Smart Wealth Asset Management AG Appoints Manuel Ebner as Chairman, Strengthening AI-Focused Strategy

Smart Wealth Asset Management AG, a Zurich-based asset manager specialising in AI-powered investment solutions, announces the appointment of former Bank of America Switzerland Country Executive, Manuel Ebner, as Chairman of the Board. The decision marks a significant move as the firm enters a new phase of strategic growth and international expansion.

Smart Wealth Asset Management AG, specialising in AI-driven investment strategies, has announced the appointment of Manuel Ebner, the former Country Executive for Bank of America Switzerland, as its new Chairman of the Board. 

This strategic leadership appointment supports Smart Wealth’s ambition to expand its global footprint and reinforce its position as a pioneer in AI-based asset management. Manuel Ebner is a prominent figure in Swiss financial services, having served in senior roles, including CEO of BZ Bank, CEO of Artificial Life, and Partner at McKinsey & Company. He spent 13 years as the Country Executive for Bank of America in Switzerland.

Manuel’s experience bridges both finance and artificial intelligence. With over 25 years of involvement in commercialising AI applications, he brings a unique perspective to the board. He also has familial links to the financial sector, following in the footsteps of his uncle, billionaire Martin Ebner.

“Since I served as the CEO of an artificial intelligence company more than 25 years ago, I’ve maintained a strong interest in the technology as it combines my passions for both technology and finance. Therefore, when I first heard about Smart Wealth, I was instantly sold on the concept – its consistent outperformance for over two decades is something that very few AI-driven investment managers can boast,” says Manuel.

Smart Wealth’s AI-driven investment model

Smart Wealth Asset Management AG was founded with AI at the centre of its investment approach. Unlike many peers that have only recently adopted AI, Smart Wealth has been developing and applying its proprietary technology since the early 2000s. Its performance is supported by over two decades of research and refinement by its Founder and CEO, Dr Miro Mitev, a leading data scientist in the field.

The firm’s AI engine analyses both historical and real-time data to make informed investment decisions. This has enabled Smart Wealth to deliver consistent, risk-adjusted returns of 13.53% per annum across its multi-asset portfolios since 2004.

“Our AI model has been stress-tested through multiple market cycles,” notes Dr Mitev. “By eliminating emotional bias and leveraging data at scale, the technology has allowed us to outperform many household-name asset managers.”

Scaling for international growth

With Ebner’s appointment, Smart Wealth signals a shift into growth mode. The firm plans to broaden its global reach, using Ebner’s deep network and extensive experience to expand its footprint in key international markets.

“We are very excited to welcome Manuel to our growing team,” states Dr Miro Mitev. “We are an institution with two feet firmly in the future, and we need the best and brightest industry minds with us on this journey as we continue to offer a new approach to asset management. We are now fully in growth mode, and we believe Manuel is integral to this phase of our development as an AI-driven asset management firm.”

Manuel Ebner adds, “In this period of volatility, investors globally are prioritising risk management, as the shift towards passive funds and rising gold prices has shown. What makes Smart Wealth so exciting is its ability to offer many of the benefits associated with these structures and combine them with its proven track record to generate strong risk-adjusted returns. 

This is an exceptional asset manager that has applied state-of-the-art, proven AI-driven technology for more than 20 years in the market, and I believe Smart Wealth is a true pioneer in shaping how investment decisions are made.”

About Smart Wealth Asset Management AG

Smart Wealth Asset Management AG is a Swiss asset management firm that specialises in AI-powered investment strategies. Led by Dr Miro Mitev, the company applies proprietary algorithms developed since 2000 to manage multi-asset portfolios. Since 2004, Smart Wealth’s AI-driven multi-asset portfolios have delivered annualised risk-adjusted returns of 13.53%, outperforming many traditional asset managers.

These AI systems remove human limitations, offering long-term, data-driven investment solutions. With a track record of consistent annual returns ranging between 14% and 22%, Smart Wealth positions itself at the forefront of technology-enabled asset management.