Stefan Flückiger is a former Swiss Deputy State Secretary for International Finance. He oversaw Switzerland’s latest strategy on sustainable and digital finance. He is now involved in Switzerland’s Green Fintech Network and serves as advisor at company boards. His professional experience includes diplomatic assignments abroad in Harare, Berlin and Paris, where he served as Swiss ambassador to the OECD. He was the Swiss G20 Finance Deputy, served as chief negotiator in trade agreements and also worked at the World Bank in Haiti and Washington.
Roundtable Room 2 (Level 2)
Elevating ESG
Join us as we unfold the journey of the Green Fintech Network's inaugural year at the cutting edge of sustainable finance innovation. This round table will explore the milestones achieved and the collaborative efforts to bolster Switzerland's position in the global market. Join the discussion on the rich and unique Swiss ecosystem, share success stories, address the challenges faced, and chart a course for the future of green digital finance.
Session Objectives:
- To present a comprehensive overview of GFN's evolution, highlighting the strides made in developing a value proposition that resonates globally.
- To unveil the «Green Fintech Map» showcasing how Swiss startups address different steps of the sustainable finance value chain.
- To articulate the unique selling points (USPs) of the Swiss ecosystem and its role in driving forward the global sustainable finance agenda.
- To discuss the practical challenges and learning experiences in funding green fintech ventures.
- To affirm the strategic timing for investing in green fintech, supported by compelling market and policy developments.
- To highlight successful collaborations between green fintechs and financial institutions, serving as case studies for future endeavors.
- To compare and contrast the Swiss green fintech ecosystem with other international hubs, deriving lessons and best practices.
- To provide an outlook on GFN's goals and milestones for the coming year, setting the stage for ongoing engagement and growth.