A stencil sketch portrait of Alfred Escher, the founder of Credit Suisse, circa 1875

Modern Switzerland stands as a hub of business, trade and commerce. But it may surprise you to learn that this wasn’t always the case, with this only coming about thanks to the work of one man: Alfred Escher.

The man behind numerous companies such as Credit Suisse, Swiss Life, Gotthard Railway and the now-defunct Swiss Northeastern Railway, Alfred Escher used his immense political and economic power to remake Switzerland in his image… something that continues to this day!

Heritage

Early Life

A Start in Business

Railroad Empire

Founding Credit Suisse

Political Life

Death


Thibault Kuten

Thibault Kuten is dedicated to helping you become financially free. He is an entrepreneur, businessman and investor, having done so for more than 15 years.