Andre Kernen

Andre Kernen is an experienced IT leader with a strong background in information security and management. Currently serving as the CIO and CISO at TopPharm since August 2021, Andre is responsible for leading infrastructure, development, and data teams, while overseeing IT security and data protection. Previously, as Head of IT at Christoph Merian Stiftung, the entire IT infrastructure was rebuilt and modernized under Andre's leadership. With extensive experience at Trüb AG and ABB, Andre has been involved in high-security IT, project management, and software development across various international contexts. Andre Kernen holds multiple degrees, including an Executive MBA and a CAS in Information Security & Risk Management.