Software developer
MSc, University of Zurich
Ricos' main focus:
- Online portal employee survey
- Server administration & maintenance
- DevOps
About Rico Leuthold
Rico has been responsible for the online portal for employee surveys at ValueQuest since 2024. Customers can use this portal to view and download the results of their surveys and analyze them using interactive functions. Rico thus ensures that the surveys are not only conducted securely, but can also be evaluated in a usable and practical way.
Another focus of his work is the administration and maintenance of the servers. He ensures that all systems are stable, failure-free and secure. He contributes his many years of experience in the IT world. As early as 1999, he began working for an Internet provider, dealing with programming and the possibilities of the then still young online universe. Even though he later completed a degree in biology, his path led him back to computer science.
Rico is still fascinated by the dynamics of the digital world today. He enjoys using new technologies - from cloud solutions to AI - to make processes more efficient and smarter. He always has his eye on the technological pulse of the times.
In his private life, Rico lives in the Grisons mountains, where he enjoys nature to the full. He spends a lot of time hiking, always accompanied by his dog, and snowboards as often as possible in winter.
Working in the ValueQuest team inspires him every day to give his best - for the company and for the customers.
Would you like to find out more about Rico? Then take a look at his employee spotlight.
Rico's favorite recipe: Beef fillet with potato gratin and root vegetables
At ValueQuest, we don't believe in run-of-the-mill feedback solutions. Every organization is different. That's why we develop surveys that are tailored to your specific requirements - whether you are an SME or a large corporation. Good collaboration and inspiration don't just happen at your desk, but sometimes also over lunch or dinner. That's why we not only share our expertise here, but also our favorite recipes from the ValueQuest team.
This is how it's done
- Preheat the oven to 180 °C fan. Grease a baking dish with butter and spread the garlic. Arrange the potato slices in a fan-shaped layer, season each layer lightly with salt and pepper. Pour over the cream and top with a little butter. Bake for approx. 40-45 mins. After 30 minutes, sprinkle with Parmesan and herbs and bake until golden brown.
- Prepare the root vegetables: Cut the vegetables into sticks, mix with oil, salt and pepper. Place on a baking tray and bake in the oven for the last 25 minutes.
- Fry the beef fillet: Heat the oil in a pan, sear the fillets for 2-4 minutes on each side (depending on the desired degree of doneness). Season with salt, pepper and herbs.
Wrap in aluminum foil and leave to rest in the oven at 70 °C for about 5 minutes. - Arrange the gratin, beef fillet and root vegetables on plates. Serve with a green salad if desired.
To Guata!
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"I like this recipe because, for me, it offers the perfect balance between classic cuisine and fine craftsmanship. The tender fillet of beef, the creamy potato gratin and the aromatic root vegetables complement each other perfectly - down-to-earth yet elegant.
I appreciate dishes where you can really taste the quality of the ingredients and I like to take my time cooking. And that's why this recipe suits me perfectly; because it's precise, clearly structured and enjoyable - a meal that makes an impression without being overloaded."
Ingredients
Main course for 4 portions
- 4 beef fillets, approx. 200 g each
- Salt, pepper from the mill
- Herbal mixture
- 4 tablespoons oil
Potato gratin:
- 1 kg potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
- 2 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
- 4 tbsp butter
- 2½ dl cream
- 80 g Parmesan cheese, grated
- 2 tsp fresh herbs, finely chopped
- Salt, pepper
Root vegetables:
- 400 g mixed root vegetables (e.g. carrots, celery, parsnips)
- A little olive oil, salt, pepper
My last blog posts
Customer Satisfaction: The Most Important Questions and Answers
April 16, 2026
Reading time: 4 min
Customer satisfaction is the key to sustainable business success. It fosters customer loyalty, strengthens your reputation, and provides a decisive competitive advantage. But how can you measure customer satisfaction? Which methods and tools actually get the job done? And how do you find the right provider in Switzerland? This article answers the most important questions about customer satisfaction surveys and shows how you can use valuable feedback to develop concrete measures to increase your customer satisfaction.
Insurance Brokers – Switzerland's Largest Insurance Study
March 30, 2026
Reading time: 8 min
Insurance brokers are playing an increasingly important role in the Swiss insurance market. More and more companies are turning to independent advisors for help with complex insurance issues. At the same time, the demands placed on insurers and brokers are growing.
Switzerland's Best Employers: Landheim Brüttisellen Stands Out for Its Fairness and Sense of Responsibility
March 19, 2026
Reading time: 3 min
In early 2026, Landheim Brüttisellen conducted its first external employee survey with ValueQuest and immediately qualified for our Excellence@work Award with an outstanding result.
360-Degree Feedback: Insights from Leadership Feedback and Implications for Corporate Culture
March 11, 2026
Reading time: 10 min
360-degree feedback strengthens leadership, provides clarity about one’s own impact, and fosters an open feedback culture. When used correctly, it becomes a strategic tool for sustainable leadership development and improved organizational performance.
