Experienced international Member of Executive Boards | Elevating Strategies and Transformation with AI | Driving sustainable Growth and Resilience
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I have lived and worked in Switzerland for 17 years and hold dual Swiss and German citizenship. Based in Zug, I am deeply rooted in the region through my long-term partnership with a Swiss national. While I thrive professionally in technology-driven environments, I also value and actively embrace Swiss traditions. Guild events (Zunftanlaesse) are, to me, outstanding social occasions that reflect the strength of community and cultural continuity. For over 25 years, I have shaped global growth strategies and built high-performing organizations as an international executive. My core focus areas: Strategy, Marketing & Business Development, AI-enabled Transformation, and Organizational Development. Complementing my AI expertise, my senior management tenure at Cisco gives me a strong understanding of cybersecurity and its anchoring in corporate governance. Amid rising digital risks and uncertainty, I bring valuable perspectives to the boardroom. I thrive in international Tech/IT companies and navigate complex matrix organizations successfully at local, regional, and global levels. Known for my pioneering spirit and international perspective, I combine data-driven strategy with leadership, passion, and purpose. At the same time, I am an investor and mentor. I spot market opportunities early and design the corresponding growth strategies. My Personal Values: Goal and results orientation Positive, action-oriented mindset without losing sight of reality High integrity as the foundation for sustainable stakeholder and team relationships Leading by example through professionalism and quality in approach Authenticity through honesty and transparency What Sets Me Apart: “A Leader with heart – and very smart.” Strategic, structured, and organized Relentlessly seeking better solutions It starts with me: “New paths emerge by walking them.” (Franz Kafka) PROFESSIONAL CAREER __________________________________________________________ 2025 – present | Independent Consultant, Zug Consultancy in Strategy, Business Development and Marketing with international clients Advising and Accompanying companies in their AI transformation and AI solution development 2008 – 2024 | Cisco, Zurich Senior Director Marketing EMEA, Member, Cisco Germany Management Board; Member, European Marketing Leadership Team 1998 – 2007 | Siemens, Munich Senior roles in International Product Management, Business Development, Marketing 1994 – 1998 | Studies incl. semesters abroad in Paris and London 1991 – 1994 | Deutsche Bank, Rheine and Nordhorn Apprenticeship as Bank Clerk; Investment Advisor EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS __________________________________________________________ 2025 – present | Continuing education in new technologies, AI, strategy 2025 | Corporate Governance: Best Board Practice, Verwaltungsrat Management AG, Lucerne 2018 | Corporate Governance: Management and Development of the Board of Directors, Swiss Board School, University of St. Gallen 2017 | Organizational & Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC), CRR London 2015 | Certified Master Coach, INLPTA, Munich 1994 – 1998 | Master of Business Administration Double-degree in European Business, University of Applied Sciences Münster, Germany and KEDGE Business School, Bordeaux, France SPECIAL ASSIGNMENTS & AWARDS __________________________________________________________ Strategic Advisor at the Board of Trustees, German Marketing Association (2019 – present) Consulting: Women’s development program in Ecuador: Business strategy and 5-year plan for a consumer-goods portfolio (2023) Mentor: Zurich Directorate of Education, supporting students with a migration background to secure apprenticeships (2013 – 2023) Five-time Cisco award winner, incl. Humanitarian Award, SMB Leadership, Marketing Excellence Award, and Leadership Excellence Finalist (Global) INTERESTS __________________________________________________________ Hiking, skiing, reading, friendships