Private Equity: Recognizing Strengths, Driving for Growth

Which executives have the right expertise, experience and vision to shape the future? Who will put company structures on a secure footing? We will find the perfect fit together.

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Clients

We are trusted partners of some of the best brands in the world.

Applike
Bertelsmann
EMH
Earlybird
Haniel
Harald Quandt
McDonalds
Mediafox Dan
Mercedes Benz
Mytheresa
Oakley Capital
Occhio
Wunderflats
air up
intive

Benefits for Private Equity Portfolio Companies

Leading Companies into A Successful Future

After a change of ownership, challenges often arise, the overcoming of which is essential for sustainable success. We see ourselves as a permanent partner for private equity companies when it comes to successfully filling critical management positions as part of a succession plan or setting up group structures. In doing so, we have the necessary sensitivity to take into account both old structures, special cultures and strong owner personalities, while identifying high-performer profiles that know how to drive growth forward.

Speed & Flexibility

We are able to quickly and individually identify with our clients' initial situation and, based on this, define the appropriate search strategy. All internal processes are based on the highest efficiency standards and thus become a competitive advantage in search.

New Impetus

In our search strategy, we actively connect different ecosystems and draw new impulses from this for our clients. This provides a holistic view across all industries.

Full Market Access

Through our boutique setup, we have reduced the potential for conflict in the market to a minimum. We can therefore reach out to the best candidates for the selected roles across industries.

Our Process

Listen, advise, search — find the right fit!

In our executive search process, we place great emphasis on ensuring a true match on a people-to-people level. In our opinion, sustainable success can only be achieved in a culture of innovation, diversification and collaboration. A value system that characterises our work as well as that of our candidates. Our research is 100% in-house and works with a precise process outlined below.

1

Individual requirement profile and search strategy

The first step is to get to know each other in a personal conversation. For us, it's about getting as accurate an impression of your company and your requirements as possible. Because this is how we lay the foundation — and the requirement profile that we create together is based on this.

2

Market mapping and identification

Once the requirement profile has been met, we explore and analyse the market. After all, we must always be up to date with trends, technologies and challenges. This comprehensive view is important in order to find relevant candidates. In the subsequent search, we then use a variety of channels and portals.

3

Direct contact, interviews and pre-selection

When searching, we are both quick and meticulous. To do this, we use traditional communication channels such as telephone and emails as well as social networks and digital tools and platforms. We quickly invite potential candidates to an initial interview, during which we will examine them in detail. We decide who is eligible for a second interview.

4

Final audit of your manager

In the second interview, we address the strengths and weaknesses of the candidates in a structured manner and examine the motivation of potential new employees. In this phase, we also use digital assessments and AI tools. If everything is correct on our part, we create profiles of all candidates we have selected.

5

Presentation of candidates

After completing the qualification phase, we will present all selected candidates to you in a presentation — including all relevant information, of course. In a joint consultation, we evaluate the recommendations and make a selection with which we will continue the process and start direct discussions with you.

6

Client interview process support

We will advise you to the extent you require throughout the selection process — including coordinating appointments for interviews with clients and clients. It is important to us that we support both parties in a spirit of trust. To ensure a smooth process, we always keep you up to date with the progress of the project by means of written documentation.

7

Conclusion of contract and onboarding

Of course, we provide clients and candidates with reliable support even beyond the search process. We support you not only during the final selection process, but also during subsequent contract negotiations.

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Are you looking for an executive with digital skills?

Then get in touch with us now! We would be happy to provide you with information and advise.