Beatrice Kern

Beatrice Kern serves as CFO and member of the executive board at Berner Kantonalbank AG since September 2023, bringing extensive experience in finance from various leadership positions. Kern is also a board member at Klarpay AG, which focuses on financial technology and payment simplification. Previously, Kern held the role of CFO and Head of Services at aity AG, a subsidiary of Berner Kantonalbank specializing in Digital Finance Solutions, and served as Group CFO (deputy) at Aduno Gruppe, managing significant financial responsibilities including a budget of up to CHF 10 million. Earlier experience includes positions at LGT in group accounting, swisspartners Gruppe as CFO and COO, Axept AG as Manager of Finance and Central Services, and a foundational role at Credit Suisse overseeing teams in securities administration. Kern's educational background includes advanced studies in corporate finance and accounting, with qualifications from prominent institutions in Switzerland.