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I am an international senior executive and strategic advisor with 35+ years of experience guiding entrepreneurs, boards, family offices, UHNW clients, and senior decision-makers across finance, governance, luxury ecosystems, media, and strategic partnerships.
I excel at high-level relationship management, complex negotiations, commercial design and executive advisory, combining institutional financial expertise with entrepreneurial leadership and hands-on media platform development. I thrive at the intersection of business, editorial positioning, luxury relationships, and strategic collaboration.
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
Language
German
Fluent
English
Fluent
Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Work Experience
Chief Executive Officer & Partner at Premier Suisse Estates LLC
January 1, 2013 - PresentEntrepreneurial advisory and investment platform focused on real estate, private capital, strategic partnerships, and senior-level advisory services. Strategic Advisory & Partnership Development: advising entrepreneurs, investors, and international stakeholders on strategic, commercial, and organizational matters; governance, growth, succession, and transformation; high-level relationships and international collaborations. Commercial & Transaction Experience: generated high-value mandates and transactions exceeding CHF 130M; led negotiations and stakeholder coordination in complex international projects. Network & Business Development: built and maintained an international network across finance, real estate, family offices, and private investment sectors; positioned as senior sparring partner for entrepreneurs, investors, and leadership teams.
Founder & Host at Sci Tech Suisse Podcast & Lifestyle
January 1, 2022 - PresentFounder and operator of an international podcast and media platform focused on innovation, AI, technology, education, business, lifestyle, and global thought leadership. Editorial & Media Platform Development: developed editorial positioning, content strategy, and audience engagement; conducted interviews and discussions with international experts, entrepreneurs, and innovators. Production & Strategic Positioning: coordinated production workflows, content planning, and platform development; managed balance between editorial integrity, audience positioning, and commercial opportunities; developed strategic partnerships and collaborations within innovation and business ecosystems. Audience & Brand Engagement: contributed to audience growth and international visibility through digital media and cross-border communication; established credibility in media, storytelling, and executive communication.
Head of International Wealth Management at BNY Mellon
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2013Led international UHNW and Family Office business with approximately USD 15B AUM; advised senior clients on governance, strategic structuring, and international wealth frameworks; managed complex cross-border relationships and executive-level stakeholder engagement; oversaw strategic mandates and transactions exceeding USD 1B.
Co-Founder at C-PAX LLC
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010Co-founded advisory boutique focused on strategic transformation and organizational development; supported leadership teams in positioning, growth strategy, and business development; assisted clients in executive assessment and key-role development.
Head of Business Development at Bemberg Family Office
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006Strategic advisor to ownership and leadership structures; supported governance and investment organization development; built and managed relationships with external partners and advisors.
Global Head, Key Clients at UBS
January 1, 1994 - January 1, 2004Managed relationships with UHNW clients representing CHF 50B+ in assets; built and led a global platform for Family Office relationships; advised entrepreneurs and senior stakeholders on governance, succession, and strategic positioning; worked closely with international decision-makers and ownership structures.
Investment Strategy & International Portfolio Management at DWS Group (formerly Deutsche Asset Management)
January 1, 1988 - January 1, 1994Investment strategy and international portfolio management; early career experience in international private banking development.
International Private Banking Development at DZ Bank
January 1, 1984 - January 1, 1988International private banking development; helped expand cross-border services and client relationships.
Corporate Banking Program at J.P. Morgan
January 1, 1982 - January 1, 1984Corporate Banking Program including Harvard Business School modules; foundational experience in corporate finance and banking.
Member of the Board of Directors at AZEK
January 1, 1999 - December 31, 2002Strategic advisory and governance support; contributed to institutional development and organizational positioning.
Investment Strategy & Portfolio Management at DWS Group (formerly Deutsche Asset Management)
January 1, 1988 - December 31, 1994Investment strategy and international portfolio management.
Education
Dr. iur. at University of Vienna, Austria
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026MBA at Thunderbird School of Global Management, USA
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026Executive Program at Harvard Business School, USA
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026Qualifications
Dr. iur.
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026MBA
January 11, 2030 - May 10, 2026Executive Program
September 1, 1983 - June 29, 1984Harvard B School Corporate Banking Management program
Industry Experience
Financial Services, Real Estate & Construction, Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet
Experience Level
Expert
Intermediate
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