A Champagne Shower to Kick Off the New Year – Celebrating a Year of Records

Another year full of highlights is in the books for the Fred Tschanz Group. This year’s traditional Kickoff Party was held at the Fischerstube, where attendees raised their glasses to toast their collective achievements.

Success Across the Board

During the aperitif, the team reflected on a year of superlatives. A particular milestone was the integration of Hotel Zürcherhof , which has been part of the Fred Tschanz portfolio since March 2024. «It’s the same wonderful people, caring for this gem with the same passion as before. The success of this transition makes us proud», emphasized CEO Domenic Zembrod.

The Fred Hotels team also had every reason to celebrate. «Despite renovations and temporarily unavailable rooms, this year was one of our best ever», said Zembrod. Another standout success was ODEON , which marked December as its most successful month in history and 2024 as its best year in over a century. But it wasn’t just about the numbers – guest reviews were also at an all-time high across all Fred Tschanz establishments. Zembrod remarked, «Revenue growth is one thing, but simultaneously improving our ratings is the ultimate achievement.»

«These figures reflect the high standards we set for ourselves – a success that can only be achieved with a top-tier team. And that’s exactly what we have», praised Domenic Zembrod.

An Extraordinary Year, an Extraordinary Celebration

With so much good news, the team couldn’t hold back: even before the main course was served, the dance floor was already packed. A lavish flying dinner ensured everyone had enough energy to keep going. The dessert service provided the perfect moment for the Loyalty Bonus ceremony. Employees who had been with the company for at least a year received their loyalty gift of choice: cash, a ZVV public transport pass, or an extra week of vacation.

Dancing the Night Away

For Fred Tschanz, the party is the perfect opportunity to say thank you. «A special honor was given to our employees Claudia and Toni, who have been with the company for over 25 years.  Our team leads also deserve recognition because such successes are never accidental. They are the results of our stability and professionalism, created by extraordinary people», said Domenic Zembrod.

As a late-night pick-me-up, the traditional midnight snack was served. «Swiss crispy perch fillets, served right on the dance floor between the DJ booth and the long drinks – it had an almost magical touch», recalled the CEO. The lively atmosphere lasted into the early hours, making it a highlight for everyone. «This celebration unites us and strengthens our bond», summarized Domenic Zembrod. «This is what defines us and our culture.»