Early Life and Career Beginnings
Stephane Bonvin, born in 1967, embarked on his entrepreneurial journey in the real estate industry in 1994. He started by founding Investis Investments AG, which later became Investis Holding AG. Bonvin's initial focus was on acquiring properties, with a strategic emphasis on the Lake Geneva region in Switzerland.
Rise to Success with Investis Group
Under Bonvin's leadership, Investis Group focused on acquiring and managing residential properties. His strategy of acquiring and holding a large portfolio of mid-range apartment buildings in the Geneva region provided a stable stream of rental income. A pivotal moment in Bonvin's career was the decision to take Investis public on the SIX Swiss Exchange in 2016. This move provided the company with capital for expansion and cemented its position as a leading player in Swiss residential real estate. He remains the company's largest shareholder and CEO.
Key Business Strategies
Bonvin's leadership is characterized by strategic vision and adaptability. His ability to anticipate market trends and adapt to changing economic conditions has been a cornerstone of his success. The focus on high-quality residential properties has ensured Investis's reputation among tenants and investors. Bonvin's strategy has been to acquire and hold a large portfolio of mid-range apartment buildings in and around Geneva, which has provided a stable and growing stream of rental income. In addition to property ownership, Bonvin built a real estate services business that provides property management and facility services to third parties.
Patrimonium and Other Ventures
In 2006, Bonvin co-founded Patrimonium, a private equity group where he served as managing director until 2015. Patrimonium focused on innovative approaches to asset management. Bonvin also holds positions on the supervisory boards of Patrimonium and Be Capital. In August 2022, Bonvin sold his share in Patrimonium Asset Management.
