Rufener events Ltd. BSW

Swisscom AGM 2012

Tue, 03 Apr 2012 22:00:00 +0100

Around 1,800 shareholders attended the 2012 Swisscom AGM in Zurich's Hallenstadion. The venue had been elaborately transformed into a themed environment consisting of three main exhibition areas, allowing visitors to fully immerse themselves in the fascinating world of Swisscom. The theme of this year's general meeting was: the internet as the basis for our information society. Consultancy and service teams conversed with shareholders and answered their questions regarding Swisscom's products and services. A team of Swisscom trainees also presented mobile apps using iPads. The exhibition stands were built out of honeycomb tiles with a cardboard core, proving Swisscom's commitment to sustainable production and resource management. All the materials used were either completely recyclable or can be used again. When the official part of the event was over, all shareholders were invited to a drinks reception with a light buffet. They later dined surrounded by the giant 3D objects used in the current Swisscom advertising campaign, which has the slogan "Herzen gewinnen"/"winning hearts". Each shareholder also received some Swiss Alpine herbal tea and a bottle designed by SIGG especially for the occasion.

UBS Anniversary Gala

Thu, 16 Feb 2012 23:00:00 +0100

To celebrate its 150th anniversary, UBS invited long-standing customers, high-profile politicians and eminent figures from the business world to a celebratory gala in the Hallenstadion in Zurich. The occasion marked the first of a series of events and ensured that the anniversary year got off to a dazzling start. The 600 guests were received in the elegantly decorated Hallenstadion and treated to a gala dinner prepared by celebrated chef Philippe Rochat. The Basel Sinfonietta orchestra, accompanied by a diverse range of singers and musicians, presented the last 150 years in three stylistically varied acts. The Dani Felber Big Band rounded off the evening with lounge music composed especially for the occasion. President of the Swiss Confederation Eveline Widmer-Schlumpf, District President Ursula Gut-Winterberger, UBS Chairman Kaspar Villiger and UBS CEO Sergio P. Ermotti all gave speeches. A 500-strong task force was needed for the momentous occasion, not least to clear five tons of snow from the forecourt so the event could go ahead as planned.

BMW FORUM12

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 23:00:00 +0100

Future & Mobility was the theme of the 2012 BMW Forum that took place in the conference facilities of the recently opened Renaissance Tower Hotel in the fashionable Zurich West district. The day kicked off with an inspiring opening speech using the latest innovative presentation techniques. The 220 BMW dealers and salespeople attending then split off into various workshops before coming together again to listen to an entertaining and informative talk by neuromarketing expert Dr Hans-Georg H�usel. Former Miss Switzerland Christa Rigozzi was the event's charming host, introducing each item in three languages. In the evening, the guests headed to a futuristically decorated escherwyss, where they enjoyed modern cuisine and an exciting entertainment programme. This saw them wowed by artist Franck Bouroullec's incredible speedpainting show, delighted by live music from a human jukebox, and captured in fun photos taken against a Star Trek photo backdrop. At the end of the night DJ Minus 8 got everyone up and having a good time.

IWC Top Gun Gala

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 23:00:00 +0100

To celebrate the relaunch of its Top Gun product line this year, IWC hosted a big Top Gun gala in Geneva. Over 900 clients, VIPs and international guests from the worlds of culture, sport and business were invited to spend the evening on board the aircraft carrier IWC 12, which was built especially in the Palexpo exhibition centre in Geneva. Countless celebrities including Ronan Keating, Zinedine Zidane, Ewan McGregor and Cate Blanchett stepped on board the aircraft carrier and paraded past the media. Inside, guests could enter the aircraft carrier tower to admire the watch collection in an authentic setting with aircraft sounds. Waited on by hostesses in pilot uniforms, they were served American canteen food on military trays - though suitably sophisticated for such a star-studded event, of course - and Budweiser beer. Afterwards superstar Brian Ferry wowed the audience and a set by top DJ Jack E from St Tropez got the party well and truly rocking!

Event campain

Sat, 31 Dec 2011 23:00:00 +0100

Rufener events Ltd. BSW organized a winter events programme for the entire Davos ski season. Skiers were invited to relax in an igloo village with a large sun terrace on Jakobshorn mountain. Every day, there was a range of activities and attractions to enjoy and prizes up for grabs. The lucky winners were awarded in the evening at Bolgen Plaza. Hip DJs helped create a great ambiance in the big igloo. The highlight of every weekend was a free concert that trendy bands gave from the roof of a shipping container in Bolgen Plaza. Beforehand, an audience battle would decide between rock and hip-hop.

Concentrate 2011

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 23:00:00 +0100

The MCH Group's annual networking event Concentrate, which took place for the third time this year, was dedicated to the theme "Live Communication - an experience for all the senses". After an introduction by the host of the event Hannes Hug and words of welcome from CEO R�ne Kamm, the world's one and only cyber-illusionist Marco Tempest spirited the guests away into the world of digital magic. Afterwards, neuromarketing expert Dr. Hans-Georg H�usel gave a talk on how "emotional boosting" imbues products and services with special value before guests had a chance to network and enjoy various gourmet treats.

IFA Congress & IFA Night

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 23:00:00 +0100

The IFA regularly holds networking events, including one in Zurich once a year. This time the congress and subsequent gala were held in the conference suites and ballroom of the exclusive hotel "The Dolder Grand". After the day's programme of events, the movers and shakers of the footballing world enjoyed a sit-down dinner followed by a dessert buffet. This was accompanied by musical entertainment from the Alder Buebe folk band and flamenco dancer Bettina Castagno. Swiss actress and model Melanie Winiger was the evening's charming hostess.

Continue the journey of differentiation

Sun, 06 Nov 2011 23:00:00 +0100

The three-day conference for McDonald's employees and business partners takes place twice a year. As well as providing information and updates, the primary aim of the conference is to create a space for discussion and exchange. The seminar rooms at the Hotel Majestic were transformed into a New York penthouse especially for the event. The highlight of the day was an appearance by guest speaker Dominik Neidhardt, a member of the Alinghi sailing team.

Anniversary celebration 2011

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 23:00:00 +0100

This year's ABB party for employees celebrating their jubilees took guests on a trip back through movie history to 1971. At each of the two gala events, some 200 employees were welcomed by the evenings' charming host, Swiss actress and model Melanie Winiger. The evening kicked off with a drinks reception, where guests were treated to music from the Three for the Blues combo. This was followed by dinner, during which the Gary Scott Band accompanied a dance crew who performed at the various "stops" on the audience's trip back in time. The Starbugs comedy group provided entertainment between courses, and soul singer Marc Sway took up the musical baton at the end of the evening.