Building the future now.
CapricornConnect: VR & C-level positions, recruiting, and podcast production
We tap into the hidden job market for board and C-level positions, deliver qualified top talent and AI experts—and produce your business podcast in our TV studio. Discreet, data-driven, systematic.
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CapricornConnect
– Coaching, Recruiting & Inspiration
“Capricorn – the mountain goat – represents more than just a zodiac sign. It embodies determination, discipline, and the unwavering will to reach the summit.
CapricornConnect brings precisely this attitude to the modern world of innovation. It's about what really matters: putting people at the center. The potential that lies within each of us. And technology as a powerful lever to unleash that potential.
We connect people, potential, and technology."
Jakob Barandun - Founder and CEO
Impact on career, recruiting, and visibility.
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Hidden labor market
Access to the hidden job market – for candidates with board and C-level ambitions and for companies looking to fill top talent and management positions. Early, discreet, Switzerland-wide, and international.
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Strong network
Established network of contacts in ICT and beyond, with direct access to investors, entrepreneurs, top managers, and decision-makers. We open doors that rarely open without a recommendation.
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Strategic placement
Targeted introduction to relevant decision-makers on an equal footing—with the right context, timing, and expectation management. You do not appear as an applicant, but as a solution-oriented discussion partner.
Data-driven method
End-to-end approach from analysis to placement with algorithmic network analysis, clear criteria, and documented transparency at every step. This allows us to reduce wastage and increase hit quality.
Discretion & Trust
Blind profiles, communication, and stakeholder handling protect reputation and negotiating position. Replacement and recruitment processes remain confidential and professional.
Inspiration & Learning
Interviews with high-profile personalities provide insights, trends, and best practices. This transforms experience into actionable knowledge.
Executive Excellence?
Three Dimensions.
CapricornConnect
Top 3 podcasts.
Customer Testimonials
“Our collaboration with Suisse Capricorn has been exceptionally fruitful. As we expanded in Switzerland, we needed a reliable partner to identify and attract top talent. Suisse Capricorn delivered: candidates were top-tier, professionally excellent, and aligned with our needs. Their professionalism ensured a smooth, transparent, efficient process. A trustworthy, cost-effective partner, we confidently recommend their services for outstanding talent acquisition support.”
Thomaskutty Sebastian
Co-founder, Chief Strategy Officer & Partner
PIT Solutions
“The collaboration with Suisse Capricorn was undeniably successful. We wish Suisse Capricorn could assign highly skilled professionals to our headquarters in Switzerland. Their broad network of candidates makes them an excellent choice when in need of specialists and executives."
Igor Izraylevych
chief executive officer
S-Pro Inc.
We can fill our open positions much more quickly with suitable candidates. This allows us to grow significantly faster.
The management and research team were outstanding and consistently helped us find the best candidates in a very short time.
Martin Bergner
chief executive officer
paiqo
“It was a great pleasure to be part of the CapricornConnect Podcast, where I had the opportunity to share my experience as a venture capital investor in growth companies.
The entire setting was highly professional, and the video podcast provided an excellent platform for meaningful dialogue. Jakob led the interview in a truly delightful and engaging manner, making the conversation both insightful and enjoyable.”
Fulvio Maccarone
Advisory Services
EQNEXT
“It was a great pleasure to be part of the exceptionally professional CapricornConnect podcast. The video podcast series gave us the opportunity to get even closer to our target audience and achieve significantly deeper market penetration while maintaining high visibility. Working with Jakob was inspiring and rewarding—a format I highly recommend to anyone who wants to increase their visibility and reach.”
Rahel Kindermann
chief executive officer
FRZ Zurich Airport Region
On the CapricornConnect podcast, I had the opportunity to have an inspiring conversation with Jakob about Switzerland as a location for business, the labor market, and education.
The interview was not only enriching in terms of content, but also gave me the opportunity to share my perspectives and experiences with a relevant target audience. I particularly appreciate the professional preparation, the pleasant atmosphere of the conversation, and Jakob's targeted questions, which led to an exciting exchange. The podcast is an excellent platform for highlighting important issues and engaging in dialogue with the right people."
Preparation Avdili
Candidate for Mayor of Zurich
It was a great pleasure to be part of the CapricornConnect podcast. This format gave me the opportunity to talk about my entrepreneurial experiences—from building a business to selling it, to the various facets of entrepreneurship. Jakob conducted the conversation in an extremely professional manner, while always creating a personal and friendly atmosphere. His targeted questions allowed me to look back and hopefully provided viewers with exciting insights, making the exchange a very enriching experience for me."
Urs Häusler
Co-founder of Swiss FinTech Association / Investor and board member
Swiss FinTech Association / Swiss Startup
“Our collaboration with Suisse Capricorn has been exceptionally fruitful. As we expanded in Switzerland, we needed a reliable partner to identify and attract top talent. Suisse Capricorn delivered: candidates were top-tier, professionally excellent, and aligned with our needs. Their professionalism ensured a smooth, transparent, efficient process. A trustworthy, cost-effective partner, we confidently recommend their services for outstanding talent acquisition support.”
Thomaskutty Sebastian
Co-founder, Chief Strategy Officer & Partner
PIT Solutions
“The collaboration with Suisse Capricorn was undeniably successful. We wish Suisse Capricorn could assign highly skilled professionals to our headquarters in Switzerland. Their broad network of candidates makes them an excellent choice when in need of specialists and executives."
Igor Izraylevych
chief executive officer
S-Pro Inc.
We can fill our open positions much more quickly with suitable candidates. This allows us to grow significantly faster.
The management and research team were outstanding and consistently helped us find the best candidates in a very short time.
Martin Bergner
chief executive officer
paiqo
“It was a great pleasure to be part of the CapricornConnect Podcast, where I had the opportunity to share my experience as a venture capital investor in growth companies.
The entire setting was highly professional, and the video podcast provided an excellent platform for meaningful dialogue. Jakob led the interview in a truly delightful and engaging manner, making the conversation both insightful and enjoyable.”
Fulvio Maccarone
Advisory Services
EQNEXT
“It was a great pleasure to be part of the exceptionally professional CapricornConnect podcast. The video podcast series gave us the opportunity to get even closer to our target audience and achieve significantly deeper market penetration while maintaining high visibility. Working with Jakob was inspiring and rewarding—a format I highly recommend to anyone who wants to increase their visibility and reach.”
Rahel Kindermann
chief executive officer
FRZ Zurich Airport Region
On the CapricornConnect podcast, I had the opportunity to have an inspiring conversation with Jakob about Switzerland as a location for business, the labor market, and education.
The interview was not only enriching in terms of content, but also gave me the opportunity to share my perspectives and experiences with a relevant target audience. I particularly appreciate the professional preparation, the pleasant atmosphere of the conversation, and Jakob's targeted questions, which led to an exciting exchange. The podcast is an excellent platform for highlighting important issues and engaging in dialogue with the right people."
Preparation Avdili
Candidate for Mayor of Zurich
It was a great pleasure to be part of the CapricornConnect podcast. This format gave me the opportunity to talk about my entrepreneurial experiences—from building a business to selling it, to the various facets of entrepreneurship. Jakob conducted the conversation in an extremely professional manner, while always creating a personal and friendly atmosphere. His targeted questions allowed me to look back and hopefully provided viewers with exciting insights, making the exchange a very enriching experience for me."
Urs Häusler
Co-founder of Swiss FinTech Association / Investor and board member
Swiss FinTech Association / Swiss Startup
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