About Christophe
Born and raised in the French-speaking region of Switzerland (Canton Vaud), I grew up in an entrepreneurial family that instilled in me the values of hard-work, integrity and strong business ethics. From a young age, I was exposed to self-reliance, shaping my dedication, perseverance, and sense of responsibility.
I am an enthusiastic and results-driven professional with 20 years of experience spanning from high-tech test and measurement industries to specialized manufacturing SMEs. Over the past 8 years, as Vice General Manager of a leading industrial SME, I played a major role in achieving CHF 50 million turnover with over 25% operating profit.
Recognized as a hands-on leader with a humble approach, I am passionate about empowering teams and driving sustainable growth. My leadership style is rooted in respect for an organization’s heritage while fostering a forward-thinking vision to ensure long-term success.
MY SEARCH
I am seeking a well-established, family-owned company active in manufacturing or engineering of electronic or mechanical products. Particularly those targeting industries such as test and measurement, automation or hydraulics.
The desired company would be based in Switzerland, preferably with an international presence, or potential for expansion. It should have technical knowhow and substantial competitive advantage within its industry or sector.
My ideal scenario involves collaborating with a company owner with shared values and vision, ensuring a smooth transition. I am particularly interested in businesses with potential for growth, operational efficiency improvement, and value creation.
Market segments include
- Manufacturing
- Engineering
- Electronic
- Mechanical Products
My contribution
Throughout my career I have built a proven track record of increasing responsibility, culminating in leadership roles in operations management. Most recently, I lead the strategic vision and execution of a $50 million business, managing cross-functional teams, driving innovation projects, and implementing strategies to achieve 15% YoY growth and 25% profitability.
While the approach will depend on the company’s unique needs, my expertise in value creation strategy, business development, and operational management will form the foundation of my contributions. My focus will be on embracing opportunities for innovation, sales expansion, and operational optimization.
My goal is to honor the legacy of the business by ensuring continuity, while empowering the organization to achieve its next phase of growth and evolution.
Key Skills
Vision
Commited to Success
Empowering Leader
Value Creation
Customer Oriented
NCA Searchers
Novastone Capital Advisors (NCA) is a global firm that solves succession challenges faced by small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through our Operator-Led Search Fund Program.
