Andre Wyss

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Global Head of Digital Workplace at Zurich Insurance

Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland

Overview

Andre is a Global IT Executive with over 30 years of experience leading digital workplace and infrastructure transformations in the insurance and aviation sectors. He specializes in designing scalable employee experiences that boost productivity, leveraging AI and cloud strategies. He holds executive education from the University of St. Gallen and Cranfield School of Management.

Outside of his corporate role, Andre is a proud father whose son has represented Switzerland in the Rugby European Championship for three consecutive years. He has a keen interest in the aviation industry, commenting on both emergency response situations and customer service standards.

Unique fact: He was a member of the emergency response team for two major airlines, responding directly to accident situations.

Personality Overview

Decisive

Achievment Oriented

Generous

They respond well to objective pitches but also attach some value to relationships.  They usually prefer to drive the conversation. They measure a product on its merit but can be influenced by strong testimonials.

Topics They Care About

Digital Workplace Strategy
His entire career, including current role at Zurich Insurance and past role at Emirates, is focused on improving employee productivity and collaboration through technology.
AI Strategy Adoption
Recently completed a certification in "Applying AI as a Tech Leader" and views GenAI as fundamental to becoming a leading digital insurer.
Hybrid Work Models
He is a key figure in implementing Zurich's "FlexWork" model, pioneering a global hybrid workplace to improve employee work-life balance and productivity.

Media Appearances

Andre has no verified media appearances

Work History

8-2022
Global Head of Digital Workplace at Zurich Insurance
7-2019 - 7-2022
Head of Digital Workplace at Emirates Group
1-2011 - 6-2019
Head of Infrastructure Technologies at Emirates Group
10-2007 - 12-2010
Head of Data Center Operations (Head of Technical Operations Center as of June 2008) at Emirates Group
7-2003 - 9-2007
IT Location Manager at PARTNER REINSURANCE COMPANY LTD ZURICH

Education

2016 - 2016
Executive Programme - Business Engineering Accelerated from University of St.Gallen
2011 - 2011
Executive Leadership Development Programme from Cranfield School of Management

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Exp : 31 Location : Zurich, Zurich, Switzerland Job Level : Mid-senior Designation : Global Head of Digital Workplace at Zurich Insurance
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Insights For Selling To Andre

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the big picture and the strategic value of your product
  • Refer to testimonials from well known people to highlight the value of your product
  • Acknowledge their status and position during the conversation

DONT's

  • Don’t keep repeating the same information, it could make them impatient
  • Don't be unorganized, be prepared for the pitch
  • Avoid focusing only on the product or its ROI, keep building trust subtly

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Andre is

  • Confidence in the product’s value is critical, followed by relationship and a sense of achievement.
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Andre

  • They will not hesitate to say no if they do not develop conviction.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Andre move?

  • They can take fast decisions if they develop conviction in the product and find you trustworthy.
  • Can Andre take some risk or not?

  • They have the capability of taking risky decisions if necessary.

You And Andre

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