GAM Holding appoints Gerhard Lohmann as Group CFO to drive next stage of strategic growth
17 FEB, 2026
By Joanna Piwko from RankiaPro Europe
GAM Holding AG (GAM:SWX) has announced a leadership transition as the company enters the next phase of its strategic evolution. Gerhard Lohmann joined GAM on 17 February 2026 and will formally assume the position of Group Chief Financial Officer (“Group CFO”) on 26 March 2026. He will also become a member of the Zurich-based Group Management Board.
Lohmann succeeds Richard McNamara, who has chosen to step down as Group CFO to pursue a new opportunity within the asset management sector. McNamara will remain with the company until the end of April 2026 to ensure an orderly and seamless handover.
Gerhard Lohmann brings extensive international experience across banking, insurance, reinsurance, and asset management. Based in Switzerland, he has held senior leadership roles at Credit Suisse and Swiss Re. At Credit Suisse, he served as Chief Operating Officer EMEA and Chief Financial Officer for International Wealth Management, following earlier leadership roles in Asset Management and Corporate & Retail Banking. During his time at Swiss Re, he was Chief Financial Officer of the Reinsurance Business Unit and a member of the Executive Committee, where he led global finance teams and helped shape the group’s financial framework.
Throughout his career, Lohmann has led large international teams and supported businesses operating in highly regulated environments. His expertise includes financial strategy, capital and liquidity management, risk oversight, regulatory engagement, M&A integration, and the modernization of financial systems. Recognized for his transparent, collaborative, and empowering leadership style, he has successfully guided organizations through complex and dynamic periods while building high-performing teams.
Beyond his corporate roles, Lohmann has also been involved in social impact initiatives, holding leadership positions in education and entrepreneurship programs in East Africa.
Richard McNamara joined GAM in 2015 as Group CFO and has been instrumental in steering the company through a period of substantial transformation.
Albert Saporta, CEO of GAM Holding AG, commented:
Richard’s leadership during a transformative period for GAM has been exemplary. He helped establish the strong platform on which we now build, and we are grateful for his significant contributions. We wish him every success in his next chapter. As we move forward into a new phase of strategic growth, I am pleased to welcome Gerhard as our new Group CFO. His international perspective, proven financial expertise, and strong execution capabilities make him ideally suited to support GAM’s strategy. I look forward to working closely with him as we continue to strengthen the company for sustainable long-term success.
Gerhard Lohmann said:
I am delighted to join GAM at such an important moment in its development. As a Swiss-based firm with a longstanding reputation for investment excellence, GAM combines a clear vision, strong capabilities, and renewed strategic focus. I look forward to engaging with stakeholders and collaborating closely with Albert and the Board as we reinforce the company’s financial foundations and support its next phase of growth and performance.
Richard McNamara added:
It has been an honor to serve as GAM’s CFO for the past decade. The company’s exceptional people and resilience have made this journey truly rewarding. I am proud of what we have achieved together and confident that GAM is well positioned for its next stage of development. I will continue to follow its progress with great admiration and pride.
