Marcel Rapold
ICT Project Lead & AI Product Platform Lead | EMBA | IT Project Leadership | Digital Transformation | Erlenbach (Zürich), Zürich, Switzerland
Erlenbach (Zürich), Zürich, Switzerland
Technology must be efficient, sustainable, and decentralized I lead and deliver high-impact IT and digitalization projects, driving transformation through robust platforms and AI-powered automation
Professional Experience
Jan 2022
Information Technology Project Manager
Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV)
Leads ICT projects and digital platform initiatives for Switzerland’s central public transport authority, focusing on digital transformation, platform strategy, and AI-driven automation.
- Owner of zvv.ch, overseeing end-to-end operation, IT architecture, and platform evolution
- Co-responsible for the web and mobile app ecosystem, driving new digital services and customer experience improvements
- Ensured interoperability between the ticket shop and all digital channels, contributing to customer account roadmap and frontend usability
- Designed and implemented AI-powered automation workflows to optimize internal processes
Mar 2016
Co-Founder
ALPA.one
Co-founded a technology venture specializing in Bitcoin and Lightning Network solutions.
- Developed and deployed Lightning Network nodes and payment systems
- Designed custom Lightning workflows for seamless digital transactions
- Delivered consulting and technical services for decentralized finance projects
May 2025 – May 2025
Lecturer, Bitcoin & Lightning Network
HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Lectured in Europe’s first Bitcoin-only executive program (CAS Bitcoin Economy), focusing on Lightning Network technology and practical applications.
- Taught Lightning Network module, covering scalability, instant payments, and sovereignty
- Led hands-on sessions with LNHunt, a gamified Lightning scavenger hunt
- Provided insights on emerging technologies including NOSTR and Taproot Assets
Nov 2023 – Oct 2024
Board Member
Bitcoin Association Switzerland
Served on the board of Switzerland’s leading Bitcoin advocacy and education organization.
- Advanced public education and legal advocacy for Bitcoin adoption
- Supported innovation and ecosystem development in Switzerland
- Acted as media liaison and public spokesperson
Jan 2019 – Dec 2021
Digital Innovation Consultant
Tele Locher
Consulted on digital innovation projects, supporting business transformation and technology adoption.
- Consulted on digital innovation projects, supporting business transformation and technology adoption
Jan 2022
Information Technology Project Manager
Zürcher Verkehrsverbund (ZVV)
Leads ICT projects and digital platform initiatives for Switzerland’s central public transport authority, focusing on digital transformation, platform strategy, and AI-driven automation.
- Owner of zvv.ch, overseeing end-to-end operation, IT architecture, and platform evolution
- Co-responsible for the web and mobile app ecosystem, driving new digital services and customer experience improvements
- Ensured interoperability between the ticket shop and all digital channels, contributing to customer account roadmap and frontend usability
- Designed and implemented AI-powered automation workflows to optimize internal processes
Mar 2016
Co-Founder
ALPA.one
Co-founded a technology venture specializing in Bitcoin and Lightning Network solutions.
- Developed and deployed Lightning Network nodes and payment systems
- Designed custom Lightning workflows for seamless digital transactions
- Delivered consulting and technical services for decentralized finance projects
May 2025 – May 2025
Lecturer, Bitcoin & Lightning Network
HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Lectured in Europe’s first Bitcoin-only executive program (CAS Bitcoin Economy), focusing on Lightning Network technology and practical applications.
- Taught Lightning Network module, covering scalability, instant payments, and sovereignty
- Led hands-on sessions with LNHunt, a gamified Lightning scavenger hunt
- Provided insights on emerging technologies including NOSTR and Taproot Assets
Nov 2023 – Oct 2024
Board Member
Bitcoin Association Switzerland
Served on the board of Switzerland’s leading Bitcoin advocacy and education organization.
- Advanced public education and legal advocacy for Bitcoin adoption
- Supported innovation and ecosystem development in Switzerland
- Acted as media liaison and public spokesperson
Jan 2019 – Dec 2021
Digital Innovation Consultant
Tele Locher
Consulted on digital innovation projects, supporting business transformation and technology adoption.
- Consulted on digital innovation projects, supporting business transformation and technology adoption
Education
EMBA, Executive Master of Business Administration in Management
Oct 2024 – May 2025HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Zürich, Switzerland
International Management Program
Mar 2025 – Mar 2025University of Virginia Darden School of Business / HWZ
Master of Advanced Studies, Digital Business
Jan 2018 – Oct 2021HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Zürich, Switzerland
Certificate of Advanced Studies, Digital Finance
Jan 2019 – Nov 2019HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Zürich, Switzerland
Certificate of Advanced Studies, Digital Leadership
Jan 2018 – Feb 2019HWZ Hochschule für Wirtschaft Zürich
Zürich, Switzerland
Certifications
Cloud Computing
Becoming a Thought Leader
Konfliktgespräche richtig führen
Grundlagen der Programmierung: Agile Softwareentwicklung
Einführung ins Projektmanagement