SCF Alumni

The Swiss-California Fellowship Program started in 2001

Patrizia Buser
SCF-Fellow 2006-2007

Education
2006 Graduation from the University of St.Gallenn with BA in International Affairs

Current Position
Graduate Program in International Affairs at the University of St.Gallen

Contact: patrizia.buser@gmail.com

Impression
" This is an excellent program to develop leadership skills and to further organizational skills. The eight months I spent here were an incredibly enriching experience and I recommend this program to anyone looking for a real challenge after graduation."

 

Raphael Zeller
SCF-Fellow 2005-2006

Education
2003 Graduation from the University of St. Gallen with Masters in Banking

Current Position
Information unavailable

Contact: raphael.zeller@alumni.unisg.ch

Impression
"The Swiss-California Fellowship Program is an excellent way to expand both personal and professional skills. I was able to develop and conduct projects, often working closely with business and policy leaders of Northern California. I had a terrific time and gained friends for life".

 

Andrea Ullmann
SCF-Fellow 2004-2005

Education
2005 Graduation from the University of St. Gallen Bachelor of International Affairs

Current Position
Consultant with IRF Communications, Switzerland

Contact: andrea.ullmann@gmail.com

Impression
"I had a wonderful experience during the Swiss-California Foundation Fellowship, in which I was able to grow personally and professionally. Not only did it provide me with exposure to the Bay Area Business Community, but it also expanded my understanding of international Business as a whole. I will always look back on my time in California with great pleasure".

 

Stefanie Lustenberger
SCF-Fellow 2003-2004

Education
2003 Graduation from the University of St. Gallen with Masters in Media and Communication Management

Current Position
Business Development Director by Ringier, Vietnam

Contact: stefanie.lustenberger@gmx.ch

Impression
"The Fellowship for Swiss-California Foundation changed my life. Not only was I able to work in a variety of projects in different business fields and explore the American way of business, but I also gained a lot of positive experience for my personal life. I had a great time in Sonoma County ".

 

Mirjam Lutz
SCF-Fellow 2002-2003

Education
2002 Graduation from the University of St. Gallen with Masters in Information Management

Current Position
Release Manager with Avaloq Evolution AG, Switzerland

Contact: mail@mirilutz.com

Impression
"The Swiss-California Fellowship Program enabled me to expand my professional skills, to learn from business leaders and to gain a deep understanding of the American business culture. I feel now fully prepared for a major role in an international business".

 

Silvan Bättig
SCF-Fellow 2001-2002

Education
2002 Graduation from the University of St. Gallen with Masters in Banking, Swiss CPA

Current Position
Private Equity Analyst with SUVA Swiss National Accident Insurance Institution, Switzerland

Contact: silvan_baettig@hotmail.com

Impression
"I would never miss the unique experience I got from the Swiss-California Fellowship Program. I was able to work independently in an international environment, interact with California's business and policy leaders, and explore many of Northern California's cultural and receational opportunities."