David Wilhelm

David Wilhelm

  • Partner
  • Zurich, Switzerland
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About David

David is a partner in Simon-Kucher’s Zurich office and drives the digital and AI business within the Life Sciences division. He focuses on turning digital and (Gen)AI into measurable commercial impact across Pharma, MedTech, Diagnostics, Consumer Health, Payers, and Providers.

With over 15 years of experience in digital consulting, AI-driven product development, and commercial leadership, David operates at the intersection of strategy, technology, and execution. He supports clients in defining digital and AI strategies, prioritizing high-value use cases, redesigning operating models and processes, and building scalable digital and AI-powered products.

His experience includes:

  • shaping GenAI strategies and embedding AI into core commercial and operational workflows
  • developing AI-powered assistants for marketing, sales, and customer service functions
  • supporting companies in transitioning from hardware to software business models and launching AI-enabled platforms
  • establishing enterprise-wide data strategies including suitable operating models
  • accelerating/building digital health and disease management platforms
  • supporting clients in building up the right capabilities to drive innovation

Before joining Simon-Kucher, David spent nearly nine years at BCG X, where he built and scaled digital and (Gen)AI businesses across the life sciences sector in Europe. He also held commercial leadership roles in venture capital–backed digital scale-ups.

David earned his BSc in Business and Technology from the Technical University of Munich and the National University of Singapore. He is passionate about translating emerging technologies into tangible business results and actively contributes to advancing AI capabilities within the firm. Outside of work, David is an enthusiastic athlete who enjoys pushing his limits through sport.