The purpose of the company is to acquire, hold, manage and dispose of participations in companies and businesses in Switzerland and abroad, particularly in their start-up phase. The company may acquire, hold, manage, encumber, utilize and dispose of real estate and intellectual property rights in Switzerland and abroad, as well as finance other companies. The company may engage in all commercial, financial and other activities that appear suitable to promote the purpose of the company or are connected therewith, in particular financing transactions and the conclusion of consulting and similar contracts.