Marc Petter
About Marc Petter
Marc Petter is a Product Manager with extensive experience in technology and user experience, currently working at Nexthink in Switzerland. He has held various roles in notable companies, including Nestle S.A. and Smartwave SA, and has a strong academic background in robotics and embedded computing.
Current Role at Nexthink
Marc Petter serves as a Product Manager at Nexthink, a position he has held since 2020. In this role, he focuses on transforming employees' ways of working through the adoption of new technology. His work involves a comprehensive approach that includes need identification, solution validation, implementation, deployment, change management, user training, and transitioning to operational mode. He emphasizes the importance of understanding users and effective change management strategies for successful Digital Workplace implementations.
Previous Experience at Nestle S.A.
Before joining Nexthink, Marc Petter worked at Nestle S.A. as an IT Project Manager from 2015 to 2019. He spent four years in Vevey, Switzerland, where he managed various IT projects. His experience at Nestle provided him with insights into large-scale project management and the integration of technology in a corporate environment.
Experience at Smartwave SA
Marc Petter worked as a Development Engineer and Consultant at Smartwave SA from 2012 to 2014. During his two years in Meyrin, Switzerland, he contributed to the development of engineering solutions. This role helped him build a solid foundation in technology development and consulting.
Education and Expertise
Marc Petter holds a Master’s degree in Robotics (Microengineering) from Ecole polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, which he completed from 2006 to 2011. He also studied Embedded Computing at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where he completed his Master Thesis in 2011. His educational background provides him with a strong technical foundation, particularly in emerging technologies and user experience.
Inspiration and Passion for User Experience
Marc Petter is inspired by new trends and emerging technologies that are shaping the workplace. He has a passion for User Experience (UX), which has played a crucial role in the successful delivery of challenging projects. His focus on UX reflects his commitment to enhancing employee interactions with technology and improving overall productivity.