Thomas Buess

Member at Swiss Life

Thomas Buess is a Member at Swiss Life. Thomas has held various positions at several companies throughout their career.

Thomas started their career at Zurich Financial Services Switzerland in 1995 as the Chief Financial Officer & Head of IT (P&C Operations). Thomas then became the Chief Financial Officer Switzerland in 1997 and held that position until 1998. In 1999, they were promoted to Chief Operating Officer Global Life & Member of Group Management Board, a position they held until 2008.

In 2009, they left Zurich Financial Services to join Allianz SE as the EVP of Operational Transformation. Thomas remained in this role until July 2009.

Thomas then joined Swiss Life AG in 2009 and remained with the company until 2018. During their time at Swiss Life, they held various positions.

In 2018, Thomas left Swiss Life AG and joined Sygnum as a member. Thomas is currently still with Sygnum.

Thomas Buess studied Economics, Business Administration at the University of St.Gallen and received a lic oec HSG. Thomas then went on to study at The Wharton School and received an AMP.

Timeline

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