What a great moment for HSFL! Very pleased to announce that Stefan Barth has joined HSFL as a Partner effective February 2026.
Stefan is one of the most seasoned Financial Lines experts in the market. Stefan holds a law degree from the University of Bern and most recently served as Financial Lines Manager Switzerland at Liberty Specialty Markets. Prior to that, he spent many years at Zurich Insurance as Head Technical Underwriting Financial Lines Switzerland and Interim Head Specialties. In thes...
Very excited and proud to announce that André Costa has joined HSFL as Broker Financial Lines, effective January 2026.
André brings extensive experience in Financial Lines and Cyber Insurance, having spent many years as an Underwriter at Zurich Insurance, and most recently contributing as a Product Developer for Cyber Insurance at AXA.
Beyond his strong technical expertise, what stands out to us is André’s exceptional interpersonal skills, deep market insight and collaborative mindset. We are co...
Supply chain risks in the spotlight of Cyber security. Excited to announce Jonas Schwade, CEO, cysmo Cyber Risks GmbH, who will talk about implications for underwriting and opportunities through regulation at the FLF 2025 on April 3, 2025 in Zurich. Be there and join here: https://forum.financial-lines.ch/ticketshop/regulaeres-ticket/ .
The Cyber risk landscape is ever changing – and so is the Cyber insurance. Proud to announce Dr. Sylvie Verdier, Senior Underwriter – Financial Lines / Cyber, Axa XL, who will talk about the status and developments of the Cyber insurance. Be there at the FLF 2025 on April 3, 2025 in Zurich and secure one of the last places here: https://forum.financial-lines.ch/ticketshop/regulaeres-ticket/ .
It is with great pleasure to announce Alexandra Braun, Head of Underwriting Financial Lines GER/SUI, Allianz Commercial. Hear from the expert, where the D&O insurance stands and what to be expected. Join the FLF 2025 in 3 weeks’ time, on April 3, 2025, in Zurich. Sign-up here: https://forum.financial-lines.ch/ticketshop/regulaeres-ticket/ .
Excited and honoured to announce: Lieutenant General Thomas Süssli, Chief of the Swiss Armed Forces, will talk about Cyber threats in his keynote speech at the FLF 2025 in Zurich on April 3, 2025. Meet the expert and hear the insights first-hand: “You! are the Target”. Looking forward to seeing you at the FLF 2025! Secure your seat here: https://forum.financial-lines.ch/ticketshop/regulaeres-ticket/ .
Unique opportunity and great honour! Dr. Constanze Stelzenmüller, Director and Fritz Stern Chair, Center on the United States and Europe Foreign Policy | BROOKINGS, in Washington, will speak at the FLF 2025 on April 3, 2025 in Zurich. Meet the expert and hear first-hand insights on transatlantic politics and security and what the geopolitical turmoil and transatlantic challenges mean for all of us. It couldn't be more topical and relevant! Be there and secure your seat now: https://forum.financi ...
Proud to announce that Markus Haefeli, Managing Partner at Haefeli & Schroeder Financial Lines AG, has given a lecture on “Directors & Officers Insurance (D&O)” at the “Board Essentials” program - a collaboration between the Institute for Law and Economics at the University of St.Gallen and SIX Swiss Exchange.
Thoughts on the Transition from 2024 to 2025
A dynamic year is coming to an end – a perfect opportunity to pause and reflect with gratitude.
We look back on a successful year, marked by valuable encounters, inspiring projects, and collaborations with incredible people. Together, we have overcome challenges, implemented innovative ideas, and achieved much.
A heartfelt thank you goes especially to our clients, business partners, and our team. Your trust, support, and commitment have made all of th...
The Financial Lines Forum 2025 takes place on April 3, 2025 in Zurich – with the FL-Night reception in Zurich’s old town on April 2, 2025. Proud to announce the FLF 2025 keynote speaker: Dr. Constanze Stelzenmüller - Director and Fritz Stern Chair | Center on the United States and Europe Foreign Policy | BROOKINGS - and KKDT Thomas Süssli, Head of the Swiss Army. Be part of it! Program details will follow soon. Take the opportunity and register now in these last days of 2024: https://forum.fina ...
