CONNECT. ENGAGE. TRANSFORM.

Building Relationships. Engaging Networks. Cultivating Partnerships.

Seven people celebrating at the New York Stock Exchange balcony during the NYSE opening bell on May 6, 2022. They are dressed in business attire, smiling, and raising their fists in celebration. A large bell is in front of them, and a large display screen behind shows the event details and logos for NYSE and the American Swiss Foundation.

Patricia Schramm is a purpose-driven advisor, board director, and diplomat who partners with organizations in Switzerland and the United States to advance their strategic goals.

She works with leadership teams to build and engage networks, secure trusted access to decision-makers, and design high-level convenings.

Recognized for connecting vision, strategy, and execution, she helps clients deliver real-world impact.

Photo credit: New York Stock Exchange

ABOUT PATRICIA SCHRAMM

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

President, American Swiss Foundation (2003 — 2023)

The American Swiss Foundation fosters economic, cultural, political, and personal ties between ‬the two countries through citizen-to-citizen diplomacy.

Patricia Schramm led strategy, programs, fundraising, and governance, working closely with the board and directing a high-performing team.

Member, ETH Circle (since 2023)

ETH Zurich, the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, is ranked #7 in the world.

As a member of the ETH Circle, Patricia Schramm serves as an ambassador to advance the university’s international visibility.

Member, Climeworks Commercial Advisory Network (since 2025)

Climeworks is a Swiss-based global leader in removing CO₂ from the air.

Patricia Schramm advises on expanding the value proposition in the United States and facilitates trusted introductions to decision-makers in business and government.

EXPERTISE

Swiss-American Strategy

Provides strategic guidance informed by 30 years of experience in diplomacy and cross-border engagement.

Helps organizations align vision, strategy, and execution for maximum impact.

High-level Networks

Facilitates trusted introductions to decision-makers in business, government, higher education, and diplomacy.

Connects clients to key leaders who can advance their strategic goals.

Stakeholder Engagement

Strengthens existing partnerships and identifies opportunities to expand institutional networks.

Designs and moderates high-level convenings for targeted audiences.

CONTACT

Email Patricia Schramm at info@schramm-consulting.net