swissnet Group (ISIN: CH0451123589 – Ticker: MLBMD), a leading provider of ICT, network and innovative technology solutions, announced on September 14, 2026, that Stefan Gubeli will become Group CEO effective 1 January 2027. To ensure a seamless transition, a two-month period is planned during which Gubeli and current Group CEO Jonathan Sauppe will jointly lead the company. Sauppe will step down from his operational role on 1 March 2027 but will remain closely associated with swissnet Group as an advisor and shareholder under a multi-year contractual agreement.
The leadership change signals swissnet Group’s intent to accelerate the integration of its group companies and pursue sustainable, profitable growth. Gubeli brings over twenty years of experience in building, transforming and scaling technology companies. Since 2023, he has served as CEO of SCHENK Systeme AG, a provider of cloud-based software and SaaS solutions. From 2013 to 2022, he was Managing Director of BiCA (Schweiz) AG, Managing Director of BiCA (Austria) GmbH and COO of the BiCA Group, where he transformed the company from a hardware provider into a cloud-based SaaS provider. He also founded and led CiRRUSOFT Inc., a cloud company in Silicon Valley, from 2017 to 2022.
“I am very much looking forward to this role and would like to thank the Board of Directors for its trust. swissnet Group and its companies have a strong foundation - together with the management team, I intend to bring them closer together and drive their profitable development,” said Stefan Gubeli, designated Group CEO.
Jonathan Sauppe, current Group CEO, commented, “With Stefan Gubeli, we have found a strong successor to lead the company. The joint transition period will enable us to hand over responsibilities in a structured manner while ensuring the necessary continuity for our employees, customers, partners and shareholders. I look forward to working closely with Stefan over the coming months and to continuing to support the further development of swissnet Group.”
Urs van Stiphout, Chairman of the Board of Directors, added, “The Board of Directors is pleased to welcome Stefan Gubeli, an experienced executive, to swissnet Group. At the same time, we would like to thank Jonathan Sauppe for his significant contribution to building the Group and are pleased that he will remain closely associated with swissnet Group as an advisor and shareholder.”
For business and technology leaders, this transition underscores swissnet Group’s commitment to strengthening its position in managed network, security, Wi-Fi, UCC, video and digital experience solutions. The company also develops specialised AI, computer vision and automation solutions for industrial and critical infrastructure applications. Gubeli’s background in cloud SaaS and M&A is likely to accelerate the group’s integration strategy and enhance its competitive edge in the ICT sector. Stakeholders can expect a focus on operational efficiency and innovation, potentially leading to expanded service offerings and improved customer outcomes.
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