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Naef Gestion Internationale
Naef Gestion Internationale SA was established in 1986 by Jean Naef and Lise Meylan. It began as a broader wealth practice before shifting in 2014 to exclusive...
Naef Gestion Internationale
Naef Gestion Internationale SA was established in 1986 by Jean Naef and Lise Meylan. It began as a broader wealth practice before shifting in 2014 to exclusive focus on real estate. Marie-Aude Meylan, granddaughter of Jean Naef, now leads the firm. The firm allocates across real estate, private equity, hedge funds, private credit, infrastructure, and fund-of-funds vehicles. It executes direct projects and co-investments primarily in Europe, with emphasis on Switzerland. Confirmed holdings include Le Parc des Crêts in Troinex and mixed-use assets in Geneva, Lausanne, Nyon, Vevey, and Fribourg. It also manages the Château de Mont wine estate and operates Naef Prestige Knight Frank for brokerage. No public data exists on total professionals or AUM. The firm maintains membership in the Chambre de commerce, d'industrie et des services de Genève. Frédéric Naef serves as president of the related Naef Holding SA. No dated operational events from the last 24 months appear in available records. Governance links the family office to Naef Holding SA and two philanthropic vehicles, Fondation E. Naef pour la recherche in vitro and Fondation Naef-Marion-Mayor. This creates a succession path through named family members and long-tenured executives rather than external professional management.
General information
Firm type
Multi Family Office
Year founded
1986
Location
Region
Europe
Country
Switzerland
City
Geneva
Corporate office
Place des Philosophes 18, 1205 Geneva, Switzerland
Principals
Marie-Aude Meylan
Director
Altss tracks 3 additional named team members for this firm — including direct investment leads, IR, and operating principals not listed on the public website.
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Frequently asked questions
Who runs investment decisions at Naef Gestion Internationale?
Marie-Aude Meylan serves as director. Frédéric Naef acts as president of the affiliated Naef Holding SA. Etienne Nagy holds the CEO role at the holding company.
How does Naef Gestion Internationale source proprietary deal flow?
The firm sources through its Geneva network and direct relationships with property owners. It also uses its brokerage arm, Naef Prestige Knight Frank, to identify residential and investment assets.
Is Naef Gestion Internationale structured as a single family office or does it operate more like a venture firm?
It operates as a multi-family office. Its mandate centers on customized real estate mandates for multiple client families rather than proprietary venture deployment.
Does Naef Gestion Internationale participate in fund commitments or only direct deals?
It uses both approaches. The firm commits to funds of funds, hedge funds, private equity, and private credit while also executing direct real estate acquisitions and enhancements.
Where does the underlying wealth come from?
The firm traces to the Naef family. Jean Naef and Lise Meylan founded the entity in 1986. Current leadership passes through Marie-Aude Meylan and Frédéric Naef as fourth-generation principals.
Does Naef Gestion Internationale maintain philanthropic structures, and how are they separated?
It supports Fondation E. Naef pour la recherche in vitro and Fondation Naef-Marion-Mayor. These entities sit alongside the operating company and holding structure without disclosed overlap in investment decisions.
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