Andrew Duck is a seasoned project management professional with a robust background in leading international projects across diverse industries, including aerospace and technology. Andrew has demonstrated his expertise through his impactful roles at renowned organizations such as Leonardo and Airbus.

Currently, Andrew is contributing to the Eurofighter Typhoon program, one of Europe’s most significant defence collaborations. In this role, he is responsible for managing complex, high-value projects that involve cutting-edge technologies and multinational partnerships. His work ensures the delivery of quality and performance within this critical military aircraft initiative.

As Andrew explores new professional opportunities in the Zurich area, he is eager to expand his network within Switzerland’s dynamic project management community. He is also enthusiastic about sharing his experiences and insights, aiming to make a meaningful contribution to the broader professional landscape.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Andrew enjoys staying active—whether on foot or on his bike. His passion for movement is closely followed by his love for making and enjoying pizza, a hobby that brings both creativity and joy into his personal life.

Andrew looks forward to connecting with fellow members, contributing to the chapter’s ongoing success, and exploring the exciting possibilities that Zurich and the PMI Switzerland Chapter have to offer.

You can learn more about Andrew by visiting his LinkedIn profile.

Frank currently serves as the Head of Global Innovation PMO at Georg Fischer Piping Systems in Schaffhausen, Switzerland. With over two decades of experience, Frank has built a distinguished career in establishing and leading global project, program, and portfolio management structures—particularly within innovation-driven industrial environments.

Over the years, Frank has developed a deep understanding of how to align innovation strategies with execution across complex, matrixed organizations. In his current role, he leads a dedicated project management team and oversees initiatives ranging from strategic portfolio management and talent development to the implementation of governance frameworks and innovation processes.

Frank is responsible for managing the full innovation lifecycle—from ideation and development to industrialization and market launch. His contributions include introducing key roles such as Program Managers and PM Champions, rolling out global reporting dashboards, and organizing international summits and exchange formats to strengthen project management culture and maturity.

His background spans hands-on project delivery, R&D leadership, and process innovation across Europe, the USA, and Asia. With a Master of Advanced Studies in Project Management, Frank combines academic rigor with practical expertise to deliver measurable impact.

Outside of his professional life, Frank is passionate about aviation and travel. He also prioritizes quality time with his family, especially with his two wonderful daughters—moments that keep him grounded and inspired.

In addition to his corporate role, Frank serves as a board member and co-president at ITS Industrie- und Technozentrum Schaffhausen. He has long been active in mentoring, examining, and training young professionals. A strong advocate of lifelong learning and collaborative leadership, Frank is enthusiastic about contributing to PMI Switzerland’s vibrant community.

His motivation to join the PMI Switzerland Chapter stems from a desire to connect with the country’s largest network of project management and PMO professionals, engage in mutual learning, and contribute to elevating the visibility and impact of project management within organizations. Frank looks forward to exchanging best practices, building meaningful connections, and offering his experience through coaching and mentoring.

You can learn more about Frank by visiting his LinkedIn profile.

Andrea is an Innovation Consultant and Business Developer, who helps organisations reinvent themselves by the power of intrapreneurship and innovation networks. She is familiar with both technology- and consumer-led innovation, internal and open innovation projects, complex research and development projects and product development portfolios.

Andrea started her career in IT as a software developer at Ericsson, later a software project and program manager for increasingly complex, international scale development projects. She has led and successfully transformed traditional serial projects and programmes to iterative, agile delivery.

Later, becoming an independent consultant, Andrea trained and consulted in Operational PMO / COO contexts in global brands retail, automotive, banking and FMCG. Andrea is a specialist in achieving a business which is able to renew itself: strategic agility, adaptable organisational designs, adaptable governance and a learning culture. Andrea founded and leads Lean Advantage Ltd, a group of consultancy and training companies set across the UK and Switzerland.

Andrea has an MBA from INSEAD, is a certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt and an IDEO trained Design Thinking Programme facilitator.

As a volunteer PMI conference organiser in Hungary and frequent speaker at PMI UK, Andrea has relocated to Switzerland Zürich in 2024. She is excited to meet fellow professionals and push the art of possible together.

You can learn more about Andrea by visiting her LinkedIn profile.

Benjamin has recently registered with the PMI Switzerland Chapter, driven by a strong desire to advance his career in project management. Currently, he holds the position of Head of Production Department at Micarna SA in Courtepin. Ideally, Benjamin is seeking a project manager role in the Fribourg - Bulle region.

Specialized in the agro-food sector, Benjamin is also open to opportunities in other industrial fields. He is preparing to take the PMP exam within the next 1-2 months and is further specializing in Lean Six Sigma, holding certifications from AIGPE.

You can learn more about Benjamin by visiting his LinkedIn profile