{"id":6175,"date":"2026-08-24T14:49:59","date_gmt":"2026-08-24T12:49:59","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/?page_id=6175"},"modified":"2026-08-24T15:05:55","modified_gmt":"2026-08-24T13:05:55","slug":"cio-technology-leadership-executive-search-swiss-bornhauser","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/cio-technology-leadership-executive-search-swiss-bornhauser\/","title":{"rendered":"CIO &#038; Technology Leadership Executive Search Swiss | Bornhauser"},"content":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":0,"parent":0,"menu_order":33,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_active":false,"_monsterinsights_sitenote_note":"","_monsterinsights_sitenote_category":0},"class_list":["post-6175","page","type-page","status-publish","hentry"],"aioseo_notices":[],"grid":"{\"colCount\":16,\"colGutter\":0,\"rowGutters\":[0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0,0],\"frameMargin\":10,\"topFrameMargin\":160,\"bottomFrameMargin\":0,\"rowAttrs\":[{\"bgcolor\":\"#ffffff\",\"relid\":8},{\"relid\":10},{\"relid\":35},{\"bgcolor\":\"#f6f6f6\",\"collapse\":false,\"relid\":11},{\"bgcolor\":\"#f6f6f6\",\"relid\":31},{\"relid\":1},{\"relid\":30},{\"relid\":50},{\"relid\":27},{\"relid\":2},{\"relid\":29},{\"relid\":34},{\"relid\":39}],\"bgColor\":null,\"cont\":[{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h1><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">CIO &amp; Technology Leadership<\/span><\/span><\/h1><h2><strong>Executive Search for CIOs and Technology Leaders Who Bridge Business and Technology<\/strong><\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span>Today, technology is much more than just a supporting function. It shapes business models, growth, efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Filling CIO and technology leadership positions is correspondingly challenging.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Bornhauser People's Management assists companies in Switzerland in identifying and selecting leaders who combine technological expertise with entrepreneurial thinking, leadership, and the ability to get things done.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Our focus is not solely on technological expertise. What matters most to us is whether a leader can translate technology into tangible benefits for the company.<\/span><\/p><h2><strong><span>Understand business. Shape technology. Lead people.<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\"><span>Discuss your technology leadership search with no obligation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":0,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":9,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":2,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":37,\"absolute_position\":false,\"pxwidth\":null},{\"type\":\"img\",\"cont\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A7802_01_01.jpg\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":0,\"col\":9,\"colspan\":7,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":199,\"attid\":6108,\"sizes\":{\"full\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A7802_01_01.jpg\"},\"w\":1814,\"h\":1210,\"ar\":0.6670341786108048,\"alt\":\"Ein Executive-Search-Berater recherchiert am Laptop nach geeigneten CIOs und Technology Leaders, die technologische Kompetenz mit Business-Verst\\u00e4ndnis und Leadership verbinden\",\"frameOverflow\":\"right\",\"absolute_position\":false,\"textOnElement\":{\"enabled\":false,\"topLeft\":\"\",\"topCenter\":\"\",\"topRight\":\"\",\"leftCenter\":\"\",\"centerCenter\":\"\",\"rightCenter\":\"\",\"bottomLeft\":\"\",\"bottomCenter\":\"\",\"bottomRight\":\"\",\"spaceLeftRight\":10,\"spaceLeftRightMu\":\"px\",\"spaceTopBottom\":10,\"spaceTopBottomMu\":\"px\",\"enableSpacePhone\":false,\"spaceLeftRightPhone\":10,\"spaceLeftRightPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"spaceTopBottomPhone\":10,\"spaceTopBottomPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"verticalOffsetCenter\":0,\"verticalOffsetCenterMu\":\"px\",\"verticalOffsetCenterPhone\":0,\"verticalOffsetCenterPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"darkGradientAtTop\":false,\"darkGradientAtBottom\":false,\"darkGradientAtTopColor\":\"#000000\",\"darkGradientAtBottomColor\":\"#000000\",\"mixBlendModeDifference\":false}},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>For us, technology leadership means business leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span>A modern CIO must understand technology. What matters most, however, is what he or she achieves for the company with it.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p>As a headhunting firm specializing in CIO and technology leadership positions in Switzerland, we therefore do not evaluate leaders solely on the basis of their technical experience or previous roles.<\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We're interested in:<\/span><\/p><ul><li><span>Does the person understand the company's business model and strategic challenges?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Can she identify technology priorities based on the company's goals?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Is she actually capable of bringing about transformation?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Can she develop and lead a high-performing IT and technology organization?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Does she communicate complex topics clearly to senior management, the board of directors, and the various departments?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Can she reconcile differing interests and bring about decisions?<\/span><\/li><li><span>Do their personality and leadership style fit the organization?<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>It is precisely at the intersection of business and technology that we see whether technical expertise translates into business impact.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":1,\"col\":4,\"colspan\":8,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":4,\"relid\":5,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<p style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\" data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\">\\u00a0<\/p><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\">\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"middle\",\"row\":2,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":16,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":36,\"absolute_position\":false,\"frameOverflow\":\"\"},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">Leadership Positions in the Technology Sector<\/span><\/h2><p><span>We help companies fill challenging leadership and key positions, including the following roles:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CIO \\u2013 Chief Information Officer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Aligns IT strategy, organization, and technology with business requirements.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CTO \\u2013 Chief Technology Officer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Responsible for technological development, innovation, and\\u2014depending on the business model\\u2014often also technology-driven products and platforms.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">CDO \\u2013 Chief Digital Officer<\/span><\/strong><\/h3><p><span>Drives digital transformation, new business models, and changes to processes and customer experiences.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CISO \\u2013 Chief Information Security Officer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Combines cybersecurity, risk management, governance, and business requirements.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>Head of IT \/ IT Director<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Responsible for the reliable operation and further development of a high-performing IT organization.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>Head of Technology \/ Engineering<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Leads technology, development, or engineering organizations and bridges the gap between innovation and operational implementation.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">Head of Data &amp; Analytics<\/span><\/strong><\/h3><p><span>Lays the groundwork for making data strategically and operationally useful to the company.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>Digital and Transformation Leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Leads complex change initiatives at the intersection of organization, processes, and technology.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Which role is the right one always depends on the business model, the size of the company, the stage of development, and the specific task at hand.<\/span><\/p><p style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":3,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":7,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":6,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"img\",\"cont\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A3685_01_01.jpg\",\"align\":\"middle\",\"row\":3,\"col\":8,\"colspan\":8,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":1,\"relid\":200,\"attid\":6116,\"sizes\":{\"full\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A3685_01_01.jpg\"},\"w\":1934,\"h\":1290,\"ar\":0.6670113753877973,\"alt\":\"Eine Executive-Search-Beraterin bereitet am Schreibtisch Unterlagen f\\u00fcr die gezielte Besetzung von CIOs und weiteren anspruchsvollen F\\u00fchrungspositionen im Technology-Umfeld vor.\",\"frameOverflow\":\"right\",\"absolute_position\":false,\"textOnElement\":{\"enabled\":false,\"topLeft\":\"\",\"topCenter\":\"\",\"topRight\":\"\",\"leftCenter\":\"\",\"centerCenter\":\"\",\"rightCenter\":\"\",\"bottomLeft\":\"\",\"bottomCenter\":\"\",\"bottomRight\":\"\",\"spaceLeftRight\":10,\"spaceLeftRightMu\":\"px\",\"spaceTopBottom\":10,\"spaceTopBottomMu\":\"px\",\"enableSpacePhone\":false,\"spaceLeftRightPhone\":10,\"spaceLeftRightPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"spaceTopBottomPhone\":10,\"spaceTopBottomPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"verticalOffsetCenter\":0,\"verticalOffsetCenterMu\":\"px\",\"verticalOffsetCenterPhone\":0,\"verticalOffsetCenterPhoneMu\":\"px\",\"darkGradientAtTop\":false,\"darkGradientAtBottom\":false,\"darkGradientAtTopColor\":\"#000000\",\"darkGradientAtBottomColor\":\"#000000\",\"mixBlendModeDifference\":false}},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h3 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; letter-spacing: -0.01em; text-indent: 0em;\\\">Bornhauser People's Management is your partner.<\/span><\/h3><p style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\" data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\">Finding the right candidates is a challenge. We\\u2019re happy to assist you in defining and articulating the requirements, as well as in identifying, approaching, and selecting the right candidates.<\/p><h3 class=\\\"_H3\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\">Please contact us. <br \/>We're looking forward to it.<\/h3><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\">Click HERE to contact us\\u00a0<\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":4,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":16,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":32,\"absolute_position\":false,\"dosync\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700; font-size: 22px;\\\"><strong>What Sets a Successful Technology Leader Apart<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded300; font-size: 40px;\\\">Business and Strategic Acumen<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Technology decisions are business decisions.<\/span><\/p><p><span>A compelling technology leader understands customers, markets, business models, and value creation. He or she can assess technological opportunities and use them to establish clear priorities for the company.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded300; font-size: 40px;\\\">Understanding of Technology and Architecture<\/span><\/h3><p><span>cloud, platforms, enterprise architecture, data, cybersecurity, application landscapes, infrastructure, and new technologies together form a complex overall picture.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Technology leaders do not need to be the most deeply specialized experts in every field. However, they must possess sufficient technical depth to make informed decisions and lead experts.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Transformation and Implementation<\/span><\/h3><p><span>A strategy alone does not change a company.<\/span><\/p><p><span>We therefore pay particular attention to whether candidates have a proven track record of implementing changes, developing organizations, and successfully managing complex programs.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Leadership<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Technology leadership also means people leadership.<\/span><\/p><p><span>These include providing clear direction, decision-making ability, talent development, building high-performing teams, and the ability to lead an organization through change.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Stakeholder Management<\/span><\/h3><p><span>CIOs and technology leaders navigate relationships with senior management, the board of directors, business units, the IT organization, customers, suppliers, and technology partners.<\/span><\/p><p><span>The ability to understand and synthesize different perspectives is therefore essential.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Personality and Cultural Fit<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Professional competence is a prerequisite. However, it is not enough to ensure long-term retention.<\/span><\/p><p><span>We therefore also evaluate motivation, personality, leadership style, values, and how well a candidate fits into the company's specific culture.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":5,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":7,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":3,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"img\",\"cont\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A7503_01_01.jpg\",\"align\":\"middle\",\"row\":5,\"col\":8,\"colspan\":8,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":1,\"relid\":463,\"attid\":6102,\"sizes\":{\"full\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A7503_01_01.jpg\"},\"w\":4045,\"h\":2698,\"ar\":0.6669962917181705,\"alt\":\"Ein Executive-Search-Berater f\\u00fchrt einen Videocall mit einem CIO-Kandidaten, um Leadership, Technologiekompetenz, Business-Verst\\u00e4ndnis und Cultural Fit f\\u00fcr eine erfolgreiche Besetzung zu 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Partnerin und Mitarbeiter von Bornhauser People's Management diskutieren im Flur von top Headhunter Schweiz\",\"absolute_position\":false,\"frameOverflow\":\"left\"},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>AI Is Changing the Requirements for Technology Leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p><span>Generative AI, automation, and data-driven business models are expanding the responsibilities of CIOs and technology leaders.<\/span><\/p><p><span>It's not just about introducing new technologies.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Executives must work with the business to identify relevant use cases, set priorities, establish governance, assess risks, and turn technological opportunities into measurable benefits.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>This further highlights the importance of a skill that we at Technology Leaders place particular emphasis on:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">the ability to bridge the gap between business and technology.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":6,\"col\":8,\"colspan\":8,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":1,\"relid\":45,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\" data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">When We're a Great Fit<\/span><\/h2><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Our experience is particularly relevant for companies where technology is closely linked to their business model, customer experience, or transformation.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>These include, in particular:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><ul style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>IT and software companies<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Technology Companies<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>IT service provider<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Consulting firm<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Professional services firm<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>technology-oriented KMU<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Startups and Scale-ups<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Companies undergoing digital or organizational transformation<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Organizations with a complex business-IT interface<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>We also support companies in other industries where technology leadership plays a key role in future development.<\/span><\/p><h3 class=\\\"_H3\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\">Please contact us.<br \/>We look forward to seeing you.<\/h3><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\">Click HERE to contact us<\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":7,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":7,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":28,\"absolute_position\":false,\"frameOverflow\":\"\"},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">Executive Search with Firsthand Experience in Business and Technology<\/span><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>Bornhauser People's Management has been active in the Swiss recruitment market since the company was founded in 1997.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Our core expertise lies in bridging the gaps between business, sales, and IT, with a particular focus on leadership positions and the intersection of business and technology.<\/span><\/p><p><span>This perspective also shapes our assessment of technology leaders.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We don't just look at a candidate's resume and previous role. We want to understand what situations a person has already successfully navigated, how they make decisions, lead people, and collaborate with various stakeholders.<\/span><\/p><h3 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">We help you expand your organization in a targeted manner and pave the way for your future success<\/span><\/h3>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":8,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":15,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":14,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span>Selected search experience in the technology sector<\/span><\/h2><p><span>Our past assignments have included, among other things, executive and key positions in technology-oriented companies and consulting firms, such as:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Managing Director<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International Business and IT Consulting<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Head of Data Analytics<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International IT Service Provider<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Associate Partner Cyber Security<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Global consulting firm<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Head of Software Development<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International Company<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Client Executive Banking<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Swiss provider of software solutions<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Market Developer Cyber Security Consulting<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Swiss IT consulting firm<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We would be happy to discuss other relevant assignments and experience in a personal meeting.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":9,\"col\":7,\"colspan\":9,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":7,\"relid\":12,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">Our Approach<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">1. Understanding<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Before we begin our search, let's understand the task.<\/span><\/p><p><span>The business model, strategy, organization, culture, current situation, and expectations for the new leader form the basis of the search.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">2. Refine Your Profile<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Together, we define which skills are truly critical to success.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In doing so, we deliberately distinguish between mandatory requirements, desirable experiences, and qualities that are crucial to the specific situation.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">3. Analyze the market and identify candidates<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We analyze the relevant market and identify candidates who are a good fit for the role\\u2014regardless of whether they are actively looking for a new position.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">4. Approach and evaluate them personally<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We contact potential candidates personally and interview them.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In addition to experience and professional expertise, we evaluate motivation, leadership, personality, and cultural fit.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">5. Guide the selection process<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We guide our clients through the entire selection process\\u2014from the initial candidate presentation through the decision-making and finalization phases.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Discreet, professional, and personal.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><div><hr \/><\/div>\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":10,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":15,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":33,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About CIO &amp; Technology Leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">What is the difference between a CIO and a CTO?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>The roles vary considerably from company to company.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Put simply, the CIO often focuses more on enterprise IT, digital transformation, organization, governance, and supporting the business. The CTO focuses more on technology development, products, platforms, or technological innovation.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In technology-oriented companies, responsibilities can overlap significantly.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Therefore, what matters is not the job title, but the specific duties involved.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">When should a company hire a specialized CIO headhunter?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>A targeted executive search can be particularly useful for strategically important, confidential, or hard-to-fill leadership positions.<\/span><\/p><p><span>This is especially true when suitable candidates are not actively seeking new opportunities or when, in addition to professional expertise, leadership skills, experience with organizational transformation, and a good cultural fit are also critical factors.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">What skills does a modern CIO need?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>The specific weighting depends on the 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potential candidates are tailored accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"middle\",\"row\":11,\"col\":3,\"colspan\":9,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":3,\"relid\":40,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">Are you planning to fill a CIO or technology leadership position?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We would be happy to discuss your current situation, the relevant market, and a possible course of action with you in confidence.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><span>Bornhauser People's Management \\u2013 Executive Search at the intersection of business, technology, and leadership.<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\">\\u00a0<\/p><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" 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It shapes business models, growth, efficiency, innovation, and competitiveness.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Filling CIO and technology leadership positions is correspondingly challenging.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Bornhauser People's Management assists companies in Switzerland in identifying and selecting leaders who combine technological expertise with entrepreneurial thinking, leadership, and the ability to get things done.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Our focus is not solely on technological expertise. What matters most to us is whether a leader can translate technology into tangible benefits for the company.<\/span><\/p><h2><strong><span>Understand business. Shape technology. Lead people.<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\"><span>Discuss your technology leadership search with no obligation<\/span><\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":1,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":2,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":37,\"absolute_position\":false,\"pxwidth\":null},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>For us, technology leadership means business leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span>A modern CIO must understand technology. 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center;\\\">\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":3,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":36,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"img\",\"cont\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A3685_01_01.jpg\",\"align\":\"top\",\"row\":4,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":200,\"attid\":6116,\"sizes\":{\"full\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Z_20230804-021A3685_01_01.jpg\"},\"w\":1934,\"h\":1290,\"ar\":0.6670113753877973,\"alt\":\"Eine Executive-Search-Beraterin bereitet am Schreibtisch Unterlagen f\\u00fcr die gezielte Besetzung von CIOs und weiteren anspruchsvollen F\\u00fchrungspositionen im Technology-Umfeld 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positions, including the following roles:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CIO \\u2013 Chief Information Officer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Aligns IT strategy, organization, and technology with business requirements.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CTO \\u2013 Chief Technology Officer<\/strong><\/span><\/h3><p><span>Responsible for technological development, innovation, and\\u2014depending on the business model\\u2014often also technology-driven products and platforms.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">CDO \\u2013 Chief Digital Officer<\/span><\/strong><\/h3><p><span>Drives digital transformation, new business models, and changes to processes and customer experiences.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>CISO \\u2013 Chief Information Security 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Apart<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded300; font-size: 40px;\\\">Business and Strategic Acumen<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Technology decisions are business decisions.<\/span><\/p><p><span>A compelling technology leader understands customers, markets, business models, and value creation. He or she can assess technological opportunities and use them to establish clear priorities for the company.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded300; font-size: 40px;\\\">Understanding of Technology and Architecture<\/span><\/h3><p><span>cloud, platforms, enterprise architecture, data, cybersecurity, application landscapes, infrastructure, and new technologies together form a complex overall picture.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Technology leaders do not need to be the most deeply specialized experts in every field. However, they must possess sufficient technical depth to make informed decisions and lead experts.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Transformation and Implementation<\/span><\/h3><p><span>A strategy alone does not change a company.<\/span><\/p><p><span>We therefore pay particular attention to whether candidates have a proven track record of implementing changes, developing organizations, and successfully managing complex programs.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Leadership<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Technology leadership also means people leadership.<\/span><\/p><p><span>These include providing clear direction, decision-making ability, talent development, building high-performing teams, and the ability to lead an organization through change.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Stakeholder Management<\/span><\/h3><p><span>CIOs and technology leaders navigate relationships with senior management, the board of directors, business units, the IT organization, customers, suppliers, and technology partners.<\/span><\/p><p><span>The ability to understand and synthesize different perspectives is therefore essential.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px; font-family: MuseoSansRounded300;\\\">Personality and Cultural Fit<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Professional competence is a prerequisite. However, it is not enough to ensure long-term retention.<\/span><\/p><p><span>We therefore also evaluate motivation, personality, leadership style, values, and how well a candidate fits into the company's specific culture.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":7,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":3,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"img\",\"cont\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20230804-021A5685-2.jpg\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":8,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":47,\"attid\":5877,\"sizes\":{\"full\":\"\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/20230804-021A5685-2.jpg\"},\"w\":6922,\"h\":4615,\"ar\":0.666714822305692,\"alt\":\"Headhunter, Partnerin und Mitarbeiter von Bornhauser People's Management diskutieren im Flur von top Headhunter 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Leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p><span>Generative AI, automation, and data-driven business models are expanding the responsibilities of CIOs and technology leaders.<\/span><\/p><p><span>It's not just about introducing new technologies.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Executives must work with the business to identify relevant use cases, set priorities, establish governance, assess risks, and turn technological opportunities into measurable benefits.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>This further highlights the importance of a skill that we at Technology Leaders place particular emphasis on:<\/span><\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">the ability to bridge the gap between business and technology.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":9,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":45,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\" data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">When We're a Great Fit<\/span><\/h2><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Our experience is particularly relevant for companies where technology is closely linked to their business model, customer experience, or transformation.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>These include, in particular:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><ul style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>IT and software companies<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Technology Companies<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>IT service provider<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Consulting firm<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Professional services firm<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>technology-oriented KMU<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Startups and Scale-ups<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Companies undergoing digital or organizational transformation<\/span><\/li><li style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>Organizations with a complex business-IT interface<\/span><\/li><\/ul><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\"><span>We also support companies in other industries where technology leadership plays a key role in future development.<\/span><\/p><h3 class=\\\"_H3\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\">Please contact us.<br \/>We look forward to seeing you.<\/h3><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\">Click HERE to contact us<\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":10,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":28,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">Executive Search with Firsthand Experience in Business and Technology<\/span><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>Bornhauser People's Management has been active in the Swiss recruitment market since the company was founded in 1997.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Our core expertise lies in bridging the gaps between business, sales, and IT, with a particular focus on leadership positions and the intersection of business and technology.<\/span><\/p><p><span>This perspective also shapes our assessment of technology leaders.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We don't just look at a candidate's resume and previous role. We want to understand what situations a person has already successfully navigated, how they make decisions, lead people, and collaborate with various stakeholders.<\/span><\/p><h3 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">We help you expand your organization in a targeted manner and pave the way for your future success<\/span><\/h3>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":11,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":14,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span>Selected search experience in the technology sector<\/span><\/h2><p><span>Our past assignments have included, among other things, executive and key positions in technology-oriented companies and consulting firms, such as:<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Managing Director<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International Business and IT Consulting<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Head of Data Analytics<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International IT Service Provider<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Associate Partner Cyber Security<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Global consulting firm<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Head of Software Development<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>International Company<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Client Executive Banking<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Swiss provider of software solutions<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong>Market Developer Cyber Security Consulting<\/strong><\/span><br \/><span>Swiss IT consulting firm<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We would be happy to discuss other relevant assignments and experience in a personal meeting.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":12,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":12,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">Our Approach<\/span><\/strong><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">1. Understanding<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Before we begin our search, let's understand the task.<\/span><\/p><p><span>The business model, strategy, organization, culture, current situation, and expectations for the new leader form the basis of the search.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">2. Refine Your Profile<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Together, we define which skills are truly critical to success.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In doing so, we deliberately distinguish between mandatory requirements, desirable experiences, and qualities that are crucial to the specific situation.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">3. Analyze the market and identify candidates<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We analyze the relevant market and identify candidates who are a good fit for the role\\u2014regardless of whether they are actively looking for a new position.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">4. Approach and evaluate them personally<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We contact potential candidates personally and interview them.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In addition to experience and professional expertise, we evaluate motivation, leadership, personality, and cultural fit.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">5. Guide the selection process<\/span><\/h3><p><span>We guide our clients through the entire selection process\\u2014from the initial candidate presentation through the decision-making and finalization phases.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Discreet, professional, and personal.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><div><hr \/><\/div>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":13,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":33,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions About CIO &amp; Technology Leadership<\/strong><\/span><\/h2><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">What is the difference between a CIO and a CTO?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>The roles vary considerably from company to company.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Put simply, the CIO often focuses more on enterprise IT, digital transformation, organization, governance, and supporting the business. The CTO focuses more on technology development, products, platforms, or technological innovation.<\/span><\/p><p><span>In technology-oriented companies, responsibilities can overlap significantly.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Therefore, what matters is not the job title, but the specific duties involved.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">When should a company hire a specialized CIO headhunter?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>A targeted executive search can be particularly useful for strategically important, confidential, or hard-to-fill leadership positions.<\/span><\/p><p><span>This is especially true when suitable candidates are not actively seeking new opportunities or when, in addition to professional expertise, leadership skills, experience with organizational transformation, and a good cultural fit are also critical factors.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">What skills does a modern CIO need?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>The specific weighting depends on the company.<\/span><\/p><p><span>Key competencies often include business acumen, IT strategy, an understanding of technology and architecture, transformation, leadership, governance, stakeholder management, and the ability to translate technological concepts into business value.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">How important is cultural fit?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Very important\\u2014but not in the sense of achieving the greatest possible similarity.<\/span><\/p><p><span>We assess whether a candidate\\u2019s leadership style, decision-making approach, values, and personality are a good fit for the role, the organization, and the company\\u2019s desired direction.<\/span><\/p><h3><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\">How does a confidential CIO search work?<\/span><\/h3><p><span>Confidentiality can be taken into account from the very beginning of the search process.<\/span><\/p><p><span>The target market, approach, dissemination of information, and communication with potential candidates are tailored accordingly.<\/span><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":14,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":0,\"spacebelow\":0,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":40,\"absolute_position\":false},{\"type\":\"text\",\"cont\":\"<h2 data-pm-slice=\\\"1 1 []\\\"><span style=\\\"font-size: 40px;\\\"><strong><span style=\\\"font-family: MuseoSansRounded700;\\\">Are you planning to fill a CIO or technology leadership position?<\/span><\/strong><\/span><\/h2><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><span>We would be happy to discuss your current situation, the relevant market, and a possible course of action with you in confidence.<\/span><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p><strong><span>Bornhauser People's Management \\u2013 Executive Search at the intersection of business, technology, and leadership.<\/span><\/strong><\/p><p>\\u00a0<\/p><p style=\\\"text-align: left;\\\">\\u00a0<\/p><p class=\\\"_Absatz\\\" style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><a class=\\\"laybutton1 laybutton\\\" href=\\\"http:\/\/bornhauser.com\/headhunter-angebot\/\\\" data-type=\\\"page\\\" data-id=\\\"4865\\\" data-title=\\\"Angebotsanfrage\\\">Click HERE to contact us<\/a><\/p>\",\"align\":\"bottom\",\"row\":15,\"col\":0,\"colspan\":12,\"offsetx\":0,\"offsety\":0,\"spaceabove\":5,\"spacebelow\":5,\"yvel\":1,\"push\":0,\"relid\":41,\"absolute_position\":false}]}","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6175","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=6175"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/6175\/revisions"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/bornhauser.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=6175"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}