The Blue Chips

The Blue Chips is a small, dynamic and personal executive search consultancy based in Zurich, Switzerland, with offices across Switzerland and associates across the globe. Founded in 2012 by Philip Djaferis, the firm serves its international client base in English, French and German. The company specialises only in areas where the team has deep knowledge and personal experience, setting itself apart through discipline, attention to detail and a partnership approach with clients. The firm works with complete discretion throughout each selection process, combining a focus on understanding the client's organisation and culture with thorough knowledge of candidates prior to presentation.

The Blue Chips focuses on identifying the right candidates through a rigorous evaluation process that assesses not only track record but also soft skills to ensure seamless matches with client values, ethos and culture. The company's motto is 'Hiring for Attitude'. The firm works on mid to senior level executive positions across several industries and can assist in the identification and selection of Board Members. The team comprises Philip Djaferis (over 30 years international business experience, primarily in airline and aviation), Corinne Moussavian (deep experience in human resources and operations within health management, specialising in senior executive recruitment for life sciences and other key sectors), and Petros Tsiros (over 20 years international business experience across Europe and the USA, with background in financial services, automotive, export and import).