Hansjörg Wyss is an entrepreneur, philanthropist, and conservationist whose lifelong commitment to innovation and sustainability has made a lasting impact around the world. After building a successful career in the medical technology industry running Synthes USA, Mr. Wyss turned his focus toward creating lasting positive change through philanthropy.

Mr. Wyss helped establish the Wyss Academy for Nature in Bern to foster transformative approaches to sustainable development. His philanthropic support helps the Academy bring together researchers, stakeholders, and communities to co-design and implement solutions that support human well-being and the conservation of natural ecosystems. By focusing on impact at the local, regional, and global levels, the Wyss Academy embodies Mr. Wyss’s vision of a future where people and nature thrive together.

Through the Wyss Foundation, Mr. Wyss has invested in a wide range of global initiatives spanning conservation, education, and scientific research. His philanthropy supports institutions that are committed to practical solutions and empowers individuals and communities to lead change.

From the United States, where he has lived for more than four decades, Mr. Wyss continues to support efforts that protect biodiversity, address the climate crisis, and strengthen the connection between society and the natural world. His partnership with the University of Bern in establishing the Wyss Academy reflects his belief that the challenges of our time require bold thinking, collaboration across disciplines, and a shared commitment to a sustainable future.

Learn more about Mr. Wyss and the Wyss Foundation’s global work.