Alpen Strategy

At Alpen Strategy, we help founders and operators build stronger, more scalable businesses.
We combine operational discipline with strategic clarity — turning complexity into momentum.

Our Approach

We believe great companies are built on more than vision — they’re built on systems.
Whether you’re raising capital, scaling operations, or preparing for the next stage of growth, we bring a structured, data-driven approach that turns ideas into measurable results. Our work blends the rigor of consulting with the practicality of in-house execution.

Meet Samuel Hügli

Samuel Hügli founded Alpen Strategy after more than a decade leading operations, finance, and strategy across venture-backed startups and global financial institutions.

He has served as SVP Operations / Chief of Staff at a healthcare technology company, guided multiple venture rounds, and helped organizations reduce burn, scale teams, and build investor-ready structures.

Born and raised in Switzerland and now based in the Greater Chicago Area, Samuel combines Swiss precision with an operator’s mindset — bringing clarity, empathy, and momentum to every engagement.

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