Lombard Odier's former communications manager has launched her own firm after 17 years at the Geneva-based private bank. She will offer the whole range of communications services to the finance industry.

Marionna Wegenstein in June launched Wegenstein Communication, according to information obtained by finews.com. The company is set up as a classic PR agency with the whole range of communications services available to the finance industry.

Philanthropy Expertise

Wegenstein will advise companies, organizations and individuals in her role as a communications expert and rely upon her vast network developed over the years in the industry. Wegenstein spent 17 years as a communications expert at Lombard Odier. Wegenstein told finews.com that she was already in talks about a collaboration with a number of firms in the industry.

Wegenstein will provide strategic advice and support the companies in the implementation of communication measures. She also specializes in philanthropy, an expertise she developed at her former employer.