Meet the Experts
Driving innovation in AI and digitalization with Swiss precision and expertise
Santiago Walliser
PhDc, Quantitative Finance
Co-Founder
Santiago bridges the gap between business strategy and technical reality. He helps our clients identify AI opportunities and develops the roadmap for implementation. He designs solutions that integrate seamlessly into existing or new systems. This creates a high-performance foundation for AI applications that directly automate workflows and enable more precise business decisions. Parallel to his professional work, he is finalizing his PhD in AI at the University of Zurich; he previously completed his Master's degree in the top 4.7%.
Lars Stauffenegger
M.A., Banking & Finance
Co-Founder
Lars leads the development of tech platforms, drawing on his expertise in data, business, and software. With a strong analytical foundation, he has evolved into diverse roles, empowering companies to bridge business and technology. Lars holds a Master's in Banking & Finance from the University of St. Gallen, with a focus on technology-driven business models.
Michel Chapuis
PhD, Economics
Strategic Advisor
Michel is a senior leader with over 16 years of experience in financial services, specializing in strategy, business development and corporate venturing. As an advisory board member at Lean FS, he contributes to shaping the company's business model and refining service offerings to drive sustainable growth. By providing strategic expertise and leveraging his Industry experience, he helps position Lean FS as an industry leader and building strategic partnerships. Michel holds a PhD in Economics.
David Tschan
Computer Science
Head of Technology
David is a skilled full-stack developer with over 9 years of experience in software development. He specializes in SaaS solutions and consulting, covering the full development value chain. He contributes to high-quality web applications and digital products. David studied computer science at ZHAW.
Isabel Burger
Marketing Manager HF
Head of Marketing
Isabel drives impactful digital marketing strategies with years of experience across industry and agency environments. She played a key role in transforming a traditional agency into a digital consultancy. Isabel specializes in results-driven digital marketing. She holds a degree in marketing management from a Swiss higher technical school.
Boris Vasilenko
MSc, Computer Science
Senior Software Engineer
Boris works on backend systems with a strong focus on complex calculations and scalable architectures. He designs robust logic and data flows that perform reliably under high load and growing product requirements.
Mohammed Banani
Computer Science
Software Engineer
Mohammed builds polished front ends for web apps and digital products. He turns complex requirements into clean, responsive interfaces for desktop, iPad, and mobile, and improves UX through rapid prototyping and a strong eye for design.
Aditeya Gupta
BSc, Econometrics and Operations Research
Junior AI Researcher
Aditeya works on developing AI-powered solutions that specifically improve decision-making processes in complex business environments. His focus is on designing interpretable, efficient, and reliable models to drive data-driven innovation across various business sectors. He is currently completing his Master's degree in Quantitative Finance at ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich. With his background in econometrics, quantitative methods, and AI research, Aditeya combines cutting-edge analytical methods with practical applications in business.
Marco Fernandez
MSc, Mathematics and Foundations of Computer Science
Senior AI Specialist
Marco has diverse technical degrees from the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge, over a decade of professional experience, and several years of international management experience in finance, IT, and artificial intelligence. His focus lies in prototyping data science and AI solutions, testing, and thorough evaluation.
Stefan Huber
PhD, Speech Signal Processing
Senior AI Specialist
Stefan specializes in modular machine learning frameworks and AI, aligning scientific advancements with business goals. With over 21 years of experience, he has led major AI and voice technology projects, designing scalable solutions for voice processing and natural language understanding. He holds a PhD in Speech Signal Processing.
Anton Aleynikov
MSc, Quantitative Finance
Junior AI Specialist
Anton supports the development of AI models, empowering clients to make informed, data-driven decisions. With several years of experience in data-driven consulting, he leverages advanced data science techniques to uncover actionable insights. Anton holds a joint Master's in Quantitative Finance at ETH Zurich and the University of Zurich.
Philippe Rogger
Computer Science
AI Specialist
Philippe develops and automates digital solutions that make work more efficient and secure. As a career changer with a background in the construction sector, he combines technical expertise with practical industry insight. With his interest in psychology and his focus on software freedom and data protection, he designs solutions that are intuitive, reliable, and future-proof. Philippe studied computer science at ZHAW and cybersecurity at FFHS in Zurich.
Frederik Wetzel
MSc, Business and Economics
Operations Expert
Fredi is an entrepreneur with extensive experience in operational processes and strategic marketing. He has founded multiple startups and specializes in AI-driven digital solutions that support scalable growth. With a background in marketing and strategic management, he brings a pragmatic, entrepreneurial perspective to innovation and value creation.
Lukas Hitz
PhD, Finance
Risk Modeling Expert
Lukas specializes in quantitative risk models, optimization, and the integration of sustainability data into practical client solutions. He brings deep experience from applied research and real-world implementations. Lukas holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Basel, with a research focus on uncertainties in capital markets.
Anna Vasileva
PhD, Banking & Finance
Sustainability Expert
Anna brings advanced research expertise to data-driven sustainability topics. She advises and develops practical solutions at the intersection of sustainability data and data analysis. She holds a PhD in behavioral and sustainable finance from the University of Zurich.
Daniel Fink
MSc, Quantum Machine Learning
Cloud Platform Expert
Daniel designs modern architectures for data-driven platforms and cloud services. He has over nine years of professional experience at Siemens and TeamViewer, specializing in the Microsoft technology stack. His academic background includes advanced research in quantum computing and machine learning, as well as a Master's degree with honors in simulation technology from the University of Stuttgart.
Proven Practice, Academic Edge
Our team combines hands-on expertise from renowned companies with knowledge from leading universities, including doctoral candidates and researchers, ensuring that the latest academic insights drive our solutions.