Zurich, 4th August, 2025 – Swiss investment management company DECALIA SA has appointed Manuel Pedretti as Region Head for Business Development in German-speaking Switzerland. This strategic hire underscores DECALIA’s strong commitment to expanding its footprint in the region. In recent years, the firm has earned a reputation for innovation through the launch of thematic equity, fixed income and private market strategies that have consistently outperformed their peer groups.
An Experienced Professional
Mr. Pedretti brings more than two decades of experience in institutional sales, most of which he spent at Man Group. He assumed responsibility for the Swiss market in 2006 and was later appointed Partner and Managing Director of Man Investments AG in 2012. He played a key role in building the group’s Swiss franchise and was responsible for both Key Accounts and Global Accounts. His deep knowledge of the local market and longstanding relationships with institutional clients will be a major asset for DECALIA’s growth in German-speaking Switzerland.
Mr. Pedretti holds a Master’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Zurich and is a CFA charterholder. He will be based in DECALIA’s Zurich office.
Executive Quotes
“It’s great to have Manuel Pedretti join our team. His strong experience across both liquid and private markets in German-speaking Switzerland will further strengthen our franchise in this core market for DECALIA,” said Alfredo Piacentini, Managing Partner at DECALIA SA.
“Investment boutiques with deep expertise, like DECALIA, can truly make a difference in this key market,” added Manuel Pedretti.
About DECALIA
Founded in Geneva in 2014, DECALIA is an investment & wealth management company specialising in liquid and private market solutions. With more than 70 employees and CHF 5.5 billion in assets under management, the firm has expanded rapidly thanks to its entrepreneurial approach and innovative strategies.
DECALIA’s investment philosophy is built on four fundamental principles: talent selection, stringent risk management, capital preservation, and active portfolio management. The firm focuses on a select range of strategies across liquid and private markets, including Thematic Global Equities, Global Bonds, Specialised Private Credit (including tech lending), and direct private equity investments in Swiss companies. These are offered through UCITS, RAIF, or bespoke mandate formats. DECALIA’s disciplined approach and focus on long-term trends have earned its investment teams frequent recognition from industry peers for their performance and expertise.
A member of the Swiss Association of Asset Managers (SAAM), DECALIA is regulated by FINMA.
Manuel Pedretti, new Region Head for German-speaking Switzerland
For further information, please contact:
Daphné Smits
Communication
e-mail : dsm@decalia.com