Zurich, Switzerland: CapSys Group, a leading Life Sciences boutique consulting firm, is proud to announce the launch of the Accelerated Path to Partner (AP2P) program, an innovative initiative designed to further boost the unique value we deliver to clients.
For over a decade, the CapSys Group vision has been to deliver top-tier expertise and client service, on par with premium branded strategy firms, but with flexibility, transparency and value for clients that the major strategy firms cannot match. We can do so because we’ve grown a unique ecosystem of senior independent practitioners who federate with each other under the CapSys umbrella. The AP2P program is designed to push the “federated model” a step further by accelerating our ability to identify and develop new partners to support our expanding business.
The benefits for clients are clear and compelling:
- Enhanced access to a growing number of senior practitioners,
- Greater continuity across engagements and over the long-term,
- Positive network effects from a richer, more diverse partner base,
- More flexibility to scale up support without sacrificing expertise.
Furthermore, we believe the AP2P program positions us out in front of today’s GenAI-driven transformation of Life Sciences. As our clients fully integrate GenAI capabilities into their ways of working, their consulting needs will change. We believe our clients will expect:
- Small, elite teams rather than massive pyramids,
- On-demand talent instead of fixed benches,
- The seniority and expertise required to address truly strategic challenges.
We’re privileged to introduce here our first cohort of AP2P participants. They present a deep and diverse array of skills and expertise, so AP2P has been designed to offer a customized experience while ensuring participants can benefit immediately from opportunities provided by the program. The AP2P program includes:
- Group and 1-on-1 commercial skills training and coaching built around an Individual Development Plan,
- Access to the same tools, resources, and remuneration model incentives as equity Partners,
- Access to opportunities to build one’s own profile and network in the context of contributing to CapSys marketing and business development efforts (e.g. authoring white papers, serving on panel discussions, etc.),
- Participation in a close-knit CapSys Leadership Team – meetings, decision-making, activities and responsibilities, mutual support
Participation is by invitation only and is the outcome of a careful vetting and selection process. In line with our values, there is no “pay-to-play” element in the program.
The inaugural cohort of the Capsys Group Accelerated Path to Partner program
George Barnett
George is a CapSys Group senior advisor based in Silicon Valley, with broad hands-on experience with companies in all areas of technology – Life Sciences, software and hardware. He has over 20 years of experience in strategy consulting and in working with startups as an investor and entrepreneur (most recently as CEO of a seed stage biotech company). He is the author of “Know Your Capabilities” and The Strategy Toolkit newsletter.
Jacob Brauner
Jacob is based in Los Angeles and has over 15 years of consulting experience across diverse industries including Life Sciences. He has primarily focused on strategic and operational execution, including extensive experience with large-scale earnings improvement transformations. He has a particular interest in helping emerging biopharma companies integrate commercial strategy early to maximize value and probability of success.
Sandrine Gaillard
Sandrine brings 20 years of experience in the pharma and biotech industry. She began her career in Life Sciences strategy consulting with Monitor Group and then joined the industry, holding both operational and strategic roles of increasing responsibility, the most recent ones being General Manager DACH, Head of North & Central Europe and Head of Global Commercial. More recently, Sandrine has started to work with clinical-stage biotech companies, where she brings commercial acumen to round out pipeline development strategies.
Patrick Koller
Patrick is an advisor to top management with 30+ years of experience in strategy consulting, marketing and sales. The special focus of his expertise lies in developing winning strategies by making critical decisions based on robust customer insights and transforming organizations towards customer centricity. Apart from extensive work in Life Sciences, he also served in a broad range of other industries. Besides his consulting activities, Patrick is a lecturer and coach at universities of applied science and other institutions.
Enikö Matanov
Enikö is a senior advisor with 20 years of international experience in strategy consulting and leadership roles across industries, with a focus on strategy, revenue growth, data & analytics, operational excellence and program management. She helps her clients achieve complex goals, drive effective change management and succeed in challenging situations.
Diana Diekmann
Diana is a seasoned advisor, consultant, and manager with over 16 years of extensive international experience. She combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution with a focus on Pharma, Healthcare, and Chemicals. Diana’s expertise spans consulting, line management, and functional leadership roles, positioning her as a versatile and trusted leader who drives business success from concept to completion.
Trista Bridges
Trista is a senior advisor who has extensive experience in a range of business-critical topics, including strategy, development and execution, capability-building, and sustainability. With over 20 years of international experience, she brings expertise across industries including Life Sciences, Consumer Products, Financial Services, and Tech-enabled Solutions. Trista’s work has enabled organizations to develop the capabilities needed to enhance performance, manage risks more effectively, and accelerate organizational learning.
