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Colin Stember

Colin Stember

Colin Stember

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I realized very early on that economy is the fundamental functional principle of the modern world. Coming from a family of business people and financial professionals, I devoured the news, even when I was a child, and there were constant discussions about the economy and politics within the family. Since then, I have worked purposefully towards my occupation today, training continually alongside my job (BSc, EMBA, MBA).

I am a consultant, a businessman and a compliance expert. Above all, I draw professional satisfaction from my ability to transform generic customer requirements in highly-specialized environments in order to achieve the best possible solution for my clients. This is how we, at Finad, generate trust and credibility, which are the foundations of co-operation. Finding solutions where they are least expected is a strong motivation for me.

Languages
  • German – Mother tongue
  • English – Fluent
  • French – Basic
Publications
Work experience
2018 – Present
MANAGING PARTNER
FINAD AG, Zürich
Member of the board of management, client advisory and project management in various areas, CFO.
2013 - 2018
RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / CHIEF OF STAFF
FINAD AG, Zürich
Responsible for the setup and development of the organization, the internal control system and definition of processes within the Finad group. Furthermore client advisory and project management in areas such as compliance, marketing, IT and HR.
2012 - 2013
JUNIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / DEPUTY HEAD PRIVATE OFFICE
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Advisory of special clients and external asset managers, deputy to the desk head.
2007 - 2012
JUNIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Advisory to private banking clients, institutional clients, intermediaries and external asset managers as well as support of senior relationship managers.
2004 - 2007
ASSISTANT PRIVATE BANKING
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Support of junior and senior relationship managers
2002 - 2004
ALLROUND-INTERNSHIP
UBS AG, Zürich
Various activities in the following areas:
- Operations Equities and Warrants
- Private Banking
- Sponsoring
- Export Finance
Education
2015 – 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Business Management from the University of Southern Queensland (Australia)
2015 – 2017
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in International Business from the University of Applied Sciences, Zurich
2006 – 2010
Bachelor of Science ZFH in Business Administration from the University of Applied Sciences, Zurich Major: General Management Minor: International Management
2002 – 2004
The European Foundation Certificate in Banking from EBTN, certification part of the UBS Allround-Internship
Work experience
Education
Languages
Work experience
2018 – Present
MANAGING PARTNER
FINAD AG, Zürich
Member of the board of management, client advisory and project management in various areas, CFO.
2013 - 2018
RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / CHIEF OF STAFF
FINAD AG, Zürich
Responsible for the setup and development of the organization, the internal control system and definition of processes within the Finad group. Furthermore client advisory and project management in areas such as compliance, marketing, IT and HR.
2012 - 2013
JUNIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER / DEPUTY HEAD PRIVATE OFFICE
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Advisory of special clients and external asset managers, deputy to the desk head.
2007 - 2012
JUNIOR RELATIONSHIP MANAGER
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Advisory to private banking clients, institutional clients, intermediaries and external asset managers as well as support of senior relationship managers.
2004 - 2007
ASSISTANT PRIVATE BANKING
Liechtensteinische Landesbank (Schweiz) AG, Zürich
Support of junior and senior relationship managers
2002 - 2004
ALLROUND-INTERNSHIP
UBS AG, Zürich
Various activities in the following areas:
- Operations Equities and Warrants
- Private Banking
- Sponsoring
- Export Finance
Education
2015 – 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Global Business Management from the University of Southern Queensland (Australia)
2015 – 2017
Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) in International Business from the University of Applied Sciences, Zurich
2006 – 2010
Bachelor of Science ZFH in Business Administration from the University of Applied Sciences, Zurich Major: General Management Minor: International Management
2002 – 2004
The European Foundation Certificate in Banking from EBTN, certification part of the UBS Allround-Internship
Languages
  • German – Mother tongue
  • English – Fluent
  • French – Basic

Personal convictions

Values
My family passed on a framework of values based on honesty, fairness, integrity and loyalty. From my grandfather, in particular, who was an extraordinary businessman, I inherited the guiding principles required to be successful in the economic world. Decency and respect are my creed. I believe in sustainable, social economic liberalism.
Markets
We are the CFOs for private individuals and their families and help to solve complex matters over their entire life cycle. Demographic change and longevity are leading to a higher and thus longer consumption of assets, which must be considered early on during planning. Succession planning, whether private or professional, continues to be an important topic, which is often tackled too late.
Trends
Digitalization and automation are trends, the effects of which have not yet been fully identified. The use of blockchain, fintech, regtech are threatening to make classic banking superfluous, but are also opening up new possibilities in all areas of life. Individual and complex matters require Finad.
Risks
Due to the infiltration of automated processes and the proliferation of cloud computing, the risk of software dependency and data theft is increasing. The risks, which have increased due to the global debt problems, will also become more important globally in the coming years, especially as we are very late into the current credit cycle. Despite over-regulation of the financial sector, these risks are dormant at the heart of the financial markets.
Countries
For me, Switzerland and Germany are the main countries, in which I both feel at home and see a sustainable, stable potential with manageable risks. With a more tolerant risk profile, the Asian markets should definitely be considered and South America is also providing ever more opportunities, even if politics there are more unpredictable.
People
In principle, I expect that responsible, independent thinkers, who have common sense and are in possession of information that is as neutral as possible, are able to make qualified decisions. Especially when speaking with my clients, it is important to me to demonstrate my competence. I am an attentive listener and am convinced that simplicity, honesty and respect are the best basis for dealing with anyone.
Values
My family passed on a framework of values based on honesty, fairness, integrity and loyalty. From my grandfather, in particular, who was an extraordinary businessman, I inherited the guiding principles required to be successful in the economic world. Decency and respect are my creed. I believe in sustainable, social economic liberalism.
Markets
We are the CFOs for private individuals and their families and help to solve complex matters over their entire life cycle. Demographic change and longevity are leading to a higher and thus longer consumption of assets, which must be considered early on during planning. Succession planning, whether private or professional, continues to be an important topic, which is often tackled too late.
Trends
Digitalization and automation are trends, the effects of which have not yet been fully identified. The use of blockchain, fintech, regtech are threatening to make classic banking superfluous, but are also opening up new possibilities in all areas of life. Individual and complex matters require Finad.
Risks
Due to the infiltration of automated processes and the proliferation of cloud computing, the risk of software dependency and data theft is increasing. The risks, which have increased due to the global debt problems, will also become more important globally in the coming years, especially as we are very late into the current credit cycle. Despite over-regulation of the financial sector, these risks are dormant at the heart of the financial markets.
Countries
For me, Switzerland and Germany are the main countries, in which I both feel at home and see a sustainable, stable potential with manageable risks. With a more tolerant risk profile, the Asian markets should definitely be considered and South America is also providing ever more opportunities, even if politics there are more unpredictable.
People
In principle, I expect that responsible, independent thinkers, who have common sense and are in possession of information that is as neutral as possible, are able to make qualified decisions. Especially when speaking with my clients, it is important to me to demonstrate my competence. I am an attentive listener and am convinced that simplicity, honesty and respect are the best basis for dealing with anyone.

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