Executive Leader in Risk and Capital Strategy
for Global Financial Istitutions
Executive leader with over 15 years of experience in finance and risk management at top global financial institutions, including UBS and Credit Suisse.
Over the past decade I have held top executive positions, steering capital frameworks in operational and credit risk across multiple international regulatory regimes – among them Switzerland’s FINMA, the US Federal Reserve and the UK’s PRA.
During that time I built and personally led high-performing teams, implemented more than 20 strategically important initiatives and streamlined core processes in pricing, risk control and regulatory capital. The results: infrastructure and staffing savings worth millions of Swiss francs and the release of up to 20% of capital reserves for further strategic investments amounting to billions of francs. Accustomed to fast-moving, complex environments, I regard strategic focus, stakeholder management and the capacity to perform under pressure as critical success factors.
My professional approach rests on three principles for sustainable value creation:
The foundation of my work is deep knowledge of financial management and risk control gained in demanding global-bank settings. A PhD in mathematics and post-doc in econometrics equip me to navigate complex challenges with analytical precision for lasting solutions.
Throughout my finance career, I have consistently launched entrepreneurial initiatives within complex strategic and regulatory frameworks, balancing innovation and compliance. This foundation has evolved into creating tangible value through concrete business partnerships.
I translate strategy into concrete, functional and sustainable products and services that deliver measurable value. Through strategic partnerships and empowering young teams with targeted training, I ensure every solution lasts well beyond my active involvement.
My career is a journey from abstract logic to concrete solutions,
applying analytical rigor to create tangible value in the real world.
PHD PROJECT AND THESIS
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PhD Thesis: Short-Time Fourier Transform and Modulation Spaces in Algebras of Generalized Functions
University of Vienna Initiative College: Time-Frequency and Microlocal Analysis
Austrian Science Fund FWF START-project: Nonlinear Distributional Geometry
DUTIES AND PROJECTS
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Teaching Assistant
Research Project: Generalized Factor Models
Quantitative Optimization of Goods Allocation for a Retail Chain
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Developed and validated quantitative credit risk models.
Performed stress testing and portfolio analysis.
Contributed to the enhancement of risk methods and analytics.
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Designed FINMA-conform Internal Rating Based models.
Established reverse stress testing, saving CHF 100K+ fees.
Developed pricing model for CHF 550m AT1 bond launch.
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Automation to reduce reporting timelines from days to hours.
Streamlined regulatory reporting, saving 50K+ in costs.
Consistency across ICS, RCSA and Risk Appetite frameworks.
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Released CHF 1bn+ and CHF 10bn+ in capital and RWA.
Freed up 2 FTE and saved CHF 100K+/Y through optimization.
Saved 500K+ costs through internal strategic implementation.
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Saved CHF 500K+ costs through execution efficiencies.
Enhanced legal risk assessment and freed CHF 2.5bn+ capital.
Streamlined risk appetite and reduced limits by CHF 2bn+.
My career is a journey from abstract logic to concrete solutions,
applying analytical rigor to create tangible value in the real world.
PHD PROJECT AND THESIS
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PhD Thesis: Short-Time Fourier Transform and Modulation
Spaces in Algebras of Generalized Functions
DUTIES AND PROJECTS
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Project: Generalized Factor Models
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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EBA-conform advanced Operational Risk capital model.
Developed Global Credit Risk Stress Testing Model.
Automated credit risk reports for all key business units.
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Designed FINMA-conform Internal Rating Based models.
Established reverse stress testing, saving CHF 100K+ fees.
Developed pricing model for CHF 550m AT1 bond launch.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Automation to reduce reporting timelines from days to hours.
Streamlined regulatory reporting, saving 50K+ in costs.
Consistency across ICS, RCSA and Risk Appetite frameworks.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Released CHF 1bn+ and CHF 10bn+ in capital and RWA.
Freed up 2 FTE and saved CHF 100K+/Y through optimization.
Saved 500K+ costs through internal strategic implementation.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
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Saved CHF 500K+ costs through execution efficiencies.
Enhanced legal risk assessment and freed CHF 2.5bn+ capital.
Streamlined risk appetite and reduced limits by CHF 2bn+.
Success has never been about going it alone – its true impact lies in added value through meaningful partnerships
Drawing on many years in fi nance and risk management, I have broadened my scope through personal investments in profi table projects with clear social impact. A key motivation is the growing challenge facing older adults. Studies show that seniors are often marginalized when it comes to innovations and products tailored to their daily needs. Limited mobility, affecting not only the elderly but also an increasing number of people with chronic illnesses, deserves special attention.
Across industries I have encountered many outstanding ideas whose market failure stemmed not from product quality but from unclear communication, underdeveloped marketing strategy and the absence of a distinctive brand identity. Market success depends as much on how a product is presented, positioned and promoted as on the product itself. Branding strategy, guided promotion and clear communication with target groups directly affect profitability and long-term sustainability.
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Based in Kreuzlingen, Switzerland.
Available for partnerships globally.
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