Founder and owner of the Emergo Group is Alfred H. Balm, resident of Geneva, Switzerland. Of Dutch descent, he mainly focuses on the companies' long-term strategic planning while continuing to share responsibilities for Emergo's day-to-day operations.

In the Emergo published book, 'Onward, The Spirit of Emergo', Mr. Balm is quoted: "I felt it was important to describe our company, not as it exists today, but to describe the forces that will determine what we are becoming. The companies, the industries, the countries in which we are operating are very diverse. What is common to them all, however, is the set of common values and goals."

Emergo does not buy or sell companies, we grow them. Often from inception, we provide finance, financial expertise, support to management, and assist in opening foreign markets through our global presence and experience.

Mr. Balm's eldest son, Mike F. Balm, ACMA, MBA, is Chief Executive Officer of the group and responsible for investment strategies, acquisition and divestments. A resident of Switzerland, much of his time is spent in the North American market.

Message from the CEO

In order to qualify for consideration to join the Emergo group, companies must present much more than mere opportunities for a reasonable return on capital. Our investments are in those unique companies that display congruence with our corporate vision and values. These companies present strategic opportunities for Emergo, and are global in scope and potential. They are driven by highly creative, innovative, entrepreneurial, and passionate people.

Emergo provides more than just financing to our partner companies. Emergo provides financial and managerial advice and support on an ongoing basis. Emergo's vision spans decades, driving for long term, sustained success with its companies, while leveraging its considerable international network to advance the breadth, scope and opportunity for its holdings, creating synergies across industry sectors and geographic regions.