About Gérard

I thrive where strategy meets execution. Scaling companies, leading transformations, and building market-defining products isn’t just what I do—it’s what drives me. I live at the intersection of product and go-to-market, turning vision into reality and strategy into impact.

Gérard Métrailler
Mission-Driven SaaS & Tech Leader
Scaling Businesses with Strategic Clarity & Impact Delivery

I speak the languages of product, go-to-market, technology, finance, and operations, bridging disciplines to create clarity, drive execution, and deliver results. Whether growing a category-defining software product, leading a billion-dollar exit, or guiding a company through high-stakes growth, I thrive in complexity.

But my ability to navigate uncertainty isn’t limited to boardrooms. As a licensed pilot, I know how to make fast, high-stakes decisions with imperfect data. Whether in the air or in business, success requires thinking ahead, anticipating shifts, providing a steady hand, and adjusting course—all while keeping your eyes on the destination.

Born in Switzerland and fluent in English, French, and German, I’ve worked across global markets, leading startups, private companies, and publicly traded enterprises. This international perspective has shaped my ability to adapt to various business models, from B2C, B2B, and B2B2C to SaaS, subscriptions, and enterprise sales. I can tailor strategies to different markets and align teams across cultures to execute with impact.

I’m a systems thinker and an explorer at heart. I don’t just build products—I build products that people emotionally connect with. Great companies create solutions customers love, solving problems 10x better than any alternative. But innovation isn’t just about bold ideas—it’s about execution. I challenge teams to simplify, move fast, and iterate, ensuring products are not only visionary but also scalable, market-ready, and profitable.

Transformations don’t happen in a vacuum. Strategic clarity, rapid iteration, and cultural alignment are the foundation of my leadership. I get teams moving in sync—combining data, feedback, and cross-functional collaboration to drive results.

Aviation has reinforced this mindset. Pilots must always be “ahead of the plane”—anticipating, planning, monitoring, and adjusting. Leading a company is no different. The best decisions come from tapping into the right information, surrounding yourself with great people, and staying adaptable in an ever-changing landscape.

At the end of the day, what drives me is impact. Seeing companies, products, and people thrive. Building businesses that make a difference. Scaling what works. Fixing what doesn’t. And helping teams reach new heights.

Let’s build something great.