Stabio, Ticino, Switzerland
Strategic-minded Program Manager leading global IT infrastructure transformation across the US, Europe, and Asia. As Global Infrastructure Program Manager at Guess Europe, I drive cross-regional initiatives that enhance performance, standardization, and long-term operational resilience. My work focuses on elevating collaboration, governance, and predictability across a globally distributed organization. I lead programs that integrate innovation with disciplined execution, ensuring that local and transnational teams operate under a unified project governance model. I also coach team leaders and support technical teams in driving consistent delivery, structured planning, and proactive risk–opportunity evaluation. I bring together strategic leadership, process design, and cross-regional coordination to align business priorities, global IT standards, and sustainable transformation. 🔹 Global infrastructure transformation and standardization initiatives 🔹 Unified governance for project management across multiple regions 🔹 Coaching and capability-building for project and technical teams 🔹 Cross-functional collaboration between engineering, business, and global stakeholders I believe that trust, clarity, and systems thinking are the foundations of effective leadership in global environments. My goal is to build structures, processes, and teams capable of sustaining long-term, predictable, and scalable impact. Core areas: ✔️ Global Program & Project Governance ✔️ IT Infrastructure Transformation ✔️ Risk, Compliance & Operational Resilience ✔️ Cross-Regional Collaboration & Leadership Open to connections and conversations on global strategy, technology leadership, and innovation-driven transformation.
Strategic Program Manager leading global IT infrastructure transformation across the US, Europe, and Asia. I oversee cross-regional programs aimed at improving performance, standardization, and operational resilience. I drive the creation of a unified project governance model, enhance cross-regional collaboration, and support technical teams through structured planning, execution control, and risk–opportunity assessment. Key contributions: Established global project governance and standardized delivery methodologies Strengthened collaboration across distributed teams, improving predictability and execution quality Supported infrastructure innovation programs across multiple regions (US, EU, Asia) Coached leaders and technical teams to elevate project maturity and alignment with global strategy Core strengths: Global program governance, IT infrastructure transformation, cross-functional leadership, operational resilience.
As Local CISO for the Swiss branch, I operate under the supervision of the Regional (Europe) and Group CISO, with full responsibility for information security, regulatory compliance, and business continuity at the national level. Key responsibilities: • Coordinating activities related to information security and risk management • Overseeing the Information Security Management System (ISMS) in accordance with ISO/IEC 27001 • Supporting the maintenance of the ISO 9001 Quality Management System • Drafting, updating, and monitoring local security policies, aligned with European and global group directives • Supporting internal and external audits (compliance, security, quality) • Collaborating across departments (HR, IT, Operations, General Management) • Ensuring business continuity and managing incident response processes Value delivered: • Successfully aligned the local security plan with ALTEN Group’s European standards • Strengthened IT governance and internal awareness on security-related matters • Provided strategic input to audit and certification processes
As Technical Unit Manager, I lead high-impact IT project and consulting activities across Switzerland, supporting clients in regulated industries through a combination of technical expertise, client engagement, and operational leadership. My role involves both strategic and hands-on contributions, with flexibility to operate across locations and business needs. Key Responsibilities: • Technical and consulting management of IT projects in areas such as information security, IT governance, software development, and modern workplace • Direct client interaction to define requirements, roadmaps, and implementation strategies • Operational coordination with local and international teams • On-site support at various client locations across Switzerland and abroad • Support to senior management in task allocation and alignment of project needs with available expertise • Contribution to the visibility, continuity, and effectiveness of the technical delivery unit Value Delivered: • High adaptability and reliability in managing technically demanding assignments • Strengthened client relationships and trust in ALTEN's capabilities • Integration of day-to-day operations with a strategic delivery vision
As Competence Center Leader for Software Development, I served as a cross-functional technical advisor supporting both internal and client-facing projects. My focus was on enhancing the quality and consistency of software solutions, aligning technology choices with business objectives, and contributing to the company's commercial positioning. Key responsibilities: • Supporting the definition of technical requirements in proposals and public tenders • Drafting technical documentation for bids and commercial offers • Selecting technologies and development standards, with a focus on C#, Microsoft Cloud, and DevOps practices • Estimating workload and resource requirements for project implementation • Evaluating technical and commercial risks and defining mitigation strategies • Advising delivery teams during the implementation phase Value delivered: • Strengthened the technical quality and competitiveness of commercial proposals • Improved standardization across software projects • Enhanced alignment between technical delivery and business strategy
At Wolters Kluwer, I served as Tech Lead and Software Architect in the transition program toward Genya, the new cloud-native tax platform designed to replace legacy systems used by external clients. I was responsible for technical architecture, team coordination, and automation of migration processes, with a strong focus on scalability and operational efficiency. Key responsibilities: • Designed the software architecture and redefined core modules in the .NET environment • Provided technical leadership to the development team and supported migration and integration phases • Estimated workload and resource planning, collaborating with product management • Optimized ETL and automation processes using Talend • Managed the development lifecycle through TFS, using a stack based on .NET, SQL Server, and Visual Studio Value delivered: • Successfully migrated 90% of legacy clients to the new platform • Reduced manual intervention by 85% through architectural redesign and process automation • Enabled a smooth transition from legacy systems to modern infrastructure, improving productivity and service quality
At fabbricadigitale, I held a hybrid role combining technical architecture, project management, and team leadership, with full ownership of a software product development initiative from design to delivery. I was responsible for launching an innovative software platform with a strong research and development focus. Key responsibilities: • Defined the system architecture, selected technologies, and designed modular components • Led the development team, providing guidance, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring code quality • Managed the project lifecycle, from planning to delivery, including client communication and timeline control • Conducted demos in collaboration with internal Product Owners and external partners • Contributed to the design of XuniTalk, a proprietary XML-based programming language • Implemented Autonomic Computing concepts to enable a next-generation low-code platform Value generated: • Delivered a cutting-edge platform integrating advanced technologies for low-code application development • Enabled innovation through strong R&D activities, generating interest from leading international hardware and electronics partners • Combined technical vision, team management, and client engagement to ensure successful product rollout