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Zug, Switzerland

Annanow is a dynamic start-up in the field of logistics technology and has established itself as the leading platform for omnichannel and unified commerce solutions in Switzerland.Main Responsibilities:- Orchestrated a successful restructuring deal, strategically enhancing the company’s commercial trajectory- Evaluated skill requirements, fine-tuned team composition, and contributed to the evolution of the company’s culture- Implemented standardized operational processes and… Show more Annanow is a dynamic start-up in the field of logistics technology and has established itself as the leading platform for omnichannel and unified commerce solutions in Switzerland.Main Responsibilities:- Orchestrated a successful restructuring deal, strategically enhancing the company’s commercial trajectory- Evaluated skill requirements, fine-tuned team composition, and contributed to the evolution of the company’s culture- Implemented standardized operational processes and established robust financial reporting standards Show less

Zurich, Switzerland

Main Responsibilities:- Spearheaded business development and executed client projects with a focus on delivering exceptional value- Managed the financial and operational facets of the company, optimizing processes for growth and profitability- Ensured rigorous compliance with all legal requirements, safeguarding the company’s integrity Project Highlights:- Establishment of a global ecosystem for blockchain assets, overseeing fundraising, partner acquisition, and… Show more Main Responsibilities:- Spearheaded business development and executed client projects with a focus on delivering exceptional value- Managed the financial and operational facets of the company, optimizing processes for growth and profitability- Ensured rigorous compliance with all legal requirements, safeguarding the company’s integrity Project Highlights:- Establishment of a global ecosystem for blockchain assets, overseeing fundraising, partner acquisition, and operational management for an international non-for-profit educational institution- Development of an accelerator program tailored for quantum technology startups, encompassing comprehensive assessment methodologies and mentoring initiatives- Management buy-out within the hospitality industry, developing business cases and delivering negotiation coaching Show less

Zurich, Switzerland

Main Responsibilities:- Headed financial and operational management of the local branch, incl. shareholder relations- Successfully led post-merger integration, aligning local operational processes with global standards- Spearheaded project acquisition and managed client relationships, contributing to 5+ M CHF in annual revenues- Demonstrated strong people management skills, fostering career development, and implemented hiring strategies that resulted in a 4x team growth within… Show more Main Responsibilities:- Headed financial and operational management of the local branch, incl. shareholder relations- Successfully led post-merger integration, aligning local operational processes with global standards- Spearheaded project acquisition and managed client relationships, contributing to 5+ M CHF in annual revenues- Demonstrated strong people management skills, fostering career development, and implemented hiring strategies that resulted in a 4x team growth within 16 monthsProject Highlights:- Digital transformation partnership with a leading international consumer electronics manufacturer, leading overall strategy development and collaboratively executing the marketplace channel strategy Show less

Zurich, Switzerland

Career path: Manager – Senior Manager – Principal – Partner – Chairman of the Board of DirectorsMain Responsibilities:- Crafted and executed the company's comprehensive business strategy as both COO and CFO- Drove project acquisition and managed client relationships to generate annual revenues exceeding 2 M CHF Project Highlights:- Orchestration of a transformation project in the financial services sector, overseeing the organizational design of a new business unit… Show more Career path: Manager – Senior Manager – Principal – Partner – Chairman of the Board of DirectorsMain Responsibilities:- Crafted and executed the company's comprehensive business strategy as both COO and CFO- Drove project acquisition and managed client relationships to generate annual revenues exceeding 2 M CHF Project Highlights:- Orchestration of a transformation project in the financial services sector, overseeing the organizational design of a new business unit for innovation management and new business building, while driving overall cultural change- Strategy project for a prominent Swiss financial services provider, specializing in the digital identity domain Show less

London, United Kingdom

Project Details:- Commercial acquiring and digital value-added services for B2B clients for a major UK bankMain Responsibilities:- Prepared and facilitated workshops following the Design Thinking methodology- Explored and developed innovative digital products, services, and business models- Provided support in defining the digital strategy and roadmap

Zurich, Switzerland

Main Responsibilities:- Spearheaded exploration and development initiatives for innovative digital products, services, and business models- Defined the digital strategy with a specific emphasis on M&A activities- Demonstrated adept project management skills with budgetary responsibility- Provided effective leadership through the management and supervision of employeesProject Highlights:- Strategic joint venture/M&A project, overseeing project management, negotiating… Show more Main Responsibilities:- Spearheaded exploration and development initiatives for innovative digital products, services, and business models- Defined the digital strategy with a specific emphasis on M&A activities- Demonstrated adept project management skills with budgetary responsibility- Provided effective leadership through the management and supervision of employeesProject Highlights:- Strategic joint venture/M&A project, overseeing project management, negotiating term sheets, formulating joint venture strategy, and crafting comprehensive business plans- Development of an app-based merchant solution for mobile payment acceptance and value-added services, with responsibilities including product design, vendor selection, pricing models, and budget management Show less

Zurich, Switzerland

Career path: Trainee – Junior Consultant – Consultant – Senior ConsultantMain Responsibilities:- Drove the development of PwC's digital consulting and service offerings- Managed international client projects across industries, demonstrating fiscal acumen through budget responsibility- Fostered client acquisition and business development in the realm of digital strategy and new business models- Published thought leadership pieces on digital strategy, showcasing expertise… Show more Career path: Trainee – Junior Consultant – Consultant – Senior ConsultantMain Responsibilities:- Drove the development of PwC's digital consulting and service offerings- Managed international client projects across industries, demonstrating fiscal acumen through budget responsibility- Fostered client acquisition and business development in the realm of digital strategy and new business models- Published thought leadership pieces on digital strategy, showcasing expertise in the entertainment and media industryProject Highlights:- Comprehensive commercial due diligence project for an international retail & consumer goods client (FMCG), taking charge of expert interviews, market and industry analyses, and the preparation of final documentation for the client Show less

Msc In Management + Cems Master In International Management (Double Degree), Business Administration And Management, General

Cems Master In International Management, Semester Abroad

Cems Master In International Management, Organizational Leadership

Bachelor Of Arts Hsg (B.A. Hsg), Business Administration, 5.0

Activities and Societies: International Students' Committee (ISC), University of St. Gallen Student Union (SHSG), Orchestra.

Semester Abroad, Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services, 5.5

Activities and Societies: University of Stellenbosch Wine Culture Society Semester abroad