Vantage Education Further Strengthens Presence In The Alternative Medicine & Complementary Therapies Higher Education Space with Acquisition of Bio-Medica Basel
Zurich, June 21st, 2023 – Vantage Education, a Swiss leader in higher education, is excited to announce its recent acquisition of Bio-Medica Basel, a higher education local champion specializing in alternative medicine and complementary therapies. This strategic move not only resolves the succession issue faced by Bio-Medica Basel but also unlocks new opportunities for brand development and synergistic collaborations with Vantage Education’s existing offerings.
Bio-Medica Basel has established itself as a local leader with a comprehensive curriculum encompassing Acupressure, Reflexology, Massage, Nutrition, and Chinese Medicine. Bio-Medica Basel has trained countless practitioners, shaping the future of complementary medicine in the region.
By joining forces with Vantage Education, the institution ensures a seamless transition of ownership while preserving its esteemed reputation and commitment to excellence. Chris Hein, CEO of Vantage Education: “we are dedicated to upholding the legacy of Bio-Medica Basel and further developing the brand to expand its reach in other cities in Switzerland and lever some of its specific curricula that are key for our Group”.
Markus Dätwyler, founder of Bio-Medica: “It was of outmost importance for me to ensure a smooth transition for our students and to guarantee the continuation of Bio-Medica in the longer term”. His operating succession had been long planned, and he has now fully empowered Cornelia Zehnder that was co-leading the school for years. Markus Dätwyler adds on the acquirer: “Vantage will bring digital marketing capabilities, drives digitalization efforts, and enhances the digital content within Bio-Medica Basel, all truly value adding for our students”.
The acquisition of Bio-Medica Basel by Vantage Education marks an exciting chapter for both organizations. Together, Vantage Education, its three other brands active in the space and Bio-Medica Basel will forge new pathways in education, nurturing the next generation of professionals in the field of complementary therapies and alternative medicine.
For further information, please contact:
Sophie Buchmann
Chief Marketing Growth Officer
Vantage Education Group
sophie.buchmann(at)vantage.ch