About Us

After 17 years at UBS, followed by 5 years at Landolt & Cie in Lausanne, primarily in the financial sector (‘centralized management’ and ‘private client advisory’), Mr. Pascal Roux, a CFPI graduate (Federal Diploma of Financial Analyst and Wealth Manager) in 1994, joined Mr. Marc Berger in 2000 to co-found Cronos Finance SA in 2003.

Holder of a master’s degree in Economic Sciences from HEC Lausanne, a certified tax expert, and a certified financial analyst and wealth manager (CIIA), Hervé Mützenberg joined Cronos Finance SA in February 2016 to develop asset management and advisory services in real estate investments. Previously, he managed a real estate fund management company from 2011 to January 2016, after holding various positions in the banking and fiduciary sectors.

After more than 17 years of experience in financial markets (analysis, trading, advisory, wealth management, and brokerage), Mr. Müller has been active in fund management since 2006. He has notably been responsible for business development, the structuring of new investment vehicles, and obtaining regulatory approval for a fund management company. He also served as the general manager of an investment fund company for several years.

With a Bachelor’s degree in Political Economy and a Master’s degree in Finance from HEC Lausanne, Rim joined Cronos after an initial experience in fintech. Starting as an analyst and then becoming a Portfolio Manager, she now holds the position of CIO, leading the investment committee and centralized management at Cronos Finance. In parallel, she publishes academic articles with Prof. Rockinger and is currently undergoing ESG training. She earned her CFA certification in 2022.

With 30 years of extensive banking experience in Private Banking, including 12 years with Switzerland’s leading bank, 11 years with CS Fides, and at LGT Bank, Nicole Aeschlimann joined Cronos Finance as an investment advisor in March 2015.

An expert in finance and investment (CFPI), François Baudet has over 30 years of experience in client advisory and wealth management, primarily with Switzerland’s leading bank. He joined Cronos in March 2017 after working in Zurich and Lausanne within an international English-speaking banking group.

Sacha Martone began his professional and banking career as an intern at UBS Switzerland in 2009. After several years as an Assistant Relationship Manager, he became a Private Banker. He now has over 12 years of experience in wealth management. Sacha works with an international clientele, primarily composed of entrepreneurs, mainly from the Middle East. He joined Cronos Finance SA in November 2022.

An expert in real estate appraisals and a property manager with a federal diploma, he managed a significant private real estate portfolio from 2008 to 2016 and served as a financing advisor for real estate professionals at BCV from 2001 to 2008.

With 28 years of banking experience with Switzerland’s leading bank, including 15 years as a client advisor.

After completing a banking apprenticeship at UBS, followed by several years in the securities department, Thierry Charrière joined Mr. Marc Berger in 1999. He then continued his professional development by obtaining the financial advisor diploma in 2006. To this day, he contributes to the management and administration of the company’s investment funds.

Sandrine Borer joined Cronos Finance in 2004 to handle various administrative tasks related to management and AML compliance. With a banking background complemented by a federal diploma as a bank employee, Mrs. Borer worked for 15 years as an assistant to wealth managers in two prominent financial institutions.

After completing his Bachelor’s degree at HEC Lausanne, Stefano Scuderi ventured into entrepreneurship before joining Cronos in the fields of IT and marketing.

After 10 years of experience with various real estate players in the region, earning the title of Certified Technical Property Manager (USPI Formation), and holding a position as a project director within a Lausanne-based property management company, Ségolène Salina joined Cronos Finance to oversee the technical management of properties, particularly renovation projects. She further expanded her expertise by obtaining her Immobail Level 2 certificate in June 2020.

Holder of a Federal Diploma as a Property Manager, Donévan Mayor has over 10 years of experience with various real estate agencies in French-speaking Switzerland, managing properties for private clients and institutional investors. He joined Cronos Finance in October 2020 as an Asset Manager.

Bryan Pellissier joined Cronos Finance after two and a half years of experience as a property manager with a major real estate agency in Vaud. He completed several USPI training programs between 2017 and 2019 (Immostart, Immobase).

Active in sales for many years with Switzerland’s largest retail group, Ana Branco is now responsible for managing the facilities and equipment of Cronos. She also oversees reception and client hospitality.

Virginie Petignat joined Cronos Finance after 6 years of experience with two major real estate players in Lausanne. In 2017, she obtained the certificate in Introduction to Real Estate Economics, followed in 2019 by the diploma of Certified Technical Property Manager (USPI).

With a banking background, Hasan Yavavli began his career as an intern and later as an assistant in the Key Clients department at BCV. He then specialized in the real estate sector as a financial advisor for the leading financing consultancy. He joined Cronos Finance in June 2022 and is currently completing his studies to earn a bachelor’s degree in business economics, with a specialization in finance and real estate.

With a commercial background, Filipe began his professional career at a Geneva-based real estate agency. After 10 years of experience, he decided to join Cronos Finance in February 2023. He expanded his knowledge by obtaining the Immobase, Immocourtage, and Immobail certifications.

Civil Engineer (HES) and holder of a Master’s degree in Real Estate Management (IEI).

Professional experience: 7 years as a project manager in an engineering firm, followed by 17 years as Head of Construction for French-speaking Switzerland at Poste Immobilier.

At Cronos Finance, he is responsible for Developments and Construction

Zade Ferizi joined Cronos after 8 years of experience with a regional real estate agency. She completed training in accounting as well as the Immobase USPI program.