Philipp Meier

CEO | Board Director | M&A & Digital Transformation Leader | Scaling Language Technology & ICT Companies

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

About

International CEO with proven M&A & transformation track record and Board Director with more than 20 years of leadership in the Language Service Industry, ICT, and Professional Services. My focus: M&A, Digital Transformation, and Scaling – always with a strong commitment to sustainable growth and customer value. As CEO of Apostroph Group, I have successfully led acquisitions and integrations, developed new customer-centric services, and positioned the group for the future through digitalisation and automation. Clients in Banking, Insurance, Healthcare, and MedTech value my ability to translate complex requirements into scalable, high-quality solutions. What sets me apart: entrepreneurial mindset, proven strategy-to-execution expertise, and the ability to lead international teams to peak performance in competitive markets. I combine financial and analytical expertise with a deep understanding of customer expectations, service excellence, and innovation. I help companies and boards achieve sustainable growth through smart acquisitions, seamless integration, and digital transformation. My ambition is not only to change structures but to create measurable value for clients, shareholders, and stakeholders alike. If you are looking for a partner in growth, transformation, and long-term value creation, I would be glad to connect.

Experience

  • Member of the Board of Advisors at LAN Computer Systems AG
    Jul 2023 - Present · 3 yrs

    Strategic Board responsibility for ICT, digitalisation and system integration. Driving innovation & governance to ensure long-term competitiveness and sustainable growth. Bringing 20+ years of CEO & M&A experience to strengthen strategic direction & execution.

  • Apostroph Switzerland - Language Intelligence (Full-time · 15 yrs 11 mos)
    • Managing Partner Group & Managing Director Apostroph Switzerland
      Apr 2017 - Present · 9 yrs 3 mos

      Drove Swiss market growth and strengthened market share. Established Key Account Management structures for Banking, Insurance & Healthcare clients. Achieved double-digit revenue growth through digital services and process automation. Built a scalable operating model with strong focus on Customer Experience & efficiency.

    • CEO
      Aug 2010 - Mar 2017 · 6 yrs 8 mos

      Transformed a traditional translation agency into a Language Intelligence company. Expanded services, driving revenue and profitability growth. Several company acquisitions and integrations. Introduced SaaS-based workflows to automate translation processes.

  • Managing Director at BST Europe Ltd
    Apr 2004 - May 2010 · 6 yrs 2 mos

    Built and managed the European subsidiary. Developed new sales channels, delivering +120% revenue growth in 3 years. Secured and grew seven Tier-1 banking & insurance clients across Europe.

  • Director at BST Banking Software Training AG
    Jan 2002 - May 2010 · 8 yrs 5 mos

    Led Sales, Business Development & Key Account Management. Won major international banking clients and implemented large-scale rollouts. Strengthened market positioning via strategic partnerships & licensing deals.

  • Project Manager at Julius Baer
    1998 - 2001 · 3 yrs

    Managed projects in Vendor Management & Market Analysis. Oversaw cost control & contract negotiations worth millions. Streamlined procurement processes, achieving significant cost savings on data and technology cost.