julius Baer Group announced that Richard Campbell-Breeden has decided not to seek re-election to the Board of Directors at the next Annual General Meeting and will step down from his role as Vice Chairman. He will be succeeded by Juerg Hunziker, subject to his re-election as a Board Director by shareholders. Sir Noel Quinn, Chairman of the Board of Directors, expressed gratitude for Campbell-Breeden's contributions over eight years, noting his leadership in recruiting a new CEO and Chairman and ensuring a smooth transition.
Quinn stated that Hunziker's appointment as Vice Chairman brings valuable expertise, citing his 40 years of technology and financial services knowledge internationally and in Switzerland, along with experience as a CEO building customer-focused organizations. This move ensures the Board maintains permanent senior representation within Switzerland, a critical growth market where Julius Baer is headquartered. Further details on Board composition will be provided in the AGM circular to be published in March.
In addition, Julius Baer Group announced that Urban Angehrn has agreed to join the Board as an independent non-executive Director from the 2026 AGM, subject to shareholder approval. Quinn highlighted Angehrn's over 30 years of financial services experience in Switzerland, including recent service as CEO of FINMA and prior roles at Zurich Insurance Group. Angehrn brings extensive experience in investment management, risk management, and understanding of global financial markets, regulation, and corporate governance, expected to strengthen the Board's oversight and Swiss market expertise.
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