Adliswil, Zurich, Switzerland
I optimize what exists, build what's next, and envision what redefines the industry, then I ship all three. Full-spectrum innovation leadership for Fortune 100 companies where the stakes are high and the playbook rarely exists. My edge: I lead across Product, Project, and Change, building teams and capabilities that ship. And when momentum stalls? I roll up my sleeves. I've built the financial models, mapped the processes, and sat in contract negotiations when that's what it took to unblock the path. 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝: → 5+ innovation programs shipped | $70M+ new revenue within 3 years of launch → Cut time-to-market by 50% using Lean Startup and Strategyzer methods → Co-built PMO framework with stage-gate governance, increased visibility, success rate, and discipline to kill early → Led 5 direct reports | 88% employee satisfaction | Programs with 200+ cross-functional contributors → Revived a 5-year stalled project, rebuilt the business case, launched in 9 months → Transformed B2B to B2B2B2C, architected a digital platform ecosystem that redefined value chain engagement I thrive in regulated industries where "move fast" means "call legal first." R&D, finance, legal, IT, operations, marketing, I speak the language and build the bridges. That cross-functional fluency transforms innovation theater into top-line growth. 𝐌𝐲 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐨𝐩𝐡𝐲: Psychological safety, honest feedback, real ownership, and humor, because laughter breaks down silos faster than any org chart redesign. See how I work: www.stephaneritty.com Building something ambitious? Let's connect.
Set product strategy and led end-to-end execution for a health ecosystem platform at seed stage, working across product and fundraising in a highly regulated environment. Key Achievements: •Health Ecosystem Platform: Defined and locked strategy for a multi-sided ecosystem platform connecting patients, doctors, and hospitals •Patient App: Shipped iOS and Android pilot in 3 months •Hospital B2B: Supported early traction with Swiss health institutions through product strategy and narrative •Capital: Active contributor to seed raise strategy and investor narrative
Trialize is a revolutionary all-in-one Clinical Trial Operating System that transforms how research organizations operate, unifying every aspect of clinical trials (EDC, eCOA, lab integrations, RTSM, eConsent, and beyond) within a single, beautifully designed environment. What makes it revolutionary: • AI-powered speed: Protocol file to fully configured study builds in 12 minutes (live-demoed at Swiss Biotech Days 2025), transforming weeks of manual work into minutes • Simple, predictable pricing: Per-phase pricing regardless of site or patient count—eliminating cost uncertainty • Workflow automation: Automate entire clinical workflows directly within the platform, dramatically reducing operational overhead • Unified data warehouse: All trial data accessible in one place, eliminating fragmented systems and enabling real-time insights • Intuitive design: Enterprise-grade power with consumer-grade ease of adoption Seamlessly connects with any legacy system, empowering organizations to take complete control of their clinical operations and scale effortlessly from startup to enterprise.
• Led commercial strategy for AI-powered SaaS Clinical Trial Operating System: developed business plan, financial projections, and market positioning for engineering-heavy founding team • Delivered pitch on stage at Swiss Innovation Challenge, securing top-20 placement out of 100+ participants • Advised SaaS CRO and diagnostics startups on go-to-market strategy, product positioning, and commercialization • Completed MIT xPRO AI Products & Services Program (exemplary assignment and outstanding capstone evaluation) • Built AI health applications and deepened expertise in commercializing complex AI/automation solutions in regulated B2B environments
Led NPI portfolio & transformation in highly regulated environments, stepping across Product, operations, finance, and other functions to maintain momentum. Consistently grounded innovation in customer evidence and robust business cases, replacing wishful thinking with data-driven value maximization. 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐀𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬: • 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐚𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞: Revived a 5-year stalled project by rebuilding the business plan around validated customer needs, designing GTM strategy, and achieving 3-year revenue targets with innovative patient adherence solutions • 𝐉𝐮𝐬𝐭-𝐢𝐧-𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐋𝐚𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠: Delivered a pre-sold solution, built business model and operational process from scratch in 3 months, cutting process time 80% (26 → 5 days) and achieving 99%+ on-time delivery •𝐑𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Transformed a $40M business (Sales to Rental) in 9 months after a decade of failed attempts. Redesigned operating model, led strategic negotiations, and mapped processes that became organizational reference • 𝐒𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲: Realigned a year-late project within 1 month, maintaining scope, time, and cost while rebuilding team morale • 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Implemented evidence-based frameworks with Product Executives, reducing time-to-launch by 50% and de-risking GTM strategy • 𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬: Led Decentralized Clinical Trials Expansion (Direct-to-Patient), EU OTC Pharmacy Setup, Trial-in-a-Box, and major digital transformation initiatives (ERP/TMS) 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩: • Coached project managers on innovation management, fostering high-trust culture through psychological safety, honest feedback, and employee autonomy • Oversaw project portfolio to ensure alignment with scope, schedule, and budget • Achieved 88/100 Employee Engagement Score while delivering transformational outcomes in a risk-averse industry
In this dual role, I successfully balanced responsibilities within the core business (exploit) and the innovation space (explore). Product Marketing Manager (60%): • Led product marketing efforts, driving go-to-market strategies and positioning the product for success • Managed a portfolio of 2 application segment with a revenue size of $55 million in EMEA • Developed and executed marketing campaigns, increasing brand awareness and customer engagement • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and competitive landscape, informing product development and marketing strategies • Collaborated with sales teams to create compelling sales materials and support lead generation efforts • Launched new services in a very conservative and regulated industry, navigating complex compliance requirements and achieving market penetration Digital Program Leader (40%): • Pioneered a disruptive B2B PaaS solution, securing 5 pre-sales leads with major customers, boosting volume expectations compared to the traditional model • Cultivated and sustained strategic C-level partnerships, leading to the adoption of a new operating model that expanded business opportunities with over 100 companies • Built an ecosystem of 5 different player types, fostering a collaborative and innovative environment • Directed a global cross-functional team, ensuring seamless collaboration and project success • Served as Product Owner, overseeing cloud-based implementations and enhancing UI/UX/CX Additional Self-Assigned Initiatives: • Directed a sustainability academy cohort, laying the foundation for a sustainability and circular economy business strategy
In this dual role, I had to solve a key business problem (finding why a new product that was supposed to be the blockbuster didn't sell) while also supporting the marketing team efforts in one market segment. Strategic Planning Manager (70%): • Conducted in-depth strategic diagnostic within a complex, regulated industry (chemical construction value chain), leading to significant organizational changes and a transformative digitalization initiative that opened my next role • Managed marketing plans and go-to-market strategies for two application segments, valued at €55M in revenue Product Marketing Manager (30%): • Led product marketing efforts, driving go-to-market strategies and positioning the product for success. • Managed a portfolio for one application segment with a revenue size of $27 million in EMEA • Developed and executed marketing campaigns, increasing brand awareness and customer engagement • Conducted market research to identify customer needs and competitive landscape, informing product development and marketing strategies • Collaborated with sales teams to create compelling sales materials and support lead generation efforts • Launched new services in a very conservative and regulated industry, navigating complex compliance requirements and achieving market penetration Additional Self-Assigned Initiatives: • Inclusion & Diversity Leader: Led inclusion and diversity activities, identifying organizational gaps in R&D via a business survey