Peter E. Bodmer Becomes New Chairman at Helvetica and Marc Giraudon Takes over the sole CEO Role

Helsinki Property Investors AG announced significant leadership changes to take place at the start of Q2, ahead of schedule. Peter E. Bodmer steps in as the new Chairman, and Marc Giraudon will assume the sole CEO position from 2nd April 2024. The board confirmed Giraudon’s new role following an efficient transition from co-CEO Hans R. Holdener, who departs after seventeen years but will continue as a Board of Directors member.

Hans R. Holdener’s early departure enables a swift handover, hailing Marc Giraudon's leadership as pivotal for Helvetica's future. Peter E. Bodmer, bringing extensive experience from various industries including finance and real estate, will replace Hans Ueli Keller as Chairman in early May 2024, post-General Assembly. Keller lauds the new leadership structure, expressing confidence in the team's capabilities and welcoming Bodmer as Chairman. Giraudon vows to steer Helvetica towards being an investor-focused and trustworthy real estate partner.

The leadership changes occur against a backdrop of Helvetica's dedication to providing stable real estate assets with solid returns. Both outgoing and incoming executives emphasized their commitment to Helvetica's mission, reflecting a smooth transition aimed at sustaining the company’s strong market position.