Change of leadership at the Swiss Chamber of Real Estate Agents completed
The Swiss Chamber of Real Estate Agents not only has a growing network of qualified members, but also a significant change in the Board of Directors. Patrizia Wachter Tanner was elected as a new member of the management body at the General Meeting in Zurich. The SMK is thus strengthening its strategic focus on quality, trust and market expertise in property sales.
With the election of Patrizia Wachter Tanner, the Swiss Chamber of Real Estate Agents is responding to the increasing demands of the property market. The business economist with a Master’s degree in Real Estate Management succeeds Kurt Bosshard, who did not stand for re-election after ten years of dedicated service on the Board. Wachter Tanner manages Prefera Immobilien AG in Sargans and Alfina Prefera Immobilien AG in Chur and brings many years of management experience, industry expertise and entrepreneurial thinking to the Board.
Her election by acclamation is an expression of the members’ confidence in her expertise and her commitment to the concerns of the sector. At the same time, Kurt Bosshard, CEO of Bosshard Immobilien AG in Ascona, was bid farewell with a big round of applause. His many years of commitment to the professionalisation of the real estate industry were honoured by the Executive Committee with thanks and recognition.
Quality creates trust
The SMK stands for certified quality in property brokerage and is thus continuing to gain in importance. With 127 members at the end of the 2024 financial year, there is a clear trend. More and more professional estate agents want to become part of the network and subject themselves to the demanding quality code. Membership requires strict quality management, which is regularly reviewed in audits. This creates trust for both sellers and prospective buyers.
The need for sound advice is growing, particularly in an increasingly volatile and regionally diverse market environment. The SMK label is a reliable signal to the market. Those who carry it offer proven expertise, transparency and reliability in a sensitive business area.
Strategically positioned for the future
With the new Board of Directors, led by President Ruedi Tanner, SMK is signalling both stability and renewal. The combination of many years of industry experience and fresh impetus creates the basis for a strong position in a challenging market environment. with their certified expertise and qualified advice, the members of the Swiss Chamber of Brokers create decisive added value for their customers,” says Ruedi Tanner.
The SMK thus remains the leading network for quality brokers in Switzerland and a key guarantor of credibility, expertise and sustainable market success.