About Konsento

Konsento is an independent Swiss LegalTech platform that digitizes and simplifies legal processes relating to share capital. Since 2021, we have been supporting Swiss SMEs — from startups to established companies — in the efficient, legally compliant processing of share registers, general meetings, board meetings and capital increases.

Our intelligent platform connects founders, boards of directors, shareholders and external service providers such as notaries or auditors in a secure, structured workflow. Developed by an interdisciplinary team of lawyers, IT and finance specialists, continuously optimized for seamless corporate actions.

Already implemented:
350+ general meetings
100+ Corporate Actions
21,000+ users — especially shareholders and participants
More than 450 Swiss stock companies rely on Konsento — for greater clarity, security and efficiency in equity management.

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Simplify legal workflows and focus on what matters.

Konsento is the intuitive governance platform that helps you stay compliant, in control, and one step ahead. With powerful tools tailored to Swiss stock corporations, you can simplify complex legal tasks and act with confidence.

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Our customers report massive time savings in all relevant corporate actions.

60%

Fewer legal risks thanks to clearly managed processes and integrated legal logic.

Unsere Team-Mitglieder

Get to know the experts behind Konsento

Dominik Witz
Founder
Sandro Stricker
Founder
Flurin Schenkel
CTO
Arnaud Beuret
Member of the Board of Directors
Dr. iur. Pascal Zysset
Advisory Board
Marco Fehr
Advisory Board
Dr. Tina Störmer
Advisory Board
Sascha Gysel
Advisory Board
Harald Schnabel
Advisory Board
Fredy R. Flury
Advisory Board

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Responsibility of the Board of Directors (Art. 754 OR; reference to Art. 716a/717 CO)

Civil liability of board members (and other management bodies) for damage resulting from intentional or negligent breach of duty, in particular in the event of poor organization (Art. 716a CO) or breach of duty of care and loyalty (Art. 717 CO). Without effective delegation, the entire Board of Directors is also liable for mistakes made by delegated persons. Effective delegation reduces liability to selection, instruction and monitoring.

Organizational regulations (Art. 716b CO)

Written regulations adopted by the Board of Directors, which structure management (positions/functions), allocate tasks and competencies, define representation/signing rules and regulate reporting to the Board of Directors. It is a prerequisite for effective delegation of operational tasks to board members or third parties.

What happens in case of delegation without organizational regulations?

Without regulations, full management responsibility remains with the entire Board of Directors, and the members are also liable for mistakes made by the delegated person (Art. 717, 754 CO). With valid regulations, the Board of Directors may limit its liability to the selection, instruction and monitoring of delegates.

When should the board of directors of a Swiss AG introduce organizational regulations?

As soon as the Board of Directors delegates any operational tasks — even subtasks — to board members or third parties. Written regulations in accordance with Art. 716b CO are then mandatory. If the board does everything itself, it is not mandatory, but highly recommended as a best practice for an orderly organization in accordance with Art. 716a CO.

What does Konsento's service for preparing the organizational regulations of the Board of Directors include?

From Konsento, you will receive organizational regulations tailored to your organization, the resolution of the Board of Directors required to implement them as an electronic circulation resolution, the associated minutes and their storage in Konsento's online archive.

Do I have to set up and hold a general meeting myself for the fast AGM?

No — Konsento does that for you. The quick version of the AGM replaces the paper-based minutes previously prepared by the fiduciary. By default, all decisions are recorded with 100% approval. If you want to record no votes or abstentions, you can open the process at any time and invite shareholders to vote electronically. This saves you time and nerves and always has a clean, digital log at hand.

As a small joint stock company, what is the fastest way for me to obtain egally compliant AGM minutes?

With the Fast-AGM version of Konsento, joint stock companies with up to 3 shareholders automatically receive complete, legally compliant minutes of a general meeting in accordance with Art. 702 of the Swiss Code of Obligations (CO) — without any manual effort. The software creates the minutes on January 1 with all mandatory agenda items for the Annual General Meeting, correctly represented share capital and all share votes represented.

Why is Konsento valuable also for general meetings with only a few shareholders?

Even with a small shareholder base, general meetings must be properly prepared and formally recorded. Konsento provides you with validated agenda templates for all resolutions and ensures that notice, execution, and minutes fully comply with legal requirements. Minutes are generated automatically with all mandatory content – keeping your GM simple, efficient, and flawlessly documented.

Why should SMEs run their board meetings with Konsento?

Konsento ensures that your board resolutions are not only efficient but also legally compliant. With over 150 agenda templates for standard and special resolutions, you can be confident every decision is properly framed. Minutes are generated automatically with all legally required content – making your meetings both easy to manage and formally flawless in documentation.

What savings can be expected?

Clients report up to ~50 % savings in time and external costs by automating meetings, document prep, notarisation, and filings.

How does Konsento prevent closing errors?

Through structured workflows, single-source data, version control, standardised formats, automated document creation - this avoids data chaos, rounding mistakes, invalid signatures, or document misplacement.

Can investors commit online?

Yes. A password‑secured investor portal enables legal‐grade data collection and “soft commitments” directly through Konsento.

How does Konsento handle notarisation and auditor confirmation?

Both public certification and statutory auditor confirmation are embedded steps—you can request them through the platform at pre‑negotiated rates.

What types of capital increases are supported?

Konsento supports ordinary capital increases, conditional capital increases, capital band, cash contributions or conversion of CLAs as well as in‑kind contributions - automated regardless of type.

What are the advantages of the digital circular resolution of the board of directors with Konsento compared to conventional circular resolutions?

The innovative and modern consensus platform brings a breath of fresh air to decision-making in Swiss stock corporations: circular resolutions of the board of directors can not only be handled entirely digitally, but also implemented in a legally secure, clearly structured manner with minimal effort. What makes the difference: Structured Process: Each step is legally sound and guides you safely through the decision-making process. Market-proven templates: Pre-prepared agendas take the strain out of formulation and ensure legal clarity. Intelligent dispatch: All board members are automatically included — no manual effort required. Transparent Approval: Digital voting provides clear and verifiable votes. Smart Reminder: Automatic Reminder for Defaulting Members — Can be activated with a click. Complete documentation: Every decision is recorded in an audit-proof manner — completely automatically. Fully digital process: No physical documents, no email ping-pong — instead, lean, fast and digital. Legally compliant implementation: Developed in close consultation with lawyers and notaries — reliable and tried and tested.

Does Konsento support circular resolutions?

Yes, in Konsento, the board of directors can carry out a digital circulation resolution.

Why is Konsento the most advanced and innovative AGM tool in Switzerland?

Konsento sets the standard for modern, legally compliant general meetings in Switzerland. Purpose-built for Swiss stock corporations, it’s the only platform that fully automates the entire lifecycle of physical, virtual, hybrid, and universal meetings – with seamless legal compliance at every step. What makes Konsento truly innovative? Swiss Law Built In: Every workflow is aligned with the Swiss Code of Obligations – from 20-day notice periods to real-time voting and legally valid digital minutes. Instant Protocols & Notary-Ready: Konsento generates legally compliant minutes on the fly and even integrates virtual notaries for public deeds – no travel, no paperwork. Fully Digital, Yet Legally Secure: From secure invitations to participant authentication and vote transmission, every process meets the highest legal standards, including the Unmittelbarkeitsprinzip. End-to-End Automation: Agenda creation, RSVP tracking, voting, protocol drafting and archiving – all in one intuitive platform. Universal Meetings Made Easy: Even unanimous shareholder resolutions can be documented digitally and legally within 48 hours. With over 450 Swiss stock corporations and 300+ successful general meetings, Konsento is not just a tool – it’s Switzerland’s most advanced and sophisticated solution for shareholder governance. Run your next general meeting with Konsento – and experience the future of corporate decision-making.

Can Konsento assist with the documentation and reporting of general meetings?

Yes, Konsento automates the generation of meeting minutes and other necessary documentation. It also allows for the secure sharing of these documents with stakeholders and ensures they are archived in compliance with legal requirements

How does Konsento ensure the legal validity of virtual and hybrid meetings?

Konsento ensures full legal validity for virtual and hybrid general meetings by embedding Swiss corporate law directly into every workflow. From automated 20-day invitation deadlines to real-time voting and identity verification – every step is purpose-built to comply with the Swiss Code of Obligations. Shareholders join securely, vote immediately, and receive legally sound results and minutes without delay. Advance voting, proxy management, participant authentication, and even notary integration are all seamlessly handled. Konsento gives you full legal confidence – without the legal hassle.

What types of general meetings can I conduct with Konsento?

Konsento supports the organization and execution of various types of general meetings, including physical, virtual, hybrid, and universal meetings. It accommodates both ordinary and extraordinary general meetings, ensuring compliance with Swiss legal requirements.

Can I use Konsento's share register to open a bank account?

Yes, Konsento's share register can be exported as a PDF file and is accepted by Swiss banks as a share register for confirmation purposes when opening or managing a bank account.

How does Konsento handle document generation and signatures?

Konsento automatically generates necessary legal documents such as subscription slips, share certificates, and transfer forms. These documents can be signed electronically, adhering to Swiss legal standards, and are securely attached to each transaction for complete compliance.

Can I import my existing cap table into Konsento?

Absolutely. You can upload your existing cap table in Excel format, and Konsento will automatically structure your share register, ensuring a seamless transition.

Is Konsento's share register legally compliant with Swiss corporate law?

Yes, Konsento's digital share register is fully compliant with Swiss corporate law. It incorporates built-in legal logic to ensure accurate tracking of beneficial owners, audit-proof history, and readiness for reporting cap tables to banks.

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Organizational regulations of the Board of Directors: Reduction of liability risk through clearly regulated delegation

The article explains why organizational regulations in accordance with Art. 716a/716b CO are central for SMEs and startups. It is already necessary when the Board of Directors delegates individual operational tasks. Without regulations, full responsibility remains with the full Board of Directors; regulations allow liability to be focused on the selection, instruction and monitoring of delegates. In addition, the regulations create clear responsibilities, faster decisions and trust among investors. Finally, the article shows how Konsento helps with the adoption, recording and ongoing maintenance of organizational regulations.

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Legal Due Diligence for Companies in Switzerland: How to Prepare Effectively

In Switzerland, every funding round requires a Legal Due Diligence – for both startups and established SMEs. Investors and Business Angels review the share register, articles of association, contracts, and participation plans before committing capital. For entrepreneurs, board members, and CFOs, careful preparation is crucial to demonstrate reliability and “investability.” Konsento provides a digital solution to centralize documents, identify gaps, and present an Investment Readiness Report to investors.

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Renewed Identification of the Beneficial Owner after a Capital Increase of the AG

After a capital increase, the ownership and control structures of a Swiss AG change. Shareholders must once again disclose their beneficial owner, while the board of directors is responsible for reporting the controlling person to the bank and the share register. With digital tools such as Konsento’s share register, the process is simple and fully compliant.

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Legal Due Diligence: What Founders Need to Know

Legal due diligence is a key step in every seed funding round in Switzerland. This video explains which documents investors expect, how to set up a data room, and why disclosure and warranties in the investment agreement are essential. Perfect for founders and startups preparing professionally for their funding round.

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Co-Investment Syndicates: Clarification of Licensing Requirements by the Federal Administrative Court

Co-investment syndicates allow business angels to invest jointly while keeping the share register lean. A Federal Administrative Court ruling clarifies: no blanket asset manager licence is required, but authorisation as a securities firm may apply. Key insights for providers and companies.

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Cap table vs. share register: differences and similarities

Cap table or share register? Many companies in Switzerland rely on cap tables — and in doing so neglect the legally required share register. This article shows the differences, explains the legal risks and presents a solution that allows you to manage both digitally and compliantly.