The Lassalle-Institut is an association according to Art. 60 ff. ZGB (Swiss Civil Code, association with a social or other non-commercial purpose). The Institute is sponsored by the Jesuits in Central Europe. The organs of the Association are the Association Assembly and the Board, which decide on the strategic direction of the Institute.
Thomas Schmuckli, President
Thomas Schmuckli is a member of the Board of Directors of Helvetia Baloise Holding AG. From 2022 to 2025, he served as Chairman of the Helvetia Group, and from 2007 to 2025 as Chairman of the Board of Directors of Bossard Holding AG. Since 2026, he has been President of the Lassalle Institute.
«The Lassalle-Institute aims to convey a Jesuit understanding of leadership rooted in its traditions. It offers executives guidance for making good decisions and provides an opportunity to reflect on their own leadership practices.»
Tobias Karcher SJ, Director Lassalle-Institut
Tobias Karcher is director of the Lassalle-Haus and the Lassalle-Institut.
«It is not always a wealth of information that helps us. Sometimes it takes careful perception, "sensing and tasting" what moves us, as Ignatius, our founder of the Order, writes, to find clarity and a good decision.»