We believe in handcrafting our personal network
The networkers among the consultants
In a time when everything is automated, we rely on the one variable that is irreplaceable: the personal network. Whether representing your interest in the public, media or politics, bringing your business one step ahead of your competitors or finding investors: Dr. Borer & Partner offers you the opportunity to communicate your interests directly to your stakeholders through our international network and partnerships.
Dr. Thomas Borer
As a former Ambassador of Switzerland to Germany and head of the task force „Switzerland - Second World War“, Dr. Thomas Borer is well known far beyond Swiss borders. Due to his high profile, Dr. Borer enjoys privileged access to most decision-makers in the public, private and media sectors and has an unparalleled private network in Germany and Switzerland with large international corporations and their executives.
Based on my experience in international diplomacy, I maintain high-profile contacts with top-level decision makers from business, politics and the media.
Thomas Borer has been working as a strategic consultant for over 18 years and holds national and international mandates in the fields of public affairs, business development and private equity. In comparison to other consultants, Dr. Borer knows the practice in government, parliament, administration, supervisory authorities and international organisations up close from his 20-year diplomatic career.
Our Services
Public Affairs
In today‘s uncertain, volatile and complex environment, it is mission critical to effectively represent your interests with your stakeholders in politics, media and society. Dr. Borer & Partner helps its clients to achieve their goals by managing their reputation, building trust and mitigating issues that directly affect their business.
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Private Equity and M&A
Attractive value creation opportunities are often hidden within broad networks of investors and entrepreneurs. Dr. Borer & Partner strategically supports its clients in identifying, accessing and acting on these opportunities. It represents investors at any stage of a transaction process lifecycle from acquisition to divestment.
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Business Development
Developing your business and meeting the relevant companies and individuals is often frustrating and time intensive. Leveraging its unique global network, Dr. Borer & Partner offers its clients privileged access to decision-makers of private businesses and politics. For our clients, we create unique opportunities and build networks.
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Financial Communications
Effective communication is critical in today’s financial landscape. Dr. Borer & Partner advises clients on how to manage narratives around transactions, crises, and reputation. We support strategic positioning and stakeholder engagement, helping clients communicate effectively with investors, media, regulators, and the broader public.
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The Team
The mandates our clients entrust us with are strategically important to their businesses. Navigating their challenges successfully becomes our common journey, and our clients can count on a dedicated and highly-qualified team of consultants and advisors. Our interdisciplinary and dynamic team can draw on diverse backgrounds and experiences to accomplish our mission.
Partnership with Edelman Smithfield
We partner with Edelman, a global leader in communications and public relations. This allows us to combine our local expertise with Edelman's global reach, ensuring exceptional service and impactful solutions for our clients. Together, we are dedicated to fostering growth, enhancing our brand reputation, and achieving success through seamless collaboration that leverages the strengths of both organizations. Our partnership with Edelman exemplifies our commitment to excellence.
Credentials
Selected mandates – clients we work with or have worked for
Buchvernissage – Task Force «Schweiz – Zweiter Weltkrieg»
14.05.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Thomas Borers neues Buch dokumentiert die aussenpolitische Krise der Schweiz ab 1995 rund um nachrichtenlose Vermögen, Nazigold und Flüchtlingspolitik – und die Arbeit der Task Force «Schweiz – Zweiter Weltkrieg». Präsentiert an der Buchvernissage vom 12. Mai 2025.[...]
Read MoreThomas Borer und die nachrichtenlosen Vermögen
14.05.2025
Der Klein Report berichtet über das neue Buch von Thomas Borer zur historischen Aufarbeitung der nachrichtenlosen Vermögen und seine Erfahrungen als Leiter der Task Force Schweiz Zweiter Weltkrieg.[...]
Read MoreThomas Borer oder wie sich die Schweizer Banken freikauften
14.05.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Dominik Buholzer berichtet auf Finews.ch über die Buchvernissage von Thomas Borer. Der frühere Diplomat spricht über seine Rolle in der Task Force zu den nachrichtenlosen Vermögen und die diplomatischen Herausforderungen der Schweiz in den 1990er-Jahren.[...]
Read MoreTELE Z Konkret mit Thomas Borer
14.05.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
TELE Z Konkret mit Thomas Borer. Der Ex-Diplomat spricht mit Claudia Steinmann über sein neues Buch zu den nachrichtenlosen Vermögen, die Rolle der Schweiz im 2. Weltkrieg und die Fehler der Schweizer Diplomatie im Umgang mit den USA – ein eindrücklicher Blick hinter die Kulissen der Machtpolit[...]
Read MoreThomas Borer mitten im Sturm: Hinter den Kulissen der Holocaust-Debatte
14.05.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Zoé Baches (NZZ) berichtet über das neue Buch von Thomas Borer, in dem der Ex-Botschafter erstmals Einblicke in die Verhandlungen rund um Holocaust-Vermögen auf Schweizer Banken gibt.[...]
Read MoreSonntagsZeitung Standpunkte: Wie kommt die Schweiz durch die Krise?
28.04.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Reto Brennwald diskutiert mit Micheline Calmy-Rey, Christoph Blocher, Tobias Straumann, Arthur Rutishauser und Thomas Borer über die Herausforderungen, vor denen die Schweiz in der aktuellen globalen Krise steht.[...]
Read More„In vielen Bereichen haben wir die Amerikaner abgezockt“
17.04.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Da hat Trump einen „Case“, sagt Ex-Botschafter Thomas Borer, der im Mai ein 2’800-seitiges Werk über die Taskforce vor 30 Jahren auflegt. Die Schweiz müsse sich mit Trump arrangieren – ihr ganzer Wohlstand hänge vom Westen ab, nicht von China.[...]
Read MoreSRF 4 News: Ex-Diplomat Borer zur Schweizer Diplomatie: «Ein Armutszeugnis»
08.04.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Ex-Botschafter Thomas Borer kritisiert das diplomatische Vorgehen der Schweiz im Umgang mit US-Strafzöllen scharf. Es fehle an direktem Zugang zu Trumps Umfeld – ein strategisches Versäumnis, das jetzt teuer werden könnte.[...]
Read MoreRSI SEIDISERA: “Non siamo riusciti a curare le relazioni con la Casa Bianca”
08.04.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Donald Trump impone dazi del 31% alla Svizzera. L’ex ambasciatore Thomas Borer propone una strategia diplomatica con l’ex ambasciatore USA Edward McMullen come mediatore per evitare un’escalation[...]
Read MoreThomas Borer: «Die EU macht gegen uns auch Machtpolitik»
20.03.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
Der frühere Botschafter und heutige Berater Thomas Borer über Donald Trump, unsere Wirtschaftsbeziehungen mit den USA, Machtpolitik, den Krieg in der Ukraine und die Schweizer Neutralität.[...]
Read MoreEx-Spitzendiplomat Thomas Borer «Mr. President … so können Sie die EU piesacken»
10.03.2025
Dr. Thomas Borer
In Interview mit Reza Rafi, Chefredaktor SonntagsBlick, analysiert der frühere Spitzendiplomat Thomas Borer, wie der US-Präsident Trump die EU herausfordern kann. Mit klaren Worten skizziert er mögliche Druckmittel und geopolitische Konsequenzen. [...]
Read MoreThe Growing Challenges in the Swiss Healthcare System and How to overcome them
22.08.2023
Dr. Thomas Borer & Maximilian Skupien
Healthcare in Switzerland is renowned for its quality and accessibility. But like all systems, it faces challenges — from escalating costs to the rise of non-communicable diseases. As we dive deeper into these issues, one promising solution stands out: Value-Based Healthcare (VBHC).[...]
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