Switzerland
Innovative, dynamic, and forward-thinking professional with multiple years of successful project management experience in the fields of finance and digital transformation. A natural leader and valuable team contributor, enriched by a broad range of international experience. Specializes in solving problems with a focus on optimizing costs, accomplished by re-engineering business processes and enhancing organizational efficiency, all while maintaining robust business control. Demonstrates excellence in promoting cross-functional cooperation, with a strong work ethic, striving to deliver top-tier service quality.
Teranode Group specializes in delivering innovative, blockchain-based solutions for enterprise clients. Our expertise spans payments, identity management, immutable signatures, and entertainment—each designed to enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. By leveraging blockchain technology, we enable secure, transparent, and scalable solutions that foster growth and success.
Managed audit planning and execution, special investigations, compliance reviews related to the code of conduct, anti-money laundering prevention, fiscal and the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act compliance, as well as reporting to the company's Board and Executive Team..
Responsible for overseeing the development and deployment of open-source core components and developer tools that enable enterprises and developers to build scalable, blockchain-powered solutions. My role included managing projects end-to-end, from concept through execution, with a focus on delivering solutions that address real-world needs. I oversaw the integration and optimization of the development tools portfolio to support large-scale technology applications that require high transaction volumes, rapid transaction processing, low predictable fees, and data-rich functionality. In addition, I supported alignment of our product strategies with market trends, ensuring that our blockchain solutions are at the forefront of innovation, and capable of supporting diverse industries such as finance, supply chain management, and AI.
Key member of the central team, leading the digital transformation of Philip Morris consumer engagement programs including web, CRM, paid and social media, and SEO initiatives, all contributing towards amplifying the IQOS brand image. Mainly responsible for regular business performance reviews and pinpointing key areas for improvement to meet program and functional objectives as well as advising on investment allocation for programs/ projects, including evaluating new initiatives and benefit assessment.
Prepared monthly Leaf Inventory ($4B) Variance Analysis for the Balance Sheet, consolidated SVC analysis for all manufacturing plants. Key contributor to the annual Leaf Purchase Plan ($1-2B) with special focus on Balance Sheet and P&L impact analysis. Additionally, I assisted business owners in preparing Leaf Procurement Risk Assessments.
Prepared a Risk Assessment for a newly established Shared Service Center, planned and supervised SOX testing activities, and conducted internal controls reviews for key financial areas, including Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Treasury, and Financial Reporting.
Spearheaded the implementation of a new Travel & Expense system (Concur). This involved coordination with Regional Project Leads from Europe, Asia, and Latin America. I managed the project right from its inception, which included crafting a business case, selecting a suitable supplier, and contract negotiations, through to its successful completion. A significant part of my role was to redesign and standardize the T&E process, and to ensure alignment between the business process team, the IT team, and the supplier's configuration delivery team. Furthermore, I was solely responsible for formulating and executing Change Management and Stakeholder Management processes.