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Valérie Henzen

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Consultant | Strategist | Experienced CMO

Zürich
Valérie Henzen

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Lecturer in Future Foresight at Hochschule für Wirtschaft

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Mike Battistella

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User Experience Designer / Design Thinking Coach

Bottighofen
Mike Battistella

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Freelance UX-Researcher, -Designer at Companion Hub

UX research and UX concepts for an assisted living application with QT client dashboard/video application and web interface for client support

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Kristian Michael Hertel

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Director Global IT

Zug
Kristian Michael Hertel

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Director Global IT at JC Newretail AG / Peek & Cloppenburg Group

  • Lead 300+ tech professionals across internal and consulting teams
  • Transformed IT into a strategic, product-centric consultancy
  • As industry first: Initiated ERP migration SAP → Oracle Fusion
  • Implemented AI strategy, built the data science competence and initiated AI pilots
  • Established IT Strategy Board aligning technology with business vision and objectives
  • Implemented a central and standardised IT vendor management process reducing IT costs by 10%
  • Outsourced internal ERP management structure into an external service entity
  • Implementation of IT security protocols, standards, trainings and systems
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Cyrille Catel

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Founder, CEO & Transformation Architect

Meinier
Cyrille Catel

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Founder, Sr Partner & CEO at APX Vision

  • APX Vision partners with organizations to design, pilot, and continually refine adaptive operating models that unlock measurable growth, resilience, and engagement through continuous, real-world implementation.

  • Adaptive systems consulting: Implementing the Adaptive Organization & Management System 6.0â„¢ through customized diagnostics, pilots, and actionable frameworks.

  • Executive and team coaching: Supporting leadership growth and culture renewal with people-centered, evidence-driven approaches.

  • Lean, Six Sigma, and operational excellence: Enabling practical, sustainable improvements across business functions.

  • Innovation partnerships, pilot mandates, and co-creation opportunities to advance System 6.0â„¢.

  • Strategic consulting and coaching collaborations for sustainable transformation.

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Zsolt Kubecska

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CEO

Bettingen
Zsolt Kubecska

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CEO at Research Institute for Spirituality & Health RISH / FISG

  • Management and further development of the research institute
  • Finance, HR, fundraising/PR, marketing, training
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Tobias Künkler

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Chief Data & Transformation Officer

Zürich
Tobias Künkler

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CEO, Interim Manager for Chief Data Officer & Chief Transformation Officer roles at Hyght

  • Lead interim roles as Chief Data Officer and Chief Transformation Officer, orchestrating the design and execution of digital, data, and AI transformations within private equity and enterprise organizations
  • Design and implement data and digital strategies that align with organizational goals, enhance operational efficiency, and drive innovation across business units
  • Develop and implement target operating models (TOMs) to establish and restructure data, AI, and IT organizations, enhancing their alignment with business objectives
  • Define and operationalize enterprise data and AI governance frameworks that ensure compliance, mitigate risks, and promote best practices across the organization
  • Spearhead transformations for private equity–backed companies, ensuring operational practices align with strategic objectives to foster sustainable growth and deliver value creation
  • Formulate and execute comprehensive Value Creation Plans (VCPs) that identify growth opportunities, enhance operational efficiencies, and develop revenue enhancement strategies
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Cora Schwetter

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Freelance Consultant

Lugano
Cora Schwetter

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Freelance Consultant at Adaptive SC / Consultancy Schwetter

  • People management consulting on strategic business transformation projects, innovation, process design, digitalisation and optimisation
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Stefan Kämper

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Strategy & Transformation | Regulated Markets | Trading, Risk & Compliance

Risch-Rotkreuz
Stefan Kämper

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Chairman of the Board at Cow Level AG

  • Led board-level governance, strategy and organisational development
  • Managed stakeholder environments and structured decision-making processes
  • Supported tokenisation initiatives with BEKB and daura
  • Oversaw organisational development in a regulated environment
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Hugo Plüss

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CIO / CDO

Schwyz
Hugo Plüss

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Supervisory Board Member at 4PL Central Station EE

  • Provide independent oversight and advice to the executive board on corporate strategy
  • Advise on the effectiveness of digital transformation initiatives, financial performance, and the management of business and enterprise risks
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Marco Maroni

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CEO (Ad interim)

Einsiedeln
Marco Maroni

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CEO (Ad interim) at PlotFactory AG

  • Introduced LEAN process (5S)
  • Implemented financial reporting
  • Various projects such as structural optimizations
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André Siegert

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Founder / Consultant / CFO / Business Intelligence

Geneva
André Siegert

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CEO at Cybo.Tech Advisory

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Patrick Beck

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AML Officer

Locarno
Patrick Beck

Last position:

AML Officer at Creative Cloud AG

  • Qualified as an AML officer in the Swiss jurisdiction
  • Implemented AML policies and procedures
  • Conducted due diligence reviews of clients and monitored transactions to identify suspicious activity
  • Organized staff training on AML regulations and practices
  • Worked with regulators and audit firms to ensure compliance (AML audits)
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Benedict Von Hoffmann

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Co-Founder & CEO

Zürich
Benedict Von Hoffmann

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Co-Founder & CEO at Clanq AG

  • I ideated, built, launched, and grew Clanq - a fully regulated financial app that's been a game-changer for families in Germany, enabling them to save a whopping 30% more for their little ones.
  • At Clanq, we achieved a remarkable 40% growth MoM during my tenure.
  • Internally, I fostered a culture of continuous improvement, agility, and drive that propelled the company forward.
  • We achieved new feature releases bi-weekly, keeping users engaged and excited about our product.
  • Led an international team of 15 employees (Brazil, Berlin, Belgrade, Kyiv).
  • Successfully raised the company's valuation to 5 million.
  • Launched the product within 8 months, outperforming all the deadlines and ensuring a successful market entry.
  • Recognized as one of the top CEOs in the industry, earning a place on the prestigious Forbes 30u30 list for my outstanding leadership and achievements.
  • Developed a one-of-a-kind digital life insurance model, setting a new standard in the industry and attracting a large customer base.
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Stefano Barbera

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CEO & Founder

St. Gallen
Stefano Barbera

Last position:

CEO & Founder at wyse Business Solutions GmbH

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Chief Executive Officers statistics

Aggregated from the professional profiles of matched freelancers.

Experience

25 years

Position duration

3.4 years

Positions per freelancer

13

Top business areas

Project Management, Strategy, Information Technology

Top industries

Information Technology, Professional Services, Banking and Finance

Certification focus areas

Human Resources, Information Technology, Finance

Bachelor's degree or higher

88%

Master's degree or higher

56%

Doctorate

6%

Certifications per freelancer

2

Most common languages

English, German, Italian

Speak two or more languages

100%

Based on our profile pool as of 27 Aug 2026.

Daily rate distribution

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The chart shows how the daily rates of freelancers in this role in Switzerland are distributed, based on recent contracts on our platform. Each bar covers a rate range — its height shows how many freelancers charge within that range.

Average rates for Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland

Rates are based on recent contracts and do not include FRATCH margin.

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Daily rate avg. 1278 €

The average daily rate is the mean of all daily rates from recent contracts of comparable freelancers on our platform.

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Median rate 1200 €

The median daily rate is the middle value of all daily rates — half of comparable freelancers charge less, half charge more. Unlike the average, it is barely affected by outliers.

Calculated based on our freelancers’ daily rates as of 27 Aug 2026. Actual rates may vary depending on seniority level, experience, skill specialization, project complexity, and engagement length.

About the role

Strategic Leadership in the Swiss Market

Interim Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland provide decisive leadership during times of transition, restructuring, or rapid growth. These seasoned executives step into organization structures to stabilize operations, redefine corporate strategies, and ensure continuity. They align local operations with global corporate goals while respecting the unique cultural and economic landscapes of the Swiss business environment.

Core Responsibilities of an Interim CEO

  • Executing urgent turnaround strategies and operational restructuring
  • Managing stakeholder relations, including boards of directors, investors, and regulatory bodies
  • Leading post-merger integration and corporate carve-outs
  • Driving digital transformation and modernizing legacy business models
  • Steering organizations through sudden leadership departures or crises

Navigating the Swiss Corporate Landscape

An experienced interim executive in Switzerland understands the regional dynamics across the German-speaking, French-speaking, and Italian-speaking cantons. They possess deep familiarity with Swiss labor laws, local compliance standards, and the high-value industries dominant in the region, such as pharmaceuticals, financial services, luxury goods, and advanced manufacturing. Their local network allows them to accelerate business development and build trust quickly with domestic partners.

When to Engage a Freelance Chief Executive Officer

Companies bring in a contract executive when facing sudden leadership vacancies, during planned CEO successions, or when steering a major corporate pivot. Instead of rushing a permanent hiring process, an interim leader keeps the momentum going, handles difficult restructuring tasks that a permanent hire might avoid, and prepares the organization for its next developmental phase.

Essential Leadership Competencies

  • Proven track record of executive leadership in Swiss SME or multinational environments
  • Exceptional financial acumen and experience in cost-optimization and capital allocation
  • Strong communication skills in German, French, or English to align diverse teams
  • Crisis management expertise and high emotional intelligence under pressure
  • Ability to quickly assess corporate health and implement decisive action plans

Collaboration and Integration

Freelance chief executives operate primarily on-site at Swiss headquarters to build trust, assess organizational culture, and lead teams directly. However, they combine this with hybrid flexibility for administrative and strategic planning tasks. They adapt rapidly to existing governance structures, working closely with the board of directors to deliver immediate, measurable impact from day one.

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Frequently asked questions

Need clarity? These are the questions we hear most often about Chief Executive Officers.

An interim Chief Executive Officer in Switzerland typically focuses on stabilization, change management, or strategic redirection. They manage daily operations, lead executive committees, and report directly to the board of directors. Their assignments are usually highly targeted, aiming to solve specific organizational challenges within a defined timeframe.

Unlike a permanent hire, an interim CEO is focused on immediate problem-solving, restructuring, or bridging a leadership gap rather than long-term career building. They bring an objective, unbiased perspective because they are free from internal company politics, allowing them to make tough decisions quickly and efficiently.

Swiss companies hire a freelance CEO to maintain business continuity during sudden departures, to lead complex transitions like acquisitions, or to execute rapid turnarounds. This approach provides the organization with immediate executive-level expertise without the long search times and high commitment of a permanent executive search.

A top-tier interim executive in Switzerland is usually expected to be multilingual. Depending on the canton and company reach, fluency in Swiss German, French, or Italian combined with business-level English is crucial for managing local workforces, negotiating with Swiss authorities, and aligning with international stakeholders.

Yes, a freelance Chief Executive Officer is often specifically brought in to lead restructuring efforts. Because they have extensive experience with turnarounds and organizational change, they can implement cost-containment measures, optimize operations, and realign business units with minimal disruption.

The success of an interim business leader is measured against specific, pre-defined milestones established with the board of directors. These typically include financial metrics, the successful completion of a merger, the launch of a new business unit, or the smooth transition of power to a permanent successor.

While applicable to any sector, an interim executive director is highly sought after in Swiss sectors undergoing rapid change, such as biotechnology, fintech, manufacturing, and traditional banking. Family-owned Swiss SMEs also frequently use them during generational succession planning.

A professional interim leader prioritizes succession planning from the beginning of their mandate. They document strategic initiatives, stabilize operations, and actively assist the board in onboarding the permanent successor to ensure all knowledge and operational momentum are transferred seamlessly.

The average hourly rate for Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland is 160 €, which corresponds to a daily rate of about 1,278 € based on an 8-hour working day.

Of the freelancers working as Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland, 88% hold at least a Bachelor's degree, 56% hold at least a Master's degree, and 6% hold a doctorate.

On average, freelancers working as Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland have 25 years of professional experience, with a single engagement typically lasting around 3.4 years.

The most common languages among freelancers working as Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland are English (100%), German (95%), and Italian (57%).

The most common industries among freelancers working as Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland are Information Technology (76%), Professional Services (76%), and Banking and Finance (48%).

The most common business areas among freelancers working as Chief Executive Officers in Switzerland are Project Management (81%), Strategy (81%), and Information Technology (76%).

FRATCH Chief Executive Officers main locations

Our freelancers and interim experts are at home across the DACH region — available on-site in the major business hubs or fully remote. Choose a location to discover matched specialists, local market insights and up-to-date availability.

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