Dr. Damian Zech

Dr. Damian Zech is an experienced board member and executive with over 20 years of leadership in CEO and COO roles across Switzerland and internationally in the financial services industry. He has a strong track record in driving strategic transformation, strengthening governance, and creating long-term value.

As a board member and advisor, Damian combines deep expertise in strategy, risk, and organizational development with a pragmatic focus on execution and results. He is recognized for effectively aligning shareholders, boards, and management to ensure strategic success in complex and competitive markets.

Beyond his board mandates, Damian is an active private investor in early-stage ventures and a member of the Start Angle Network (SAN) – a boutique Swiss investor club that often acts as lead investor for promising Swiss startups. Through his investment activities, he supports and coaches innovative entrepreneurs in building up businesses and organizations for growth. 

Having lived and worked in Switzerland, the USA, and the UK, Damian brings a global mindset and the agility to navigate diverse, cross-cultural environments. He holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Zurich, is an McKinsey&Co and  INSEAD alumnus, and is certified in Corporate Governance.