Dear IMA Switzerland Chapter Members and Friends,
It took me a while to write this message. I started several times, and each time I found myself writing about things that didn’t quite matter most. I guess I was distracting myself from getting to the heart of it. Because this spring wasn’t simple—it reminded me of a typical April in Switzerland: full of changes, sunshine and rain, moments of calm and moments of pressure.
This spring was exactly that for our chapter. We’ve been through some transitions. We’re preparing for changes in our Board of Directors, and we’ll be sharing more during our Annual General Meeting in June. It’s always hard to say goodbye to some of our board members—people who have become part of the heartbeat of this chapter. But at the same time, it’s encouraging to welcome new energy, new perspectives, and new ideas. The board is renewing itself, and that’s a beautiful thing.
Over the past months, we’ve been busy organizing events—webinars, in-person meetings, networking opportunities. It’s stressful at times, but all of that fades when we see you, our members and friends, attending, engaging, and giving us your kind and honest feedback. That’s what keeps us going.
If I had to describe this spring in three words, it would be: team, team, and team. Because that’s the strength of our chapter. The power of our group lies in collaboration, in showing up for one another, in supporting each other even when life is already full with work, families, and personal commitments.
I want to give a very special thank you to my fellow Board members. Despite your busy lives, you’ve found time to create LinkedIn posts, organize events, run webinars, and manage all the behind-the-scenes details. The best part? You do it without being asked. Everyone steps in with initiative, energy, and support. That kind of teamwork makes everything feel lighter—and it inspires growth.
It's easier to learn, develop, and step into new challenges when you're surrounded by people who want to know a little more tomorrow than they did yesterday, and who are eager to grow together.
I’m truly proud to be part of this chapter and this community. Being on the Board and volunteering has brought me joy, meaningful conversations, and a lot of positive energy. If you’ve ever thought about joining us—this is your sign. Come be part of this team. It’s fun, fulfilling, and you’ll always be welcome.
Yours,
Ekaterina Emelianova