A New Governance for Grant Alexander Switzerland and Its Subsidiary Futura 21

Geneva, April 15, 2025 – One year after the merger between futura21 and Grant Alexander, both key players in HR consulting for organizations, and as part of the group’s development strategy in Switzerland, the governance of Grant Alexander Switzerland and its subsidiary futura21 is evolving.

Chantal Marino Appointed Senior Advisor & Consultant

Chantal Marino, Founder and CEO of futura21 since 2012, continues her commitment within Grant Alexander Switzerland as Senior Advisor & Consultant.
With recognized expertise in executive coaching and organizational development, she will play a mentoring role by supporting the new leadership team’s growth and actively assisting consultants and coaches in developing their professional practice. Her engagement will contribute fully to the successful integration into the Grant Alexander group and to its growth in Switzerland.
“Having been committed to futura21 since its founding, I am delighted to now support Grant Alexander in this new role. Our two organizations, which merged a year ago, are now fully united and share a common vision. Today, more than ever, Grant Alexander Switzerland and futura21 have everything it takes to become the reference partner for Swiss companies and organizations,” says Chantal Marino, Senior Advisor & Consultant, Grant Alexander Switzerland.

Romain Buob Named CEO of Grant Alexander Switzerland

With over 20 years of experience in HR, recruitment, and consulting, Romain Buob has collaborated with Chantal Marino since futura21’s inception. He played a key role in structuring the company and developing its offerings. His appointment reflects Grant Alexander’s commitment to continuity while pursuing ambitious growth in Switzerland and internationally.
In his new role, Romain Buob will oversee all group activities in Switzerland, strengthening presence in French-speaking regions and driving growth in the German-speaking regions. He will also coordinate the Executive Search, Leadership Development, and Executive Interim divisions and represent Switzerland within the InterSearch international network, aiming to strengthen synergies and expand international projects.
“I am honored by the trust placed in me. Proud of the journey with Chantal and eager to contribute to this new chapter, I have a strong ambition: to make Grant Alexander Switzerland a hub of unique expertise and services and a leading player in the country. We will rely on our team of experts, whose values, skills, and dedication have built our reputation, and I want to thank them for their constant commitment throughout this demanding transformation process,” says Romain Buob, CEO, Grant Alexander Switzerland.

About Grant Alexander
For over 30 years, Grant Alexander has been a partner in organizational and leadership performance, supporting all HR management and development needs with tailor-made solutions. A multi-specialist consulting and HR services group with five areas of expertise (Executive Search, Executive Interim, Leadership Development, Transformation Advisory, Operating Leaders), Grant Alexander operates across all sectors and functions (executives, experts, rare profiles) worldwide. The group has offices in France (Paris, Aix-Marseille, Lille, Lyon, Nantes, Toulouse) and Switzerland (Geneva, Lausanne, Fribourg) and is the exclusive partner in France and Switzerland of InterSearch, the global leader in executive recruitment. As part of its CSR commitment, Grant Alexander is recognized as an “Engaged Company” by EcoVadis.
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