Team
Management Board
My place: Los Flamingos – a beautiful urbanizacion (= residential area) in the southernmost part of Spain. In addition to 60 great golf courses, Andalusia also offers cultural enrichment for everyone with the cities of Málaga, Seville or Granada close by. But what I like most is the consistently ideal climate, which guarantees temperatures between 15° and 35° all year round.
My passion: Golf, the game with the little round ball, fills my life with exercise in a wonderful scenery, a recurring desire to compete and many engaging encounters with old friends or new acquaintances. At the end of a fulfilling day of golf, of course, a fine meal and a good drop of wine should not be missing.
My motto: The right things done right!
Kurt Mäder
Owner / Chairman of the Board (COB)
My place: Los Flamingos – a beautiful urbanizacion (= residential area) in the southernmost part of Spain. In addition to 60 great golf courses, Andalusia also offers cultural enrichment for everyone with the cities of Málaga, Seville or Granada close by. But what I like most is the consistently ideal climate, which guarantees temperatures between 15° and 35° all year round.
My passion: Golf, the game with the little round ball, fills my life with exercise in a wonderful scenery, a recurring desire to compete and many engaging encounters with old friends or new acquaintances. At the end of a fulfilling day of golf, of course, a fine meal and a good drop of wine should not be missing.
My motto: The right things done right!
My place: Serfaus – Fiss – Ladis: magically enticed, I go there again and again. The 214 kilometres of slopes with perfectly groomed ski runs and the one or other après-ski bar, leave nothing to be desired – pure pleasure!
My passion: Tracing my powder tracks with my skis in the freshly snow-covered mountains until my calves burn. Otherwise, I love discovering new destinations; whether near or far, there are impressive places everywhere.
My motto: «For the possible to emerge, the impossible must be attempted again and again.»
Patrick Maeder
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) / Delegate of the Board
My place: Serfaus – Fiss – Ladis: magically enticed, I go there again and again. The 214 kilometres of slopes with perfectly groomed ski runs and the one or other après-ski bar, leave nothing to be desired – pure pleasure!
My passion: Tracing my powder tracks with my skis in the freshly snow-covered mountains until my calves burn. Otherwise, I love discovering new destinations; whether near or far, there are impressive places everywhere.
My motto: «For the possible to emerge, the impossible must be attempted again and again.»
My place: Tenerife, an island that allows you to discover authentic landscapes and villages, away from the tourist crowds, with a pleasant weather climate all year round, inviting you to take part in sporting activities and a natural hospitality that tempts you to leisure and enjoyment.
My passion:As a former Swiss wrestler, I have remained loyal to wrestling as a spectator. The friendships and the down-to-earth atmosphere continue, and the sport (training methods, athletics) is always developing. It shows that maintaining values and progress are not mutually exclusive.
My motto: «Do not worry in advance.»
Heinz Vogel
Member of the Board
My place: Tenerife, an island that allows you to discover authentic landscapes and villages, away from the tourist crowds, with a pleasant weather climate all year round, inviting you to take part in sporting activities and a natural hospitality that tempts you to leisure and enjoyment.
My passion: As a former Swiss wrestler, I have remained loyal to wrestling as a spectator. The friendships and the down-to-earth atmosphere continue, and the sport (training methods, athletics) is always developing. It shows that maintaining values and progress are not mutually exclusive.
My motto: «Do not worry in advance.»
My place: South Tyrol region: In summer, hike along the artificial watercourses (Waalwege) in the Vinschgau Valley or explore the impressive mountain world of the Dolomites on an e-bike. The annual programme in winter includes a ski week in the Dolomites, the largest ski area in the world, where 450 lifts and 1200 kilometres of slopes are available with one ski pass. Not to forget the good food, a mix of Austrian and Italian cuisine accompanied by the local Lagrein.
My passion: Running has become a passion in recent years. Jogging along the idyllic Sarnersee is a workout for body and soul. In between, I also look for the sporting challenge and take part in a half marathon, with the Swiss City Marathon in Lucerne firmly on the agenda every year.
My motto: Live and let live. Just as I like to enjoy my freedom and express my opinion, I also allow others to do the same. Even if they have completely different views and opinions.
André Strasser
Member of the Board
My place: South Tyrol region: In summer, hike along the artificial watercourses (Waalwege) in the Vinschgau Valley or explore the impressive mountain world of the Dolomites on an e-bike. The annual programme in winter includes a ski week in the Dolomites, the largest ski area in the world, where 450 lifts and 1200 kilometres of slopes are available with one ski pass. Not to forget the good food, a mix of Austrian and Italian cuisine accompanied by the local Lagrein.
My passion: Running has become a passion in recent years. Jogging along the idyllic Sarnersee is a workout for body and soul. In between, I also look for the sporting challenge and take part in a half marathon, with the Swiss City Marathon in Lucerne firmly on the agenda every year.
My motto: Live and let live. Just as I like to enjoy my freedom and express my opinion, I also allow others to do the same. Even if they have completely different views and opinions.
Executive Board
My place: Singapore, experience all the variety and aromas of Asian cuisine, an inexhaustible choice of dishes at “Lau Pa Sat”, probably the most famous hawker centre in Singapore – great. Strolling through the hustle and bustle of Orchardt Road, drifting, sundowners, upstairs in the 1-Altitude Rooftop Bar overlooking the endless expanse of the sea – all is right with the world.
My passion: The call of the mountains – since my childhood they have magically pulled me in. As defiant and forbidding as they sometimes seem, I perceive them as protective and sheltering. I feel at home in the mountains. And yes, a glass of red wine would never go amiss, whether Tuscany, Ribera del Duero or Burgenland – it’s all good.
My motto: You always see each other twice in life. This motto accompanies me on all my professional and private paths and has proven itself accurate for me to this day.
Hans Ulrich Gasser
Sales Director
My place: Singapore, experience all the variety and aromas of Asian cuisine, an inexhaustible choice of dishes at “Lau Pa Sat”, probably the most famous hawker centre in Singapore – great. Strolling through the hustle and bustle of Orchardt Road, drifting, sundowners, upstairs in the 1-Altitude Rooftop Bar overlooking the endless expanse of the sea – all is right with the world.
My passion: The call of the mountains – since my childhood they have magically pulled me in. As defiant and forbidding as they sometimes seem, I perceive them as protective and sheltering. I feel at home in the mountains. And yes, a glass of red wine would never go amiss, whether Tuscany, Ribera del Duero or Burgenland – it’s all good.
My motto: You always see each other twice in life. This motto accompanies me on all my professional and private paths and has proven itself accurate for me to this day.
My place: Vancouver – a big city surrounded by mountains and sea. In the morning a jog through Stanley Park, in the afternoon shopping on Robson Street followed by dinner at Seasons in the Park in Queen Elizabeth Park.
My passion: The main thing is to learn or discover new things – whether in everyday life or on a trip. The challenges and the variety they bring fill me with a zest for life.
My motto: «Don’t try to outdo others, try to outdo yourself.»
Sarina Lūscher
Director Marketing & HR
My place: Vancouver – a big city surrounded by mountains and sea. In the morning a jog through Stanley Park, in the afternoon shopping on Robson Street followed by dinner at Seasons in the Park in Queen Elizabeth Park.
My passion: The main thing is to learn or discover new things – whether in everyday life or on a trip. The challenges and the variety they bring fill me with a zest for life.
My motto: «Don’t try to outdo others, try to outdo yourself.»
My place: One of my absolute favourite places is the Alps. As an avid climber, I feel most comfortable in particularly steep terrain. The combination of physical and mental effort is a special challenge and has excited me for several years. Climbing peaks is dependent on a climbing partner, and mutual trust is an essential prerequisite.
My passion: To be part of change, to help shape and mould it.
My motto: As Mahatma Gandhi once said: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
Florian Klein
Director Technology & Strategic Procurement
My place: One of my absolute favourite places is the Alps. As an avid climber, I feel most comfortable in particularly steep terrain. The combination of physical and mental effort is a special challenge and has excited me for several years. Climbing peaks is dependent on a climbing partner, and mutual trust is an essential prerequisite.
My passion: To be part of change, to help shape and mould it.
My motto: As Mahatma Gandhi once said: “Be the change you wish to see in the world.”
My place: UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch – often called the „Biggest Book in the World“ or „The Wild West of Lucerne“. My home region, to which I always return with great pleasure.
My passion: The speed and energy of ice hockey coupled with the advantages of team sports are the perfect balance to my professional life. As a goalie, you are in a completely different world on the ice and can forget everything around you for a few hours.
My motto: „We have to be unique – everything but ordinary! Because if you constantly compare yourself with others, you become one thing above all: the same.“ (Foerster & Kreuz)
Thomas Ribas
Director Operations
My place: UNESCO Biosphere Entlebuch – often called the „Biggest Book in the World“ or „The Wild West of Lucerne“. My home region, to which I always return with great pleasure.
My passion: The speed and energy of ice hockey coupled with the advantages of team sports are the perfect balance to my professional life. As a goalie, you are in a completely different world on the ice and can forget everything around you for a few hours.
My motto: „We have to be unique – everything but ordinary! Because if you constantly compare yourself with others, you become one thing above all: the same.“ (Foerster & Kreuz)
My place: Lucerne and Lake Lucerne. Why go far afield when you have a pearl on your doorstep. A steamboat trip on the lake is an experience every time and a stroll through Lucerne is like a holiday!
My passion: I like to cook for my family and friends. I grow fresh vegetables, salads, etc. in my garden. Autumn enriches our kitchen table with fresh mushrooms.
My motto: Paracelsus: “Nothing is non-toxic, the quantity makes the difference.“
Markus Weiler
Director Finance & Accounting
My place: Lucerne and Lake Lucerne. Why go far afield when you have a pearl on your doorstep. A steamboat trip on the lake is an experience every time and a stroll through Lucerne is like a holiday!
My passion: I like to cook for my family and friends. I grow fresh vegetables, salads, etc. in my garden. Autumn enriches our kitchen table with fresh mushrooms.
My motto: Paracelsus: “Nothing is non-toxic, the quantity makes the difference.“
Project Management & Development
My place: At the highest point of the Arvigrat, 2014 m. above sea level, I find peace and relaxation. The vantage point offers a magnificent all-round view and provides deep views into the Engelberg and Sarnera Valleys as well as wide views of the foothills of the Alps and the Alpine chain.
My passion: I love to travel and discover new cultures. I always like to try something new!
My motto: „Just do it. Don’t wait until its too late.“ Another motto: „Choose a job you love and you won’t have to work a day in your life.“
Gerhard Dillier
Project Manager
My place: At the highest point of the Arvigrat, 2014 m. above sea level, I find peace and relaxation. The vantage point offers a magnificent all-round view and provides deep views into the Engelberg and Sarnera Valleys as well as wide views of the foothills of the Alps and the Alpine chain.
My passion: I love to travel and discover new cultures. I always like to try something new!
My motto: „Just do it. Don’t wait until its too late.“ Another motto: „Choose a job you love and you won’t have to work a day in your life.“
My place: I love Vienna, one of the best cities in the world to live in. The day begins with a „Einspaenner“ at Café Landtmann before a walk takes me to the Mumok or the Leopold Museum. I enjoy lunch at the Palmenhaus or Plachutta, and afterwards, freshly invigorated, I stroll through the Volksgarten or Wurstelprater. The evening is rounded off with a visit to the Raimund Theatre or the U4.
My passion: The good things in life such as family, friends, music, travel, nature and mountains, good wines, good food – often home-cooked – fine cigars and peaty whiskies.
My motto: „If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.“ (Henry Ford)
Olivier Widmer
Project Manager
My place: I love Vienna, one of the best cities in the world to live in. The day begins with a „Einspaenner“ at Café Landtmann before a walk takes me to the Mumok or the Leopold Museum. I enjoy lunch at the Palmenhaus or Plachutta, and afterwards, freshly invigorated, I stroll through the Volksgarten or Wurstelprater. The evening is rounded off with a visit to the Raimund Theatre or the U4.
My passion: The good things in life such as family, friends, music, travel, nature and mountains, good wines, good food – often home-cooked – fine cigars and peaty whiskies.
My motto: „If you always do what you’ve always done, you’ll always get what you’ve always got.“ (Henry Ford)
My place: South Coast of South Africa (Cape Town and Garden Route) – Cape Town with Waterfront and Table Mountain, wine tasting around Stellenbosch, crossing fantastic landscapes, watching penguins and monkeys, excellent food at moderate prices and – last but not least – you will find some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world on the South Coast of South Africa.
My passion: I have a lot of energy and need a lot of exercise. I used to be on the athletics fields or badminton courts every day. Today, I enjoy playing many rounds of golf on the most beautiful golf courses in the world. This is where I can completely switch off and enjoy the wonderful life with old and new friends.
My motto: Focus on the solution, not the problem.
René Renggli
Project Manager
My place: South Coast of South Africa (Cape Town and Garden Route) – Cape Town with Waterfront and Table Mountain, wine tasting around Stellenbosch, crossing fantastic landscapes, watching penguins and monkeys, excellent food at moderate prices and – last but not least – you will find some of the most beautiful golf courses in the world on the South Coast of South Africa.
My passion: I have a lot of energy and need a lot of exercise. I used to be on the athletics fields or badminton courts every day. Today, I enjoy playing many rounds of golf on the most beautiful golf courses in the world. This is where I can completely switch off and enjoy the wonderful life with old and new friends.
My motto: Focus on the solution, not the problem.
My place: Iceland – an island with beautiful and breath-taking nature. It is the land of contrasts. Home to the largest glacier in Europe, it is also home to some of the most active volcanoes in the world. This combination earned Iceland the nickname „The Land of Fire and Ice“.
My passion: No matter where I am, I am always drawn to museums and historical buildings. It gives me great pleasure to marvel at art objects and archaeological finds.
My motto: Only those who love their work will find success with it.
Markus Odermatt
Head of Foam Technology Development & Quality Management
My place: Iceland – an island with beautiful and breath-taking nature. It is the land of contrasts. Home to the largest glacier in Europe, it is also home to some of the most active volcanoes in the world. This combination earned Iceland the nickname „The Land of Fire and Ice“.
My passion: No matter where I am, I am always drawn to museums and historical buildings. It gives me great pleasure to marvel at art objects and archaeological finds.
My motto: Only those who love their work will find success with it.
My place: Vals, Canton of Graubuenden – the mountain village. Unaltered. Friendly. Unique. For me, it is a place for rest and relaxation in every season. A visit to the spa in the morning, a long walk with the dog in the afternoon and exquisite Grisons specialities on the plate in the evening.
My passion: My family means everything to me – sharing my life with them and our animals is my passion. Take a look at my tattoos and you will see more of my passions and interests.
My motto:“Live your own life, not the life of others.”
Daniel Bucher
Head of Foil Technology Development
My place: Vals, Canton of Graubuenden – the mountain village. Unaltered. Friendly. Unique. For me, it is a place for rest and relaxation in every season. A visit to the spa in the morning, a long walk with the dog in the afternoon and exquisite Grisons specialities on the plate in the evening.
My passion: My family means everything to me – sharing my life with them and our animals is my passion. Take a look at my tattoos and you will see more of my passions and interests.
My motto:“Live your own life, not the life of others.”
My place: Aelggialp, Canton of Obwalden – recharging batteries and enjoying the view in the centre of Switzerland. Occasionally putting a fly on the still water, watching the clouds and just letting nature take over.
My passion: When I am not out enjoying time with my family, you are bound to find me with fishing rod in hand by or on the lake.
My motto: It is better to stumble on new paths than to stand still on old ones.
Adrian Greber
Foil Technology Development
My place: Aelggialp, Canton of Obwalden – recharging batteries and enjoying the view in the centre of Switzerland. Occasionally putting a fly on the still water, watching the clouds and just letting nature take over.
My passion: When I am not out enjoying time with my family, you are bound to find me with fishing rod in hand by or on the lake.
My motto: It is better to stumble on new paths than to stand still on old ones.
Administration & Services
My place: Water is my element. I love walking along a lake shore, swimming in the lake or enjoying the view of our beautiful lakes on a hike in the mountains.
My passion: By chance, I got into yodelling a few years ago, and a passion grew out of it. Yodelling is an expression of joie de vivre and promotes concentration. The weekly rehearsals in the group are happy, relaxing and sociable.
My motto: Treat others as you would like to be treated.
Marisette Roth
Sales / HR Administration
My place: Water is my element. I love walking along a lake shore, swimming in the lake or enjoying the view of our beautiful lakes on a hike in the mountains.
My passion: By chance, I got into yodelling a few years ago, and a passion grew out of it. Yodelling is an expression of joie de vivre and promotes concentration. The weekly rehearsals in the group are happy, relaxing and sociable.
My motto: Treat others as you would like to be treated.
My place: The dance studio. Here I can have fun with friends, enjoy the music and learn new things. When Im training with my crew for a show or a competition, of course it gets very tiring at times. But its worth it for the feeling of putting on a great show together!
My passion: I have been an enthusiastic dancer for years and a member of the crew „Project B.C.“ in Lucerne. Since my childhood, I have had an incredible amount of fun moving to music, rehearsing new choreographies and presenting them on stage. Through dancing I have made many new friends and experienced many exciting things.
My motto: Be yourself, because you are unique.
Leandra Betschart
Sales Administration
My place: The dance studio. Here I can have fun with friends, enjoy the music and learn new things. When Im training with my crew for a show or a competition, of course it gets very tiring at times. But its worth it for the feeling of putting on a great show together!
My passion: I have been an enthusiastic dancer for years and a member of the crew „Project B.C.“ in Lucerne. Since my childhood, I have had an incredible amount of fun moving to music, rehearsing new choreographies and presenting them on stage. Through dancing I have made many new friends and experienced many exciting things.
My motto: Be yourself, because you are unique.
My place: The main thing is to be outdoors! I prefer to spend time with my animals, to get away from it all and enjoy beautiful scenery.
My passion: My day starts best when I am surrounded by my cats and sheep and ends peacefully with relaxing music. A fine dinner accompanied by a glass of wine rounds off the evening perfectly – no specific restaurant because I always like to try something new.
My motto: Those who fight can lose. If you don’t fight, you’ve already lost.
Lisbeth Abächerli
Accounts Receivable & Accounts Payable
My place: The main thing is to be outdoors! I prefer to spend time with my animals, to get away from it all and enjoy beautiful scenery.
My passion: My day starts best when I am surrounded by my cats and sheep and ends peacefully with relaxing music. A fine dinner accompanied by a glass of wine rounds off the evening perfectly – no specific restaurant because I always like to try something new.
My motto: Those who fight can lose. If you don’t fight, you’ve already lost.
Production
My place: Chrummhorn above Lopper. A hike on a spring or autumn morning from Alpnachstad via Renggpass to Chrummhorn. Enjoying the tranquillity and view of Lake Lucerne and the Sarneraatal valley at the summit cross.
My passion: Anything that has wheels and an internal combustion engine, is drivable and was built before 1980.
My motto: We cannot change the wind, but we can set the sails differently.
Peter Theiler
Foam Production Manager
My place: Chrummhorn above Lopper. A hike on a spring or autumn morning from Alpnachstad via Renggpass to Chrummhorn. Enjoying the tranquillity and view of Lake Lucerne and the Sarneraatal valley at the summit cross.
My passion: Anything that has wheels and an internal combustion engine, is drivable and was built before 1980.
My motto: We cannot change the wind, but we can set the sails differently.
My place: Melchsee-Frutt Obwalden. I grew up on Melchsee-Frutt. No matter whether it’s summer or winter – these days I’m always fascinated by this beautiful place. Whether it’s for hiking, biking, skiing or even skibiking.
My passion: Ski biking… Nothing is more beautiful than an eight-kilometer downhill run on Melchsee-Frutt. I enjoy every curve, every slope and also the slightly changing conditions every day.
My motto: Every problem holds an important lesson. Another motto: Everything is going to be fine in the end. If it’s not fine it’s not the end. (Oscar Wilde)
Ronny von Rotz
Foil Production Manager
My place: Melchsee-Frutt Obwalden. I grew up on Melchsee-Frutt. No matter whether it’s summer or winter – these days I’m always fascinated by this beautiful place. Whether it’s for hiking, biking, skiing or even skibiking.
My passion: Ski biking… Nothing is more beautiful than an eight-kilometer downhill run on Melchsee-Frutt. I enjoy every curve, every slope and also the slightly changing conditions every day.
My motto: Every problem holds an important lesson. Another motto: Everything is going to be fine in the end. If it’s not fine it’s not the end. (Oscar Wilde)
