We are proud to welcome Urs Kern as Executive Advisor at Enigio, supporting our growth across Germany, Austria, and Switzerland.
With over 40 years of experience in banking and trade finance, Urs brings deep industry knowledge, unparalleled commercial insight, and a strong network across the DACH region. His two decades at SWIFT saw him take on senior leadership roles in trade finance, corporate business development, and financial crime initiatives. Most recently, he worked as Senior Commercial Manager for trade and corporates in EMEA, driving innovation in digital trade solutions.
After a short break from the industry, Urs shared that “retirement was definitely on the table – but the developments in international trade, especially around digital original documents, are simply too exciting to step aside.”
With decades spent advancing digital innovation in trade finance, Urs saw Enigio’s mission as a perfect continuation of the work he’s most passionate about.
“What makes Enigio really unique is that it is an open network. Accessible to everyone, without system-imposed restrictions or rule books, and suitable for all types of documents. The value proposition is simple: any document, to anyone.”
Urs will be working closely with our commercial team to support banks, corporates, and logistics providers across the DACH region, helping them transition from paper to digital trade documentation.
“Our entire team is excited to welcome Urs,” says Enigio CEO Patrik Zekkar.
“He’s one of the most respected voices in digital trade, and his expertise in the DACH region will be a huge asset as we continue to grow our presence. With Urs on board, we’re better positioned than ever to support the region’s transition to digital trade – the open way.”
Welcome to the team, Urs!