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Martin Brettenthaler

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Partner at Claves Investments
📍 Riehen, Basel, Switzerland

Martin is a transformative international business leader with a background in top-tier consulting at BCG and significant experience in manufacturing and process industries. Educated at the University of St. Gallen, he is described by colleagues as reliable, eloquent, and stress-resistant. He has held senior leadership roles, including CEO of SWISS KRONO Group and Chairman of the European Panel Federation.

He is passionate about leading cross-cultural organizations and strengthening international economic ties within Europe. Martin takes a keen interest in the intersection of industrial policy, talent management, and energy competitiveness, frequently sharing his perspectives on these strategic issues. His focus extends to advising on AI-driven manufacturing innovation.

Unique fact: He has been honored by two nations, receiving the French Chevalier de la Légion dHonneur and the Knights Cross of the Hungarian Order of Merit.

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Experience
4 Years
Current Role
Partner
Location
Riehen, Basel, Switzerland
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AI in Manufacturing
As Senior Advisor to AHX. ai, he is focused on using AI and big data to automate manufacturing processes and achieve "super-human efficiency. "
Industrial Competitiveness
He actively discusses how structural energy costs and policy are shaping the competitiveness of European industries, a key theme from his leadership roles.
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Career

Work history

6-2025
Partner
Claves Investments
1-2025
Advisor to Private Equity Funds and Consultancies
Private Equity & Consultancies
8-2024
Senior Advisor
AHX.ai
11-2024 - 3-2025
Leadership Transition Opportunity
Pan-European Building Materials Supplier (Private Equity Sponsored)
6-2021 - 3-2024
Chairman
European Panel Federation
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Education
1990 - 1996
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University of St.Gallen
1992 - 1993
Political Sciences and International Relations
Sciences Po
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