— Published July 1, 2026

Natacha Theytaz will become director of Swiss Olympic this autumn

Switzerland

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The organizational chart of Swiss Olympic is changing. Natacha Theytaz will become its director this autumn, succeeding Roger SchneggAged 51, she owns " over 25 years of international experience in management positions within globally active companies She notably worked at the Novartis pharmaceutical groupSport also plays an important role in her life, as she has practiced athletics, duathlon, triathlon, and is part of the Swiss Triathlon steering committee.

« We are impressed by his strong strategic skills, his curiosity and his capacity for innovation, her entrepreneurial spirit, as well as her leadership qualities and intercultural skills, assures the president of Swiss Olympic, Ruth Metzler-Arnold. Thanks to her professional background, Natacha Theytaz is accustomed to collaborating with a wide range of stakeholders, both nationally and internationally. Under Natacha Theytaz's leadership, Swiss Olympic, as the umbrella organization for Swiss sport and the National Olympic Committee, will continue to develop in collaboration with its partners in the public and private sectors. "The Executive Council also appointed" Ralph Stöckli appointed as deputy director from Swiss Olympic starting August 1st.