Governance
Geneva Call is registered as a foundation under Swiss law. Its headquarters are located in Geneva, Switzerland, where a diverse and highly motivated team provides essential support to field operations.
Board of Trustees
Jean Keller
ChairJean Keller currently serves as the CEO of Quaero Capital following his successful tenure as the Chief Executive Officer of 3A (Alternative Asset Advisors) and of LODH Assets Management LTD. He is the Chair of the board of Geneva Call, administrator of Alias Partners, a financial company, and vice-chair and treasurer of the Martin Bodmer Foundation.
Doris Pfister
Vice-ChairDoris Pfister devoted a significant period of her career working for the International Committee of the Red Cross as a Delegate in a number of field missions, and subsequently took on various managerial roles, including Director of Resources and Operational Support. She currently serves as a vice-chair of the board of Geneva Call and is a board member of the Hirondelle Foundation.
Lorella Bertani
Vice-ChairLorella Bertani is a highly accomplished lawyer renowned for her expertise in advocating for victims of sexual and physical violence. She is a vice-chair of the board of Geneva Call, president of the Fondation d’art dramatique of Geneva, president of the board of the Caisse de prêts sur gages, member of the Barreau Commission of Geneva, and deputy judge of the Criminal Court of Geneva.
Hans Isler
TreasurerHans Isler brings a wealth of experience as a former ICRC Delegate and auditor at Arthur Andersen Switzerland and EY. He is currently treasurer of the board of Geneva Call, a member of the supervisory body of Pictet Group, vice-president of Banque Pictet & Cie SA, vice-president of the board of Banque du Léman SA, president of the board of Valcourt SA, and a board member of MKS Pamp SA, MMTC PAMP India pvt. Ltd, Goldavenue SA, and the Fondation Audemars Piguet pour le bien commun. He is also an esteemed member of the Financial Commission of Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Switzerland.
Gloria Gaggioli
Board MemberProf. Gloria Gaggioli is a distinguished international lawyer specializing in international humanitarian law and international human rights law. She is the Director of the Geneva Academy of international humanitarian law and human rights and an international law professor at the University of Geneva. She has an extensive background in research and teaching at prestigious universities in Switzerland, France, Denmark, Sweden, and the US. Prof. Gaggioli has served as a legal adviser at the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
Christoph Harnisch
Board MemberChristoph Harnisch is a seasoned humanitarian professional with extensive experience working with the ICRC, holding various senior positions. For his invaluable contributions to the work of the ICRC in the framework of the Colombia Peace Process, he was decorated with the “Gran Cruz” of the Order of San Carlos of the Republic of Colombia. Christoph Harnisch is a member of the board of Geneva Call.
Karine Beyersdorf-Zimeray
Board MemberKarine Beyersdorf-Zimeray is a recognized expert in communications and institutional relations, with extensive experience in top management roles at the Institut National de l’Audiovisuel (INA) and at Prisma Media. In 2008 she established KBZ Corporate, a renowned strategic communications and reputation firm based in Paris, and later expanded her influence with the establishment of KBZ International in Geneva in 2020. Karine Beyersdorf-Zimeray is a member of the board of Geneva Call.
Helen Durham
Board MemberDr Helen Durham AO is a highly esteemed international lawyer, International Humanitarian Law and diplomacy expert. Throughout her distinguished career, she held pivotal roles within the Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement, including the Director of the International Law and Policy Department at the ICRC. Helen Durham is a member of the board of Geneva Call and actively contributes to the Research Advisory Committee of the Humanitarian Advisory Group (HAG).
Marc Briol
Board MemberMarc Briol brings with him two decades of experience in the financial sector. He currently serves as the CEO of Pictet Asset Services and is also the Chairman of Fund Partners Solutions (Europe) & (CH) SA. Previously, he worked as an auditor at Arthur Andersen and held various managerial roles, including COO of Pictet Asset Management and Head of Pictet Technology and Operations Division. In addition, Marc is an independent coopted member of the Doctors Without Borders (MSF) Financial Commission.