Vontobel-Group
The tones make the music
The world of music and of the bank have much in common. Here you can find out why the Vontobel-Group has supported the Salzburg Easter Festival for the past twelve years.
Herbert J. Scheidt, Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Vontobel-Group
Mr. Scheidt, what ties does the Vontobel Group have with the Easter Festival in Salzburg?
We have supported this excellent institution for many years because we can identify absolutely with the aims of the organisers: here the highest demands are made as regards professionalism, precision and innovation, and these demands are fulfilled. The Easter Festival has an excellent reputation. The guests who come here appreciate the international flair and the exclusive ambience that they can experience in Salzburg.
Why is the Vontobel Group committed to supporting the arts?
Our core competence as asset managers is to create added value - for our clients and for our share-holders. We also include social responsibility in our aims and values. Within the group we attach great importance to fostering our enterprise culture, and externally we promote artists who enrich society with their creativity. Our link with the Salzburg Easter Festival is the philosophy of concentrating on long-term success. We respect traditions but we are also prepared to venture confidently in new directions. The reactions of our guests show that outstanding achievements are very highly regarded, in the world of music as well as in the world of banking.
Many financial companies decide to sponsor sporting events exclusively. Why has the Vontobel Group chosen music?
Music has the unique power to bring people together and to move them - irrespective of language, culture and time. In Salzburg music lovers can experience an extraordinary combination of first-class instrumentalists and singers. Magnificent works are given new interpretations. Talent, staying power and enthusiasm come together here and lead to the highest possible achievements by each individual participant. It is these qualities that we encourage and promote in our company. The enthusiastic response from our guests shows that we have found the right tone in our association with the Salzburg Easter Festival. Every year I look forward to enjoying outstanding musical performances.
