Awards &
Distinctions
Recognised excellence by leading industry authorities.
The distinctions earned by Piguet Galland reflect the quality of its wealth planning advice, its investment expertise, its personalised approach to private banking, and the dedication of its teams to serving clients.
Presented by leading industry organisations such as WealthBriefing, International Banker and Citywire, these awards underscore the Bank’s recognised excellence in wealth management, wealth planning and private banking.
Awards
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WealthBriefing Swiss Awards 2026
At the 2026 WealthBriefing Swiss Awards, Piguet Galland received recognition in several key categories:
- Domestic Private Bank
- HNW Team (Swiss Domestic Clients) , for the second consecutive year
- Leading Individual,awarded to Selman Bicaco, Head of Private Banking and Wealth Management and Member of the Executive Committee at Piguet Galland
This triple recognition highlights the strength of the Bank’s business model, the expertise of its teams dedicated to Swiss clients, and the quality of its leadership.
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Citywire Private Banking Awards 2025
Piguet Galland was awarded Best Boutique Private Bank, recognising institutions that combine expertise, agility and a highly personalised client approach.
Jérôme Morel, Wealth Advisor at Piguet Galland in Lausanne, also received two individual honours: Best Private Banker (Romandie) and Best Male Private Banker.
Together, these three distinctions reflect the commitment of passionate professionals who are dedicated to a shared purpose: building lasting relationships and providing clients with thoughtful, personal guidance at every stage of their wealth journey.
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Piguet Pondéré Fund recognised by Citywire
Claudia Dorsaz, Senior Portfolio Manager at Piguet Galland, was awarded a (+) rating by Citywire Switzerland. This recognition highlights both her expertise and the long-term performance of the Piguet Pondéré Fund, which she actively manages.
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Best Private Bank Switzerland 2025
Piguet Galland was named Best Private Bank Switzerland 2025 by International Banker for the fifth consecutive year.
This award recognises a vision of private banking built on proximity, innovation and long-term commitment. It also highlights the Bank’s ability to place people at the heart of every client relationship, delivering personalised guidance tailored to each stage of their wealth journey.
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WealthBriefing Swiss Awards 2024
At the 2024 WealthBriefing Swiss Awards, Piguet Galland was named Best Bank for Domestic High-Net-Worth Swiss Clients. Selman Bicaco, Head of Private Banking and Wealth Management and Member of the Executive Committee, was also recognised as a Rising Star Under 40.
These two awards highlight the Bank’s innovative approach, its strong commitment to serving Swiss domestic clients, and its deep understanding of the wealth management needs of individuals and families in Switzerland.
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Citywire Private Banking Awards 2024
At the inaugural Citywire Private Banking Awards, Piguet Galland was named Best Boutique Private Bank.
This award recognises the Bank’s distinctive and highly personalised approach to wealth management, as well as its ability to combine the agility and bespoke service of a boutique private bank with the strength and security of a leading financial group.
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Swiss Derivative Awards 2023
The Helv-Ethic thematic equity certificate, created and managed by Piguet Galland, was awarded Best ESG Structured Product at the Swiss Derivative Awards.
This distinction recognises the Bank’s commitment to responsible investing and highlights its ability to develop innovative investment solutions that combine financial performance with environmental, social and governance (ESG) considerations.
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WealthBriefing Swiss Awards 2023
At the 2023 WealthBriefing Swiss Awards, Piguet Galland was recognised for the quality of its service to Swiss clients, receiving the award for Best HNW Team (Swiss Domestic Clients).
This distinction highlights the expertise of the Bank’s wealth management professionals, their in-depth understanding of the Swiss market, and their commitment to delivering tailored solutions to high-net-worth individuals and families across Switzerland.
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Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards 2021
The Piguet Fund – Balanced CHF was recognised for its outstanding performance, winning the award for Best Fund over five years in the Mixed Asset CHF Flexible category at the Refinitiv Lipper Fund Awards 2021.
This distinction highlights the strength and consistency of the fund’s long-term investment strategy, as well as Piguet Galland’s expertise in portfolio management and asset allocation.
Certifications and recognitions
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Best Workplaces™ Switzerland 2026
Piguet Galland was once again recognised as one of Switzerland’s Best Workplaces™ in 2026, ranking 7th nationwide in the medium-sized companies category.
This Great Place to Work® distinction recognises our corporate culture built on trust, collaboration and meaningful human relationships. It reflects the commitment of our teams and our ongoing ambition to cultivate a workplace that embodies the values of Intimate Banking.
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Great Place To Work® 2025
Piguet Galland was awarded the Great Place to Work® certification, recognising the quality of its workplace environment and the strength of its corporate culture.
This distinction reflects the Bank’s commitment to fostering a culture built on trust, collaboration and employee well-being, where people are empowered to grow, contribute and thrive.
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Fair-ON-Pay Advanced
Piguet Galland was the first private bank in Switzerland to receive the Fair-ON-Pay certification in 2019, recognising its commitment to pay equity.
Since then, the Bank has successfully renewed its certification with the Advanced designation, reflecting its continued efforts to promote equal pay. Today, the gender pay gap within the organisation remains below 1%, demonstrating a strong commitment to fairness, inclusion and equal opportunities for all employees.
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B Corp Certification
In 2023, Piguet Galland achieved B Corp Certification, recognising its commitment to high standards of social and environmental performance, transparency and governance.
This certification reflects the Bank’s ambition to create long-term value for all its stakeholders and its dedication to conducting business responsibly while generating a positive impact on society and the environment.
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Equality Prize 2024
At the 2024 Grands Prix de l’Économie, Piguet Galland received the Equality Award. Supported by the Geneva Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Services (CCIG), the State of Geneva, and the Office for the Promotion of Industries and Technologies (OPI), this award recognises the Bank’s longstanding commitment to advancing equality in the workplace, as well as its initiatives promoting diversity, inclusion and equal opportunities.
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Best Workplaces™ Switzerland 2024
Piguet Galland a été reconnue parmi les "Best Workplaces™ Switzerland 2024" par l'organisation Great Place To Work. Cette reconnaissance récompense l'engagement continu de la Banque à créer un environnement de travail exceptionnel et épanouissant pour ses collaborateurs.
La Banque s'est notamment distinguée à travers des avantages attrayants, sa proximité avec les employés, sa flexibilité et son engagement en faveur de l'équité des genres.
Why these distinctions matter
The awards and certifications received by Piguet Galland reflect several key aspects of our business:
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Excellence in wealth planning advice
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Expertise in wealth management and investment
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The quality of client relationships
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The strength of our governance
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Our strong roots in French-speaking Switzerland
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Our commitment to responsible and sustainable banking
These external recognitions provide objective evidence of the trust placed in our teams and of our ability to support clients throughout their wealth journey with a long-term perspective.
A private bank recognised across French-speaking Switzerland
Deeply rooted in French-speaking Switzerland, Piguet Galland serves private, institutional and entrepreneurial clients through the combination of three complementary areas of expertise:
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Wealth planning
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Investments
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Financing
This integrated approach enables us to deliver tailored solutions that evolve with our clients’ needs at every stage of their wealth journey. It is also a key factor behind the Bank’s continued recognition by leading industry organisations and award bodies.
Frequently asked questions
French-speaking & close to you
Our advisors live in the same place as you, which is why they can recommend investments that truly reflect who you are... just like the best restaurants.
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Martino
Togni
Head of Private Clients, Geneva
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Stéphane
Crevoisier
Head of Private Clients, La Chaux-de-Fonds
La Chaux-de-Fonds
Rue Jacquet Droz 43
2300 La Chaux-de-Fonds
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm - 17:00 pm
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René
Mesot
Head of Private Clients, Lausanne
Lausanne
Avenue du Théâtre 8
1005 Lausanne
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm - 16:30 pm
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Michèle
Frutiger
Head of Private Clients, Neuchâtel
Neuchâtel
Faubourg du Lac 11
2000 Neuchâtel
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Giacchino
Mongillo
Head of Private Clients, Nyon
Nyon
Place de Bel-Air 8
1260 Nyon
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm and 13:30 - 17:00
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Francine
KHAYATA
Head of Private Clients, Yverdon-les-Bains
Yverdon-les-Bains
Rue de la Plaine 18
1400 Yverdon-les-Bains
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am -12:00 pm and 1 pm - 4:30 pm
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Julien
Froidevaux
Head of Independent Asset Managers (IAM)
Independant Managers
Avenue Peschier 41
1206 Geneva
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30pm
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Christophe
Julen
Head of Institutional Asset Management
Corporate
Avenue Peschier 41
1206 Geneva
Contact usOpening Hours
Monday to Friday: 8:30 am - 5:30 pm
What our clients say about us.
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Piguet Galland offered us a number of different scenarios to help us through this major change in life, retirement.
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Happiness is knowing that I have someone who will bring their expertise to advise me and ensure my life is carefree.
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At Piguet Galland, the human factor takes center stage. We genuinely listen to understand and provide solutions, not merely to sell."
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I wanted to purchase and renovate a house through an auction, which required immediate payment. Fortunately, your company performed exceptionally well."
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Piguet Galland is the financial partner that's close to my heart. I have complete trust in them. In this bank, you get to know them on a personal level, and that's of utmost importance."
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The aspect of the Bank that resonated with me in the past and to this day is trust, which is conveyed through a sense of closeness and, most importantly, a dedicated point of contact."
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What I value most about Piguet Galland is the service and the trust-based relationship I have built with the various advisors I have worked with over the past thirteen years, all of whom have consistently been excellent."
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Throughout the years of building a trusting relationship with Piguet Galland, I have realized that a bank can be a lifelong partner for significant milestones."
Webinars & events
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