Patrick Gras is an experienced technology professional with a strong background in architecture and project management. Currently serving as Lead Architect at ELCA Informatique SA / ELCA Informatik AG since May 2017, Patrick has held various roles including Senior Architect. Prior to this, Patrick worked at Generali Switzerland from November 2005 to April 2017, attaining titles such as Teamlead Enterprise Architect and Senior Solutions Architect. Patrick's career began at ELCA from September 1999 to October 2005 as a Senior Software Engineer. Educational credentials include a Master of Science in Computer Science from EPFL, a Certificate of Advanced Studies in Finance et Comptabilité from HEC Lausanne, and multiple project management certifications from CEFCO and Coursera. Additionally, Patrick completed the Maturité Scientifique at Gymnase de Nyon and attended Ecole Française de ZH for early education.