Founded in 1955, ASIS International, with a community of more than 38’000 members, is the leading non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting excellence in the security management profession worldwide.

Through its Chapters, ASIS International promotes professional education and networking at local level. The Chapter 160 Switzerland was founded in 1983 and is currently more than 100 members strong. In addition it addresses more than 250 guests – security professionals from all types of companies and from federal/cantonal governments. It caters for a wide range of needs for the security profession in Switzerland. Switzerland’s traditional social and economic stability fosters a high diversity of business activities.

Divided into two regions, the Swiss Chapter organizes educational/networking events, conferences and workshops in Eastern Switzerland (Deutschschweiz) and in Western Switzerland (Suisse Romande). It also establishes links with chapters from neighbouring countries to promote educational events.