“Disruption is the New Discipline”
A practical, evidence-based book for CEOs and senior executives who want to lead their organisations with confidence through transformation, uncertainty, and accelerated change.¨The 31-Day CEO Guide for Leading Disruption in 2026 provides a straightforward, structured approach to decisive leadership in a highly dynamic environment. The book guides you through the first 31 days of 2026, helping you establish the strategic, mental and cultural foundations your organisation needs for sustainable success.
Begin 2026 with clarity, strength, and strategic confidence – and position yourself and your organisation deliberately for the challenges and opportunities of a new leadership year. Publication date: 22 December 2025
DISRUPTION IS THE NEW DISCIPLINE
A 31-Day CEO Guide for Leading Disruption in 2026
Executive Advisory Services
Change, AI, Transformation: CEO and Management Advisory in Transformation-Beratung in der Transformation
Change Requires Outstanding Communication and Leadership Skills.
Every corporate transformation involves a high level of complexity—particularly in its execution. Whether it concerns a planned acquisition, a company sale, a merger (Mergers & Acquisitions), a corporate crisis, succession through MBI or MBO, AI-driven transformation, or an initial public offering (IPO): such change processes demand exceptional communication, leadership, and strategic acumen.
CEOs and management teams, in particular, are called upon to provide direction, build trust, and actively shape the transformation. The success of these initiatives depends largely on how well they are communicated, supported, and implemented. The risk of failure is ever-present—making professional change management a critical success factor.
AI-driven transformation is no longer a question of if, but how.
The strategic implementation of AI empowers CEOs and leadership teams to drive innovation, unlock new levels of efficiency, and secure a future-ready position for their organizations.
The key to success lies in embracing this technology. With transparent, authentic communication and critical thinking, trust can be built across all stakeholder groups. While AI can streamline processes and enhance performance, it cannot replace the insight, creativity, and decision-making that only humans can provide. Used wisely, AI becomes a powerful tool for leaders to future-proof their organizations in a fast-changing, technology-driven world.
M&A Advisory for CEOs and Management Teams
As CEO, you and your management team carry a critical responsibility for the success of any M&A transaction.
Focused, strategic CEO communication is essential—both internally and towards the capital market.
Mergers, acquisitions, or company sales demand professional, empathetic, and forward-looking communication to build trust, reduce uncertainty, and maintain stability throughout the process.
A key success factor: being prepared for every scenario—including potential information leaks. A well-designed communication strategy that anticipates risks strengthens your company’s position and lays the foundation for long-term transaction success.
It is the responsibility of leadership to safeguard and enhance stakeholder trust.
Clear, empathetic, and strategic communication by the management team fosters confidence among investors, employees, customers, and other key stakeholders—minimizing resistance and increasing support for the deal.
CEO Communications & CEO Branding
These days, managing a company with facts and figures alone is no longer enough.
CEOs drive sustainable business success when they engage all key audiences—employees, customers, investors, the media, and the public—through strategic, authentic CEO communication.
Effective leadership communication strategy goes far beyond self-promotion. When executed with purpose, CEO communication significantly shapes brand positioning, strengthens corporate culture, and directly contributes to business performance. As the face and voice of the company, your executive visibility—from media appearances to public statements—must be aligned with the company’s strategic objectives. Your public presence is not about personal branding; it’s about building trust and driving your company’s success.
The CEO is a brand manager.
Through regular, consistent communication, a CEO can manage and strengthen the corporate brand in a targeted manner and thus prepare the company well for crisis situations or changes.
Authenticity creates trust. Would you like to effectively drive your company’s success with authentic, professional leadership communication?
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About me
My Job Title: Entrepreneur – Executive Communications Professional – Lobbyist and Banker
With numerous years of Sr. Executive experience in global corporations and banks, and a decade of entrepreneurship as a founder and CEO, I bring a unique combination of strategic insight and practical entrepreneurial and leadership expertise.
I offer global and intercultural business experience, having worked with international corporations like ABN Amro, Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS), Delbrück Bethmann Maffei Bank, Citicorp Venture Capital (CVC), General Electric (GE), RUAG, etc. I have led through challenging changes and helped CEOs with organisational restructuring, IPOs, M&A transactions and post-merger integration (PMI).
Strategic Consulting with Depth – Insightful, Practical, and Solution-Oriented.
Where theory meets practice: My consulting approach combines solid theoretical foundations with extensive hands-on experience—as a banker, entrepreneur, and expert in PR and strategic Corporate Communications. This unique blend enables me to deliver holistic and pragmatic advice that generates real value.
Technology, Markets, and Trends – Navigating with Foresight.
With a sharp eye for developments at the intersection of technology, markets, and society, I provide senior leaders with clear analysis, valuable insights, and innovative solutions. This empowers strategic decision-making that is both informed and impactful.
Pragmatic. Results-Driven. Implementation-Focused.
My consulting is consistently outcome-oriented. I support CEOs and management teams through complex business challenges—from mergers and acquisitions to market disruptions, crises, and transformation initiatives, particularly those involving emerging technologies like artificial intelligence. Leadership teams benefit from my structured, solution-focused approach and hands-on support throughout the implementation process.
My behavioural competencies
Strong, empathic communication skills: I am an active listener, fast analyser, and speaker who expresses ideas and expectations clearly.
Decisive decision-maker: I balance short-term needs with long-term goals. This is crucial for balancing risks and rewards in uncertain or ambiguous situations.
Creative, analytical thinker: To me, creative thinking means analysing a situation and the relevant information, evaluating evidence, and considering diverse perspectives to reach well-informed conclusions. It equips me with the cognitive tools needed to guide sound decision-making.
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