Associations & Interest Groups

Office de Promotion des Industries et des Technologies 

Plan-Les-Ouates · Since 1976

The company 'Office de Promotion des Industries et des Technologies' (OPI) is a private foundation that focuses on supporting and promoting businesses in the Geneva region. The company's core activities include: Coaching and consulting for businesses, particularly in the areas of innovation, technology, and business development; Organizing events and networking meetings to promote exchange between businesses and experts; Supporting businesses in the development of projects and the implementation of innovations; Providing resources and services to support businesses in their development; Promoting collaboration between businesses, universities, and research institutions. Overall, the company aims to promote economic development in the Geneva region and support businesses in their development and innovation.

oikos St. Gallen 

St. Gallen · Since 2022

oikos St. Gallen is a local chapter of oikos International, a student network focused on sustainable economics and management. The chapter collaborates with university staff and alumni to address sustainability topics on campus and beyond.

Olympische und Paralympische Winterspiele Schweiz 2038 (OPWS2038) 

Lausanne · Since 2024

The core activity of Swiss Olympic is the promotion and support of Swiss sports, particularly the representation of the interests of private-law organized sports and the creation of conditions for sporting success at the international level, as well as the dissemination and anchoring of Olympic values in society.

One Nature Foundation 

Vevey · Since 2007

The core activity of the company 'One Nature Foundation' is the promotion and protection of the environment and biodiversity through various projects, such as raising awareness and educating children and adults, supporting research projects and developing solutions for the conservation of natural resources. The company is particularly committed to protecting bees and the Rivière de biodiversité and offers educational materials and resources for education and awareness.

onoSemina.org 

Schindellegi · Since 2020

The core activity of onoSemina.org is the planting and protection of trees, particularly native, wild forests, as well as the promotion of biodiversity and environmental protection. The company supports authors and publishers in publishing works that promote the cultivation of new trees and offers educational and inspirational programs for realistic environmental protection measures. Additionally, the company coordinates projects for the planting and care of trees and collaborates with organizations and individuals to restore forests worldwide.

Open House Zürich - Architektur für alle 

Zurich · Since 2015

The core activity of Open House Zurich is the organization of events and activities aimed at making architecture and building culture accessible to the public and promoting interest in architecture and urban development. The association enables the population to visit buildings and structures and offers programs and activities that convey knowledge about architecture and its importance for the development of our living spaces.

Operational Riskdata eXchange Association (ORX) 

Geneva · Since 2002

The core activity of ORX is to act as an industry partner for financial institutions and manage and measure operational and non-financial risks in the global financial services industry. To this end, ORX develops fundamental standards for the industry, collects and analyzes data on operational risks, and provides innovative technology solutions to help members effectively manage risks.

Opo-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1985

Opo-Stiftung supports scientific research and manages an endowment composed mainly of a shareholding in Opopharma AG and real estate. In cooperation with the Freenovation programme (Novartis) and the USZ Foundation it selects a small number of projects each year focused on life sciences and medicine; external project applications are not accepted.

OPTIKSCHWEIZ - Der Verband für Optometrie und Optik 

Olten · Since 1987

OPTIKSCHWEIZ - Der Verband für Optometrie und Optik is a professional association representing the optometry and optics sector and promoting vocational education and training. The association provides member services such as business and legal advice, guidelines, a complaints office and an online directory of specialist retailers.

Ordo Militaris Teutonicus Levantis 

Ramersberg · Since 2023

The company provides humanitarian aid and promotes social causes, particularly for nursing homes, orphanages, kindergartens and nurseries, as well as for disaster and development aid. It is a charitable organization that helps in the spirit of traditional chivalric virtues.