Associations & Interest Groups

Melanoma World Society (MWS) 

Zug · Since 2016

The core activity of the company "Melanoma World Society" is the promotion of research and treatment of skin cancer, particularly melanoma, through the organization of international congresses, symposia and other events, as well as the dissemination of information and research results in this field.

Mensch - Natur OST 

Herisau · Since 2024

Mensch - Natur OST is an association for labour market integration that provides work placements, targeted job coaching and operates as a recognized personnel placement service. The organization runs specialist departments (wood workshop, atelier, application office, landscape maintenance, secretariat), offers production and service solutions for employers and sells nature- or region-related products via an online shop.

Menzi-Jenny-Gertrud-Stiftung 

Chur · Since 1999

The core activity of the Menzi-Jenny-Gertrud Foundation is to provide financial contributions to support sick elderly people in the context of end-of-life care and to promote palliative care in the canton of Grisons.

MERITUS GENOSSENSCHAFT 

Ringgenberg Be · Since 2005

The core activity of Meritus Genossenschaft is to provide services to its members, particularly small and medium-sized enterprises, to increase their profits and returns. These services include: trust services, IT services, construction and craft services, administrative tasks such as accounting, IT services, telephone services and representation, and a purchasing community to obtain better conditions together. Meritus Genossenschaft also acts as a supplier or service provider to third parties in order to offer its members and customers optimal conditions.

MESCA Foundation 

Baar · Since 2021

The core activity of MESCA Foundation is to promote and improve public health and provide access to high-quality medical care for people in Central Asia. This includes: Supporting and financing research projects, particularly in the fields of ophthalmology and telemedicine; Organizing and financing training and exchange programs for medical personnel; Identifying high-risk patients and providing targeted medical screenings and services; Supporting and promoting measures to improve medical infrastructure and access to modern technology in Central Asia.

Messerli-Stiftung 

Sörenberg · Since 2008

Messerli-Stiftung is a charitable foundation that works to preserve a natural environment for people and animals and to provide assistance to needy children. It maintains a mountain inn and an organic farm, supports a research institute studying human–animal relationships and makes research findings accessible to the public.

Metaltec Zürich Schaffhausen 

Neerach · Since 2014

Metaltec Zürich Schaffhausen is a professional association for companies in the metal and steel construction sector. The association safeguards common professional interests, promotes member cooperation and mutual support, coordinates apprenticeships and qualification procedures, and supports continuing education while addressing issues in public and private procurement.

metrobasel Expo & Forum GmbH 

Basel · Since 2008

metrobasel Expo & Forum GmbH is a project focused on regional economic, landscape and settlement development. It communicates impulses, potentials and projects and serves as a hinge between ideas, research and the implementation of development objectives for the metropolitan area (Aargau, Basel, Jura, Solothurn, southern Baden and southern Alsace).

Metron Stiftung für Mitbestimmung 

Brugg Ag · Since 1974

Metron Stiftung für Mitbestimmung holds the majority of voting shares in the holding company and represents employees' co‑determination rights. Employees become members automatically on starting employment, and the foundation is obliged to cast its votes at the general meeting in accordance with decisions made by the employee assembly (MAV).

MIBA Genossenschaft 

Aesch Bl · Since 1906

MIBA Genossenschaft is the cooperative of milk producers. It coordinates marketing of milk and dairy products, represents members' interests and consolidates activities within the MIBA Group; its producer area covers northwestern Switzerland.