Désirée Galicher is a strategic operations and transformation leader, career coach, COO at Mentaa Technologies and founder of Désirée Galicher Consulting. With over 20 years of experience across operations, procurement, and leadership development, she specializes in building high-performing systems while empowering individuals to lead with clarity and confidence. Her work sits at the intersection of strategy, execution, and human potential, bringing structure to complexity and enabling sustainable results. With her dual nationality Canadian-Swiss, she combines the North American "can-do" solutions mindset and with the rigor of Swiss quality in everything she sets out to accomplish.
She joined the PMI Switzerland Chapter to engage with a community that values both excellence in project delivery and the human side of leadership. For Désirée, project management extends beyond frameworks and timelines; it is about influencing outcomes, driving alignment, and creating environments where people can perform at their best.
Outside of her professional work, Désirée is passionate about personal development, leadership psychology, and building meaningful connections. She enjoys fitness, travel, and exploring ideas that challenge conventional thinking and foster growth.
Known for her ability to bring calm to chaos, Désirée thrives in environments that require clarity, structure, and strong people leadership. She looks forward to connecting with fellow members, exchanging perspectives, and contributing to the PMI Switzerland community.
You can learn more about Désirée by visiting her LinkedIn profile