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Markus Gfeller

Markus Gfeller is Associate Partner and Country Manager of Selion Global Japan and the Managing Partner of G&S Japan K.K., a leading corporate consulting and retained executive search firm dedicated to supporting European businesses in Japan.

As a seasoned executive with over 27 years of experience in Japan, Markus has built a distinguished career in international corporate finance, change management, and executive search. His expertise spans from his early days in banking with Credit Suisse to his tenure with BayernLB, where he honed his skills in international corporate finance with a strong focus on Asia.

Markus's passion for Japan has led him to become fluent in Japanese, enabling him to navigate the complex business landscape with ease. He has taken on various leadership roles, including Managing Director and President positions at HARTING and KABA, where he drove change management initiatives. In 2009, he joined G&S Japan K.K. as Senior Partner and later became the Managing Partner, leading the firm's expansion and growth in Japan.

Under his leadership, G&S Japan K.K. has become a trusted partner to multinational corporations, providing expert guidance in executive search, market entry, expansion, and change management. Markus's extensive network, cultural understanding, and business acumen make him a highly respected advisor to companies navigating the complex Japanese market.

Professional Associations:

  • Member of German Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (GCCIJ), Tokyo

  • Member of Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan (SCCIJ), Tokyo

  • Member of Italian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (ICCJ), Tokyo

  • Member of Canadian Chamber of Commerce in Japan (CCCJ), Tokyo

  • Member of the Foreign Correspondent’s Club of Japan (FCCJ), Tokyo

  • Member of the Tokyo American Club (TAC), Tokyo

Others:

  • Former Vice President of the Swiss Chamber of Commerce and Industry in Japan

  • President of the Section of Education of the Swiss Club Tokyo

 

Areas of Expertise
  • Technology & Digital
  • Financial Services
  • Private Equity
  • Industrial
  • Succession Management
  • Non-Executive & Board
  • The Leadership Circle
  • Risk Management & Compliance
  • Finance Leadership
  • Human Resources Management
  • Operations Management
  • Innovation & Technology Leadership
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Real Assets
  • Sustainability Leadership
  • Family Enterprises
  • Services Marketing
  • Executive Coaching for Excellence
  • Leadership Assessment & Development
  • Board Evaluation