Horizon21

Horizon21 is a single family office based in Switzerland, established in 2004 to serve the investment needs of its founder, Rainer-Marc Frey, and his family. The firm operates as a private investment office, focusing on the comprehensive management of wealth. Its services encompass investment opportunities, alternative investments, portfolio management, compliance, and controlling functions, reflecting a holistic approach to family wealth management.

The firm was founded in 2004 by Rainer-Marc Frey. Initially, Horizon21 specialized in alternative investments. In 2005, Swiss Re became a strategic partner, acquiring a stake in Horizon21's Alternative Investments business unit. This partnership deepened in 2006 when they collaborated on private equity fund of funds activities, with Horizon21 taking over Swiss Re's private equity operations. Following a strategic re-orientation in 2010, Horizon21 solidified its position as a private investment office, tailoring its activities to the specific investment requirements of its founders and partners.

While Horizon21, as a family office, primarily manages its founder's wealth, its investment activities have included the launch of the H21 Resources Fund in 2006. This fund of funds focused on natural resources and commodities, launching with $240 million and aiming for a capacity of $1 billion, investing in 15-25 funds with global exposure. Additionally, the founder, Rainer-Marc Frey, holds significant direct stakes in various companies, including DKSH, a market expansion services group, Siegfried Holding AG, a Swiss pharmaceuticals company, and Lonrho Holdings Ltd, a diversified conglomerate active in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The assets of Horizon21 are managed by its executive management team. The firm maintains a lean structure, employing approximately 10 people. The team's expertise is geared towards providing tailored investment solutions and comprehensive wealth management services, leveraging the founder's extensive experience and diverse investment portfolio across different sectors and geographies.