When Marc graduated from the University of Lausanne, the path ahead wasn’t immediately clear. He joined a consulting company where he explored different industries like telecoms, technology, and car manufacturing – but something was missing. “I wanted to do something that had meaning and contributed to value in a positive way,” he recalls.
That clarity came when he began working in projects supporting pharmaceutical clients during his early consulting career.
Marc chose to help build something different; a company where aspiration and people came first. “I didn’t found the company, but I’ve had the unique opportunity to shape its growth and future. That’s why I’m still here.”
Marc finds motivation not only in client impact, but in the company itself. “We’re not just helping clients. We’re providing meaningful jobs to around 70 people. That’s what keeps me going, even during challenging times.”
One of the most pivotal moments in Marc’s journey came in 2008, when a business decision nearly jeopardized the company’s future. “We tried to diversify and develop a software, but it almost bankrupted us,” he shares candidly. Rather than shifting the burden onto employees, the Partners took responsibility. “We reduced our salaries for a year to preserve the team. We were honest about the situation, and we cared deeply about the people."
Marc sees that moment as an inflection point. “Fairness is really important to me. Owning up to our responsibilities and preserving the team was the right thing to do."
Marc is energized by the team Executive Insight has built. “Everyone is of high caliber. I’m part of the recruiting team, and it’s exciting to see how people now want to be here. We used to have to ‘beg’ – and now we attract amazing talent.”
Marc also reflects on the future of the team built so far: “The number of people who can be part of the Leadership in the future is very strong and has never been stronger. This is exciting!”
He’s also aware of the challenges ahead. “The industry is evolving rapidly. Consolidation in the pharma services space and the rise of AI are driving structural change. Consulting in 5 years won’t look like it does today and our company will be different as a result.”
But Marc is confident in the company’s ability to adapt.
