The Student-Run Private Equity & Venture Capital Club at the University of St.Gallen
Our mission is to create a dynamic platform facilitating robust exchanges between HSG students and top industry professionals across the DACH region. The Private Equity and Venture Capital Club (PEVC Club) is an official club at the University of St.Gallen (HSG) that focuses on increasing awareness and knowledge of Private Equity and Venture Capital on campus.
We provide a platform for exchange among professionals, academics, experienced students, and newcomers. Members benefit from events, workshops, social gatherings, and our PEVC Podcast and Newsletter publications.
The PEVC Club maintains corporate and educational partnerships to provide its members with interesting workshops, job opportunities, and helpful study materials.
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The partnership serves the establishment of healthy long-term relationships with players from the private equity and venture capital industry.
See below for an overview over our current partnerships.The PEVC Club establishes corporate and educational partnerships to offer members workshops, job opportunities, and study materials. Established in 2021, the partnership program aims to build long-term relationships with players in the private equity and venture capital industry. Below is an overview of our current partnerships.
Join exclusive events at the University of St.Gallen! From workshops to dinners, connect with leading PE & VC funds. Save the date: March 24–27, 2025, for unique networking and insights.
Numerous Events ranging from Workshops to Dinners with leading PE&VC-Funds
University of St.Gallen
Once a year; in 2025 from March 24–27th
Join us for an exclusive visit to Partners Group's new head office in Baar, Zug. This event offers a unique opportunity to meet industry professionals, dive deeper into the world of private equity, and explore the office facilities of one of the leading PE funds.
Save the date for this incredible chance! More information about the trip and the application process will follow.
Join us for an exclusive trip to London, where we will visit leading private equity funds and renowned banks. This trip provides you with an incredible opportunity to get an inside look at top-tier financial institutions, expand your network, and dive deeper into the world of private equity.
Save the date (28.04.25 - 02.05.25) for this exciting chance! More information about the trip and the application process will follow.
Join us for an exclusive trip to Munich, where we will visit leading private equity funds and renowned banks. This trip offers you an exiting opportunity to gain an insider's view of Munich's top-tier financial institutions, expand your network, and dive deeper into the world of private equity.
Save the date (12.05.25 - 15.05.25) for this incredible chance! More information about the trip and the application process will follow.
Lakestar is a venture capital firm that invests in digital and technology entrepreneurs worldwide. It operates in early and growth-stage ventures by partnering with entrepreneurs, focusing on internet and technology companies that can quickly achieve global scale. Founded by Klaus Hommels, a European venture capitalist, Lakestar has invested in many of the companies that define today’s digital economy, including Facebook, Spotify and Skype, and more recently Opendoor, GoEuro, FiveAI and Blockchain. It is present in Zurich, Berlin, London, New York and Hong Kong.
Partners Group is one of the largest global private markets investment managers, serving over 800 institutional investors worldwide. We have USD 152 billion in assets under management and more than 1800 professionals across 21 offices worldwide. Partners Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to cultural diversity.
Noteus Partners is a European growth equity firm, with offices in Paris, London, Berlin and Madrid. We’re a small, dynamic team with a deep focus on identifying high-potential growth companies across Europe and beyond. As part of our mission to support the next generation of global leaders, we are now seeking an enthusiastic and motivated intern to join our investment team for 4-6 months.
Stefan, a PhD in Finance from the University of St.Gallen, is a member of its School of Finance. Previously, he worked in the financial services industry for a European bank. He frequently speaks at international finance conferences and contributes to executive education programs. Additionally, he holds an affiliated academic position at Singapore Management University.
Roberto studied mechanical engineering at the Technical University of Aachen, graduating in 1984, and earned a PhD in Business from the University of St. Gallen in 1989. A Dutch/Italian citizen, he teaches at St. Gallen and serves on the board of Swiss Private Equity and Corporate Finance Association. From 1989 to 1997, he was a consultant at McKinsey & Co. and later served on the European Venture Capital Association board (2003–2007).
Frank Becker joined Invision in 2000, focusing on investments in education, IT, and innovative service businesses. He oversees investments in Cygna Labs and Vista Alpina, serving on their boards. Previously, he managed investments in Vantage Education (sold 2020), Swiss Education Group (sold 2018), Kraft & Bauer (sold 2018), and RSD (sold 2016). Before Invision, he was CFO of Compaq Computer Switzerland and worked at Boston Consulting Group. He holds an MBA from Stanford and a degree in electrical engineering from ETH Zurich.
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a 4-day conference with over 40 events, featuring more than 30 leading industry partners
a 1:1 mentoring program with Investment Professionals from various PEVC Partner funds
company visits and international trips