2023

Stöckli Swiss Sports AG

Stöckli convinced the gfm jury not only with its clear positioning and innovative products. Over the years, Stöckli has always succeeded in adapting to changing conditions and adapting the "go-to-market" strategy from direct-to-consumer (D2C) to B2B2C.

2022

Victorinox AG

Victorinox AG convinced the gfm jury not only with outstanding branding and great products. It is also this long-term focus on the well-being of employees. Even during the Corona crisis, when sales plummeted by more than 30%, the Elsener family refrained from laying people off and instead used the time for process improvements and innovations.

2021

TWINT AG

This year, the gfm jury was impressed by the high product benefit, the compatibility with all leading Swiss banks and the rapid growth of TWINT over the past years. TWINT has succeeded in establishing itself as the leading payment app in Switzerland against global competitors such as Apple Pay and Google Pay.

2020

Ifolor AG

Ifolor AG convinced the jury with its successful transformation from the analog to the digital world, which goes hand in hand with a continuous improvement of the customer experience.

2019

Valora Group

Valora impressed the jury above all with its feel for social trends and their interpretation for the convenience and food service market. In addition, the jury was impressed by the consistent combination of brand management and distribution strategy.

2018

Schindler Gruppe

Schindler
convinces above all with sustainable corporate success, marketing orientation and innovation. The jury was also impressed by the company's successful expansion in the growth market of Asia. Schindler has managed there, despite a tough price squeeze and an
to grow profitably in a difficult market environment. Furthermore, Schindler is considered a prime example of successful digitization in the B2B sector and is even named a best-in-class B2BCase by Apple.
listed.

2017

Digitec Galaxus AG

Digitec Galaxus' success factors are a broad and deep assortment, a simple filter mechanism that makes shopping an intuitive experience, and consistent positioning of the two brands. From a market-oriented management perspective, Digitec Galaxus impressed with its clear focus on core customer needs and consistent brand building/development.

2016

Weisse Arena Gruppe

For the vision and business acumen in developing the destination management organization based on a detailed understanding of the needs of the different customer segments in a highly competitive international market. Marketing is a key and visible driver of this business success.

2015

Pilatus Flugzeugwerke AG

For the development of innovative products based on a detailed understanding of the needs of different customer segments in a highly competitive international market. Marketing is a key and visible driver of this business success.

2014

Swisscom

For the development of new technologies, products and services, the continuously evolving business model, the innovative marketing approaches, and the associated successful restructuring of the organization. Marketing is a key and visible driver of this business success.

2013

Mobility

For the convincing business model, the innovative logistics and mobility offerings and the associated lasting proof of success. Marketing is a key and visible driver of this business success.

2012

Freitag lab ag

For the convincing business model, the innovative products and the associated lasting proof of success. Marketing is a key and visible driver of this business success.
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2011

Geberit Gruppe

For long-term corporate success based on strategically planned international expansion and a clear focus on sustainability. The positive image, the successful product innovations and the high level of customer satisfaction are an expression of the high level of marketing competence.

2010

Mobiliar

For the sustainably successful business model with a clear focus on customer proximity and continuity in brand management. The positive image, successful product innovations and excellent customer service are an expression of the high level of marketing competence.

2009

Mammut

For its successful marketing-driven corporate strategy, which excellently combines market-driven product innovations, high customer satisfaction and thus customer loyalty, and an innovative communication concept (online and offline).

2008

Logitech

In special recognition of many years of profitable growth based on a strong culture of innovation and a segment-specific customer approach.
Logitech is a prime example of a company with Swiss roots and global success.

2007

Jura

In special recognition of the radical reorientation of the manufacturer of small electrical household appliances into a globally successful premium brand for fully automatic coffee machines with a creative use of all instruments of the marketing mix oriented to clear brand values.

2006

Betty Bossi Verlag AG

In special appreciation of the sustainable development of a broadly anchored successful brand based on creative offer ideas and the skilful use of the brand identity for the realization of successful marketing cooperations.

2005

SIKA AG

For a global corporate strategy characterized by exceptional innovation cadence, based on impressive technological innovation and lived customer proximity, on deliberately decentralized marketing expertise and consistently implemented brand identity worldwide.

2004

Nestlé Nespresso SA

For the innovative, market- and technology-driven business model and its skillful implementation within the framework of a professional, integrated and target group-oriented marketing concept.

2003

UBS AG

For its successful marketing-driven corporate strategy, which excellently combines the integrated global business model, consistent single branding, vision and execution of Alinghi and creative local market development.

2002

EMMI AG

For the successful marketing strategy, the coherent combination of innovation and expansion, interwoven with clear brand development and management.

2001

Prof. Dr. Richard Kühn, Universität Bern

For the comprehensive promotion of marketing in teaching, research and practice, the university anchoring of marketing, the scientific and personal support of GfM and the dedicated development of the marketing leadership courses.

2000

Swatch AG

For the successful marketing strategy of combining future-oriented technology and Swiss quality with imaginative realizations of fashionable and innovative concepts that have made Swatch one of the most famous brand names in the world.

1999

Oettinger-Davidoff-Gruppe

For the development and management of the global Davidoff brand and the implementation of its marketing and diversification concept under the guiding principle "Davidoff - The Good Life".

1998

Bucher AG Motorex

In recognition of their outstanding marketing achievements and successfully implemented worldwide marketing scenario MOTOREX product lines.

1997

Coop Schweiz

In appreciation of its organic trade marketing, with which organically grown food and meat from species-appropriate animal husbandry was brought to market on a broad basis under the Coop NATURAplan brand.

1996

Roche Pharma (Schweiz) AG

For its leadership in building a new understanding of pharmaceutical marketing.

1995

Michael Hilti, VR-Präsident Hilti Aktiengesellschaft

For marketing performance characterized by customer proximity, globalization, innovation and consistency in brand management.

1994

Felix Richterich, Vorsitzender GL Ricola AG

For marketing performance in over 40 countries and a corporate philosophy committed to high quality and value for money.

1992

Erich Kellenberger und Walter Palmers, VR-Delegierte Calida AG

For excellently positioned Calida brand in particularly difficult market.

1991

Simon de Pury, Chairman Sotheby’s Switzerland

For marketing leadership that has contributed to his company's European leadership position.

1990

Ernst Pfenniger, Präsident, Delegierter VR, Trisa AG

For successful participative leadership principle and marketing performance of his company.

1989

Wolfgang K. A. Disch, Chefredakteur Marketing Journal

For editorial activity in the field of marketing and use as a trainer of a generation of professionals.

1988

PD Dr. Christian Belz, Universität St. Gallen

For the research work done in his habilitation thesis and his expertise in education and consulting.

1987

Dr. Hanspeter Danuser, Verkehrsdirektor St. Moritz

For systematic and original marketing of the international resort of St. Moritz.

1986

Fredy Lienhard, VR-Delegierter Lista Holding AG

For modern marketing of capital goods and successful marketing strategies in the markets of factory, warehouse and office equipment.

1985

Moritz Suter, VR-Delegierter Crossair

For its merit, to have found and developed a niche in a saturated market.

1984

Heinz Bitterli, Wirtschaftsredaktor NZZ

For its critical and positive reporting on business issues and its commitment to marketing.