Associations & Interest Groups

Schweizerischer Leasingverband 

Zurich · Since 1987

The core activity of the Swiss Leasing Association (SLV) is to represent and promote the interests of its members from the leasing industry, as well as to inform the general public about the benefits and possibilities of leasing. The association provides its members with support in matters of financing, innovation and sustainability, and represents their interests to the public, politics and other stakeholders.

Schweizerischer Maler- und Gipserunternehmer-Verband, Region Bern Genossenschaft 

Bern · Since 1907

The company's core activity is the representation and support of painting and plastering companies in the Bern region, Switzerland. This includes services such as arranging training and further education opportunities, supporting membership and legal advice, as well as promoting environmental protection and collective labor agreements.

Schweizerischer Leichtathletikverband 

Ittigen · Since 2023

The core activity of Swiss Athletics is the promotion and organization of athletics in Switzerland, including the training of athletes, the staging of competitions and the support of clubs and associations.

Schweizerischer Orientierungslauf-Verband (SOLV) 

Olten · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the promotion and organization of orienteering (OL) in Switzerland. This includes the organization of competitions, the training of athletes and coaches, the creation of maps, and the representation of the interests of OL sports in Switzerland. The company also provides services such as event organization, rule creation, and the provision of information and resources for athletes, coaches, and event organizers.

Schweizerischer Musikerverband, Sektion Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1990

Schweizerischer Musikerverband, Sektion Zürich is the regional section of the Swiss Musicians’ Union (SMV-USDAM) representing professional orchestra members and freelance professional musicians. It provides members with services including negotiation and enforcement of collective labour agreements, contract and tariff arrangements, legal advice, insurance cover and information.

Schweizerischer Milchwirtschaftlicher Verein (SMV) 

Bern · Since 1989

The core activity of FROMARTE is to support and provide services to the dairy industry, particularly to cheese factories and milk processing plants. This includes services such as quality management, energy efficiency, occupational safety and hygiene, as well as training and further education of specialists in the dairy industry. The association represents the interests of the dairy industry and offers its members various services and industry solutions to help them focus on their core competencies in the production of dairy products.

Schweizerischer Padel Verband 

Wädenswil · Since 2021

The core activity of Swiss Padel is the promotion and organization of padel sports in Switzerland. This includes hosting tournaments and competitions, training coaches and referees, issuing licenses, and supporting padel clubs and players. Swiss Padel serves as the umbrella organization for padel sports in Switzerland and represents the interests of the sport at the national level.

Schweizerischer Musikerverband, Sektion Zürich, Untergruppe Philharmonia Zürich, Orchester der Oper 

Zurich · Since 1988

Schweizerischer Pensionskassenverband (ASIP) 

Zurich · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the representation and support of pension funds in Switzerland, particularly through the provision of information, training and further education, specialist conferences and events for members. The company also provides studies and technical reports to inform members about current developments in the field of old-age provision.

Schweizerischer Maler- und Gipserunternehmer-Verband (SMGV) 

Wallisellen · Since 1970

The company is an association that offers services to Swiss painting and plastering contractors. The core activities include: political representation and co-shaping of standards, training and further education of painters and plasterers, legal assistance for members, management of a specialist publishing house, public relations and marketing, consulting and support in the areas of occupational safety, environment and market, offering services such as pre-retirement model, order processing and succession planning, operation of a training center and offering courses and training programs. The association aims to represent the interests of its members and offer them high-quality services to support their economic security.

Schweizerischer Public Relations Verband SPRV 

Zurich · Since 2016

Schweizerischer Verband für komplementärmedizinische Heilmittel 

Bern · Since 2005

The Swiss Association for Complementary Medicinal Products (SVKH) represents the interests of manufacturers and distributors of complementary and phytotherapeutic medicinal products (KPA) as well as natural food supplements and medical devices. The company's core activity is to maintain and promote comprehensive access to complementary and phytotherapeutic products at reasonable prices in a transformed, digitally supported healthcare system.

Schweizerischer Verband des Personals öffentlicher Dienste (V.P.O.D.) 

Zurich · Since 1931

Schweizerischer Verband des Personals öffentlicher Dienste (V.P.O.D.) is a trade union representing employees in the public service. It negotiates wage and social-policy matters, provides member advice and legal protection, organises training and publishes informational materials, and conducts campaigns via regional offices and sectoral committees.

Schweizerischer Verband der Strassen- und Verkehrsfachleute 

Zurich · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the promotion and further development of road and transport infrastructure in Switzerland through research, standardization, education and training, as well as the support of engineers and specialists in this field.

Schweizerischer Verband für Kältetechnik, SVK 

Alpnach Dorf · Since 2020

Schweizerischer Verband für Kältetechnik, SVK is an industry association for refrigeration technology and related professions. It provides technical information, vocational and continuing education, guidance on certification for handling refrigerants, and administers funding programmes, services and publications for the sector.

Schweizerischer Verband der Lebensmitteldetaillisten (Veledes) 

Dübendorf · Since 1950

Schweizerischer Verband der Lebensmitteldetaillisten (Veledes) represents independent food retailers and provides sector-specific advisory and member services. Services include legal advice, insurance and social‑security settlement via AK105, vocational training and continuing education, business consulting, and industry guidelines.

Schweizerischer Verband für Temperaturgeführte Logistik SVTL 

Pratteln · Since 2018

The company's core activity is the promotion and representation of the interests of companies in temperature-controlled logistics, particularly in the areas of food logistics, chemicals, pharmaceuticals and healthcare. The association offers its members services such as know-how and information exchange, further education, marketing and contact platforms, and represents their interests to authorities, associations and politics.

Schweizerischer Verband für Orthopädische Muskuloskelettale Physiotherapie (SVOMP) 

Lengnau Ag · Since 2018

The core activity of the company "svomp" is the representation and promotion of the interests of musculoskeletal physiotherapists in Switzerland, including the organization of further education, courses and events, as well as the maintenance of exchange within the profession and representation towards partners and stakeholders.

Schweizerischer Verband von Comestibles-Importeuren und Händlern SIC 

Pratteln · Since 2007

Schweizerischer Verband von Comestibles-Importeuren und Händlern SIC is an industry association that promotes and safeguards the common interests of comestibles importers and traders. The association provides direct advice, represents members in dealings with authorities on enforcement of legal provisions, organises visits for members to producers and suppliers, and conducts public relations activities.

Schweizerischer Verband Selbständiger Medizinalpersonen (SVM) 

Liebefeld · Since 2016

Schweizerischer Verband Selbständiger Medizinalpersonen (SVM) is presented on the website as the VSM collective foundation for medical professionals and provides occupational pension solutions. The foundation administers occupational pension plans for employers and employees in the medical sector and offers pension products and services for physicians, medical organizations and related companies.