Markus Jerger - Biography
When Markus Jerger speaks, Europe listens: he stands for Europe’s economic sustainability like no other and is considered the voice of innovation. As a fifth-generation Swiss-German entrepreneur, experienced top manager and global networker, he embodies the perfect combination of entrepreneurial heritage, international leadership experience and strategic future orientation.
His work combines in-depth expertise in business, politics and diplomacy – with a direct impact on competitiveness, location development and growth.
Hardly anyone knows the needs of small and medium-sized businesses, the challenges of global markets and the opportunities of technical innovation as well as Markus Jerger. As a speaker, he conveys complex economic relationships in a clear, inspiring and practical way with concrete solutions.
‘Markus Jerger combines deep economic experience with international negotiating skills and a network that is second to none.’
Markus Jerger lecture topics for keynotes & panel talks
- The future of SMEs – how companies can remain globally competitive
- Digitalisation & technology as growth drivers – opportunities for SMEs
- Europe in the competitive marketplace – a comparison of the USA, China, the Middle East and Africa
- Building bridges instead of forming blocs – strategies for success in areas of geopolitical tension
- Internationalisation & joint ventures – how companies can successfully tap into new markets
- Understanding China – from technology transfer to market access
Stage style
Markus Jerger comes from a practical background. His presentations are characterised by clarity, direction and momentum:
✔ Fact-based & highly topical
✔ Solution-oriented rather than alarmist
✔ From the perspective of an economic actor, not a political commentator
✔ Inspiring and action-focused