Andy Fitze

Andy Fitze is the founder of Swiss Cognitive – “The Global AI Hub” and a Venture Partner, Startup Advisor, and committed investor. He holds a degree in electrical engineering (HTL) and an Executive MBA from the University of St. Gallen. During his operational activities in large companies, he managed numerous international projects and held various leadership positions in IT and technical process automation. Among others, he was responsible for IT governance at Postfinance and as Group CIO of Ruag. Fitze is a digital cognitive strategist, top global AI and digital transformation advisor for start-ups and enterprise boards, and tactical leader, and his keynote speeches often delve into topics such as "AI Strategies for the Next Decade," "Practical Leadership in Digital Times," and "Navigating the Ocean of Technology."

He is also the co-founder of the award-winning start-up SwissCognitive and the CognitiveValley Foundation, steering them towards a bright future in the realm of AI. Together with Dalith Steiger, Fitze guides SwissCognitive in making forward-thinking AI investments and the development of cutting-edge solutions. He is president of the Swiss IT Leadership Forum, member of the Board of Directors of ICT Switzerland and SwissICT, and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Service Management Partners. He serves as a lecturer and Member of the Strategic Advisory Board at Bern University of Applied Sciences, imparting his extensive knowledge gained from over 30 years of experience and from his more than 20 sailing expeditions across more than 40 countries. These expeditions often shape his investment strategies and business views, and he shares captivating tales from these sea ventures on global stages.