Where Swiss precision meets American opportunity.
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We can connect hearts, transform lives and foster a sense of belonging for everyone
Our Story
The Swiss-American Chamber of Commerce SoCal connect entrepreneurs, executives and innovators. Either you're Swiss, American, or a Global Citizen doing business within the Swiss-American economic corridor. Our business and socio-economic hub provides you with world-class events, strategic introductions, and a network that opens doors in both directions.
Switzerland punches well above its weight on the world stage in pharma, medtech, deep tech, precision engineering, finance, and design. Southern California does the same in entertainment, aerospace & defense, biotech, medtech, clean tech, and advanced manufacturing. SACCSoCal exists at that intersection, bringing together people and organizations who shape their industries globally and locally.
Upcoming Events
What's happening and why you should be there.
Public Events
Fri, Jun 26San DiegoEvery swing serves a cause. The inaugural Swiss San Diego Golf Classic brings together Swiss and American business leaders on some of San Diego's finest greens: Deals happen between holes, friendships form over shared experience, and every stroke contributes to our growing philanthropic footprint.
Sat, Nov 07Los AngelesOnce a year, the Swiss-American community, its friends and supporters, are coming together with their partners, clients, staff and executives to recognize and celebrate the most impactful Swiss(-American) company or organization in the United States.
Members Only Events
Annual Meeting
Wed May 13 | Newport Beach
You helped build this year. Come celebrate what it became. Once a year, the people who make this community work gather in one room. We review, we look forward, we reconnect while we sip on Swiss wine and enjoy Swiss raclette.
OC Investment Luncheon: Is your portfolio too American?
Wed Jun 24 | Newport Beach
Dr. Pascal Köppel, CIO of Vontobel Swiss Financial Advisers, makes the live case for non-USD investment strategies and shows you exactly how to de-risk without abandoning what's worked. Newport Beach Country Club. Luncheon included.
Executive Fireside Dinner
Wed Sep 9 | Location tba
More information to follow. For now, save the date!
Signature Events
The Swiss San Diego Golf Classic 2026 - Presented by HomeLab
Our inaugural philanthropy golf tournament brings together Swiss and American business leaders for a day where every swing serves a cause. Set against the backdrop of San Diego's finest courses, the Swiss San Diego Golf Classic is where deals are made between holes, friendships are sealed over shared scorecards, and meaningful contributions go to the communities that host our business ecosystem. Sponsorships, foursomes, and individual player spots available.
Friday, June 26, 2026
7:30am-3:00pm
Balboa Park Golf Course
The Avantgarde Award Gala 2026
Switzerland's most prestigious innovation awards on American soil. The Avantgarde Gala is the black-tie evening where 220+ Swiss and American business leaders come together to celebrate the startups and companies spearheading and shaping Swiss-American innovation and excellence. Think Oscars, but with raclette and a room full of entrepreneurs, innovators, business owners–people you want in your ecosystem, network, and corner for growth at scale.
Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026
6:00- 11:00pm
The Jonathan Club, Downtown LA
Southern California is one of the most dynamic markets on the planet. And Switzerland is one of the most innovative countries on earth. When those worlds connect, extraordinary partnerships and ventures happen. SACCSoCal is where that connection becomes real.
– Mat Hausherr, Executive Chairman
What we offer
Everything you need to do business and grow in Southern California
Event Excellence
From intimate roundtables to black-tie galas–every event is designed to put you in the right room, with the right people, at the right moment.
Membership Access
A members-only community with a collaborative marketplace, and access to exclusive events and resources for people who are serious about Swiss-American business.
Strategic Guidance
Market entry, localization, cultural navigation, regulatory context, and direct introductions to advisors who've crossed this corridor before so you don't have to figure it out alone.
Business Networking
Industry specific curated events and introductions connecting Swiss and American entrepreneurs, small business owners, and executives to subject matter experts, capital providers, partners, and clients
What our Members Say About Us
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