Marco Fleig - CxO / Board-Level Role

Q: Where is Marco based?

Marco is based in Freienbach, Switzerland .

Q: What languages does Marco speak?

Marco speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary) .

Q: How many years of experience does Marco have?

Marco has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Marco has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month . Note that Marco may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Marco's latest experience?

Marco's most recent position is CxO / Board-Level Role at CxO Services GmbH .

Q: What companies has Marco worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marco has worked for CxO Services GmbH , CuriX Invest & Management AG , SECURIX AG , and WiB Deutschland GmbH (later SECURIX Deutschland GmbH) .

Q: Which industries is Marco most experienced in?

Marco is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Information Technology (IT) , and Banking and Finance .

Q: Which business areas is Marco most experienced in?

Marco is most experienced in business areas like Project Management , Sales , and Information Technology (IT) . Marco also has some experience in Strategy and Planning , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Operations .

Q: Which industries has Marco worked in recently?

Marco has recently worked in industries like Professional Services , Banking and Finance , and Information Technology (IT) .

Q: Which business areas has Marco worked in recently?

Marco has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Investments, M&A & Venture Capital , and Operations .

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Freienbach, Switzerland

Experience

Apr 2025 - Present

1 year

Freienbach, Switzerland

CxO / Board-Level Role

CxO Services GmbH

Board member with responsibility for cybersecurity governance and strategic oversight
Strategic design and execution oversight of IAM market expansion across new geographies
Executive-level steering of IAM platform selection and procurement processes
Development of AI-assisted analytical frameworks for IAM market screening and execution risk evaluation

Sep 2019 - Dec 2024

5 years 4 months

Board Member

CuriX Invest & Management AG

Strategic restructuring, optimization of business processes, and strengthening of governance; establishment of the investment base for the start-up CuriX AG (14 employees).

Sep 2019 - Dec 2024

5 years 4 months

Managing Director (CEO)

SECURIX AG

Management of the executive board with a focus on merger, rebranding, and marketing strategy – increasing market presence and operational efficiency.
Oversight and steering of cybersecurity strategies (IAM / IGA solutions incl. Omada, Nevis, Cidaas, Microsoft FIM) to strengthen the security architecture and reinforce customer and stakeholder confidence.
Promotion of an agile corporate culture through coaching and personnel development – growth from 45 to 100 employees in five years.
Support for project managers, especially in IAM issues and complex project situations.
Strategic transformation including merger with IC Information Company AG and RealStuff Informatik AG, spin-off of the start-up CuriX AG (14 employees), and realignment and successful sale to Allurity AG (Trill Impact, leading private equity investor).
Negotiated and completed the sale to Allurity (including contract drafting and due diligence) to maximize the company's value.
Management of post-merger integration into the Allurity Group with international partners (Sweden, Denmark, Portugal, Spain, France) to standardize standards and realize synergies.

Sep 2019 - Dec 2024

5 years 4 months

Founder and Managing Director

WiB Deutschland GmbH (later SECURIX Deutschland GmbH)

Founding and development of the German subsidiary, establishment of a local sales team and establishment of cybersecurity services with a sustainable market presence.

Jan 2015 - Aug 2019

4 years 8 months

Managing Director (CEO), Interim Project Manager, Member of the Board of Directors

WiB Solutions AG

Operational and strategic management with a focus on sales expansion, personnel development, and organizational stability
Building and leading a high-performing team through recruitment, coaching, and succession planning – growth from 25 to 45 employees
Strategic strengthening of sales: customer acquisition, building a sales team, and ensuring succession in sales management
Management of IAM projects and coordination for customers such as Zurich Airport
Development of partnerships with a focus on identity and access management (IAM) – including Omada, NEVIS, Cidaas, and Microsoft FIM
Interim CxO responsibilities (CEO, CTO, CIO), including financial planning, IT strategy development and the introduction of agile methods (SCRUM).

Mar 2007 - Dec 2014

7 years 10 months

Managing Director (CEO), Sales Manager, Part-time Project Manager IAM, Member of the Executive Board, Member of the Board of

WiB Solutions AG

Sale of IAM products and services through the establishment of partnerships, preparation of quotations, and product and service development
Expansion and management of sales, including staff recruitment, automation, use of social media, and targeted cold calling (partly AI-supported)
Project management and coordination of IAM projects for customers such as Zurich Airport, Amberg Engineering, Muri Hospital, VZ Bank
Conducting role mining and role modeling workshops (e.g., finance, KSD Schaffhausen, Gösgen nuclear power plant); transfer to the IAM tool, including definition of RBAC/inheritance rules
Use of IAM tools such as Omada, Microsoft FIM, NetIQ, and interfaces to Active Directory and SAP
Analysis, modeling, and optimization of business processes in HR, IT, and auditing
Conducting feasibility studies and evaluations in the IAM environment
Preparation of management studies for global IAM projects, including detailed budgeting, architecture and project planning, as well as workshops and management presentations.

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (18.5 years), Information Technology (18 years), and Banking and Finance (5.5 years).

Professional Services

Information Technology

Banking and Finance

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Project Management (18 years), Sales (18 years), Information Technology (13.5 years), Strategy (6 years), Investments and M&A (5.5 years), and Operations (5.5 years).

Project Management

Sales

Information Technology

Strategy

Investments and M&A

Operations

Summary

Founder with direct private equity transaction experience. Focused on execution and scaling risks and governance in software and cybersecurity environments.

Strategic sparring partner for boards, investors, and C-level leaders before and after transactions.

Skills

Executive & Board-level Experience

Board-level Advisory And Sparring With C-level Executives (Ceo, Cfo, Cio, Ciso)
Strategic Decision Support In Regulated Environments
Communication With Investors And Owners At The Board Level

It & Digital Strategy

Development And Review Of It Strategies
Design Of It Operating Models (Governance, Organization, Sourcing)
Digital Transformation And Roadmap Definition
Analysis Of Vendor Structures And Cost Models

Cybersecurity & Iam (Strategic Level)

Development Of Cybersecurity Strategies And Maturity Assessments
Governance And Scalability In Identity & Access Management
Risk, Compliance, And Regulatory Alignment (E.g. Nis2, Dora, Iso 27001)
Assessment Of Security And Implementation Risks

Execution Risks & Value Enhancement

Identification Of Execution And Scaling Risks
Reality Checks Of Go-to-market And Delivery Assumptions In Growth Scenarios
Stabilization And Prioritization After Acquisitions
Translation Of Strategies Into Actionable Initiatives

Transaction & Investment Support

Support In Commercial And It Due Diligence
Investment Screening With A Focus On Scalability And Risks
Risk Identification Before Capital Allocation
Support In Post-acquisition Value Creation

Leadership & Organizational Development

Leadership In Complex Transformation Situations
Assessment Of Management Maturity Levels
Change And Stakeholder Alignment
Structured Decision Making Under Uncertainty

Commercial & Growth Perspective

Development Of Growth And Scaling Strategies
Understanding Of Sales And Revenue Models
Market Positioning And Monetization Logic
Experience Scaling A Company From 4 To 100 Employees

Languages

German

Native

English

Advanced

French

Elementary

Education

Oct 2004 - Jun 2006

European Marketing Confederation (EMC)

Federal Diploma, Bachelor · Sales Manager

Oct 1996 - Jun 1998

Marketing and Business School Zurich

Swiss Federal Diploma · Business Informatics

Oct 1993 - Jun 1995

KL Zurich

Higher Diploma · Economics · Zürich, Switzerland

Certifications & licenses

PE & Board Readiness Programme

Boardowl

Coaching: Sell your company

Bachelor European Marketing

European Marketing Confederation (EMC)

Sales Manager Federal Diploma

European Marketing Confederation (EMC)

Business Informatics Swiss Federal Diploma

Higher Diploma in Economics

KL Zurich

Profile

Created

March 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Marco based?

Marco is based in Freienbach, Switzerland.

What languages does Marco speak?

Marco speaks the following languages: German (Native), English (Advanced), French (Elementary).

How many years of experience does Marco have?

Marco has at least 19 years of experience. During this time, Marco has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 5 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years and 1 month. Note that Marco may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Marco be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Marco would be well-suited for roles such as: CxO / Board-Level Role, Board Member, Managing Director (CEO).

What is Marco's latest experience?

Marco's most recent position is CxO / Board-Level Role at CxO Services GmbH.

What companies has Marco worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Marco has worked for CxO Services GmbH, CuriX Invest & Management AG, SECURIX AG, and WiB Deutschland GmbH (later SECURIX Deutschland GmbH).

Which industries is Marco most experienced in?

Marco is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Information Technology (IT), and Banking and Finance.

Which business areas is Marco most experienced in?

Marco is most experienced in business areas like Project Management, Sales, and Information Technology (IT). Marco also has some experience in Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Operations.

Which industries has Marco worked in recently?

Marco has recently worked in industries like Professional Services, Banking and Finance, and Information Technology (IT).

Which business areas has Marco worked in recently?

Marco has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Investments, M&A & Venture Capital, and Operations.

What is Marco's education?

Marco holds a Bachelor in Sales Manager from European Marketing Confederation (EMC).

Does Marco have any certificates?

Marco has 6 certificates. Among them, these include: PE & Board Readiness Programme, Coaching: Sell your company, and Bachelor European Marketing.

What is the availability of Marco?

Marco is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Marco?

Marco's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.