Legal Framework

GAAB is organised as a non-profit association under Articles 60 to 79 of the Swiss Civil Code. The registered office is located in Baden, Switzerland.

Governing Bodies

The association consists of the General Assembly, the Management Board, the Auditors and the General Secretariat.

General Assembly

The General Assembly is the highest authority. It approves the statutes, elects the Management Board and the Auditors, reviews the annual reports, adopts the financial statements and sets membership fees. It meets at least once each year.

Management Board

The Management Board implements the decisions of the General Assembly and directs the strategic activities of the association. The Board consists of the President, Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Assessor.

General Secretariat

The General Secretariat is responsible for operational management, administration, communication and coordination of association activities. The Secretary General is appointed by the Management Board.

Auditors

The Auditors review the association’s accounts and submit their report to the General Assembly.