Expertise:
Combining business requirements, operations and technology to help the company successfully navigate all types of economic climates on a global basis
Education Degrees:
Master's Degree in Banking, Commerce, Finance and Information Technology, Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Zurich (1983)
Affiliations Awards:
Advisory Board Member, The Global Executive Network
Charity:
Volunteer, Cancer Research; Volunteer, Humanitas; World Vision International
Number Of Years In Profession:
25
Number Of Years In Current Position:
20
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
He attributes his success to never accepting no for an answer, and his ability to manage high-performing teams in the United States and across the globe.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
He became involved in his profession because he decided to focus on information technology and banking while he was in college in Zurich, Switzerland.
Extended Bio Profile:
Mr. Zäehner is an senior executive with more than 20 years of experience in a top-tier global investment bank. He has a proven track record in developing and leading high-performance teams, delivering organizational transformation, and managing global information technology infrastructures.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Overseeing daily operations, information technology security, all trading and data, ISO regulations and compliance, outsourcing, and vendor requirements; Mentoring directors and company executives
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Mr. Zäehner hopes to continue working and having fun as a change agent. He hopes to make a positive impact at UBS by initiating analyses and discussions concerning the direction of global financial markets, market trends and business strategies.