SKN | Leadership Transition for Lombard Odier’s French-Speaking Switzerland Activities

Lombard Odier has announced a key leadership change within its private banking operations in French-speaking Switzerland, marking a strategic transition aimed at supporting continued regional growth. David Fournier has been appointed Head of French-speaking Switzerland (excluding Geneva), effective 1 January 2026. He will oversee offices in Lausanne, Fribourg, Vevey and Verbier, succeeding long-time leader Stéphane Pedraja under a planned succession framework.

A Strategic Appointment with Deep Industry Roots

Bringing more than three decades of experience across Swiss private banking, asset management and wealth advisory, David Fournier arrives with a strong leadership record. Before joining Lombard Odier, he held senior roles at UBS, Piguet Galland and Credit Suisse. Most recently, he served as Vice Chairman of UBS Valais and previously led UBS’s Wealth Management business in the region from 2017 to 2023.

His background reflects broad expertise across client advisory, regional expansion and strategic development—skills well aligned with Lombard Odier’s ambitions in French-speaking Switzerland.

A Long-Standing Leader Continues to Support Clients

Fournier succeeds Stéphane Pedraja, Capital Partner, who has been instrumental in building Lombard Odier’s presence across the region over nearly two decades. Since joining the bank in 2006, Pedraja has played a pivotal role in extending private client activities beyond Lausanne, successfully establishing and growing the Fribourg, Vevey and Verbier offices.

As part of the planned transition, Pedraja will continue in a client-facing capacity until early 2028, ensuring stability and continuity for long-standing relationships.

Strengthening Lombard Odier’s Regional Presence

This leadership evolution reflects Lombard Odier’s continued commitment to strengthening its footprint in key Swiss markets. With increasing client demand for bespoke wealth management, sustainable investment strategies and multi-generational planning, the bank’s regional teams play an essential role in delivering highly tailored advisory services.

Fournier’s appointment is expected to support continued growth through strategic engagement with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients, as well as expanding the firm’s reputation in key cantons across French-speaking Switzerland.

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