From the Boiler Room to the Boardroom
Fortefolio AG is not a theoretical consultancy. Our voice is built on the credibility of a doer.
The Duality: Craftsmanship Meets Strategy
45 years of experience. We know how a damp wall feels and what a renovation truly costs at its core. This gives us the right to be firm on substance.
The founder of Fortefolio AG began as a heating and ventilation technician and earned the title of Master Plumber and Heating Engineer. With property ownership since the age of 20 and subsequent HSG executive education, a unique combination emerged: the ability to think and act from foundation to balance sheet.
"We translate the knowledge of craftsmanship into geopolitical and business analyses."
Thomas Scheffler
Founder & CEO
Founder of Fortefolio AG, the Real Estate Family Office focused on property. Over 27 years of experience in construction and real estate, particularly in new construction, renovation, property and facility management, as well as property acquisition and sales. Specialized in structuring complex projects and problem-solving in demanding construction phases. Extensive expertise in ESG and forward-looking real estate strategies.
"Portfolio Management: The art of recognizing opportunities, minimizing risks, and maximizing returns"
- Master Plumber and Heating Engineer
- Construction experience since age 15
- Property owner since age 20
- HSG Executive Education in Strategy, Management & Governance
Our Team
Arkadiusz Szyszko
Head Business Development Eastern Europe
Entrepreneur and investor with a background in high-end automotive engineering. Transferred his expertise in professional vehicle refinement and engine optimization. Through this work in the luxury segment, he built an exclusive network with UHNWIs and Family Offices. Extensive experience working with an exclusive clientele, whom he now guides in portfolio development in Switzerland. Specialized in the markets of Poland and Eastern Europe. Combines technical expertise with intercultural competence and discreet advisory.
Francois Feix
Advisory Board
Founder and owner of a strategy consultancy focused on corporate development and real estate. Over 18 years of experience in construction, particularly in project management, realization and renovation of existing properties. Specialized in structuring complex construction projects and solving operational challenges in critical project phases. Extensive expertise in ESG and forward-looking construction technologies.
The Forest Philosophy
A portfolio is like a forest. For the next generation to grow in the light, the current generation must master light management.
The Beech Principle
Just as the beech lets young trees have the light, we steer the portfolio so that liquidity and growth are secured for the next generation. We call this "light management."
Root System vs. Crown
We compare building substance to roots - invisible but decisive. Returns are the crown - visible but weather-sensitive. We examine the root system so that the crown remains stable even during economic frost.
Radical Honesty
We are uncomfortable when it serves returns. We are not here to confirm your opinion, but to protect your wealth.
What others say:
"We have concerns regarding long-term value development."
What we say:
"This investment contradicts your strategy. It is an emotional decision that binds your capital without adequate return. We advise against the purchase."
What others say:
"Sustainability is important to us for the environment."
What we say:
"The new regulations from Bern are a regulatory constraint. We leverage this now for energy renovation to massively increase property value before the market reacts."
What Sets Us Apart
No Accompaniment - Control
We don't "support" - we take over. We realize owner objectives instead of accompanying processes. That's a promise, not a platitude.
No Euphemisms
We don't talk about "optimization potential" - we find hidden return reserves. We name deferred maintenance for what it is.
Storm-proof, Not Risk-averse
We make your portfolio storm-proof against regulatory and geopolitical headwinds. That's more concrete than "risk management."
No Matter Is Too Small
Many of our clients hesitate to contact an expert because they believe their matter is too minor. At Fortefolio AG, there is no "too small." A forest needs care - from the individual seedling to the entire stand.
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