The Crypto Valley Association (CVA) has announced the appointment of Jérôme Bailly as its new President, effective September 1.
Jérôme, who previously served as Vice President, succeeds Emi Lorincz, whose leadership since 2021 has guided the CVA into a respected, internationally recognised association advancing the digital asset industry.
During her presidency, Emi Lorincz strengthened the CVA’s financial and governance foundations, expanded institutional engagement, and enhanced Switzerland’s reputation as a hub for blockchain innovation.
She will remain actively involved as Vice President. Reflecting on her term, Emi Lorincz said:
“Leading the CVA has been an incredibly rewarding experience. Together, we expanded its global reach and created new opportunities for innovation and institutional engagement. I remain committed to our mission and look forward to continuing this journey with Jérôme and our community as Vice President.”
Commenting on his appointment, Jérôme Bailly said:
“I am honoured to be elected President and grateful to my fellow board members for their trust. My special thanks to Emi Lorincz, whose vision and leadership built the strong foundations we stand on today. I look forward to continuing this journey with Emi as Vice President as we guide the CVA into its next chapter of growth and impact.”
Looking ahead, Jérôme Bailly plans to focus on deepening collaboration between web3 innovators and Swiss financial institutions, addressing regulatory challenges, strengthening the unity of Switzerland’s blockchain hubs, and investing in programmes, team capacity, and digital tools to create long-term value for members.
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