Operational Partner Wanted

An established medium-sized company in the field of electric heating and thermal systems is seeking an entrepreneurial co-partner with a drive to get involved in day-to-day operations. We are not looking for a mere investor, but rather an individual with strong leadership skills, sales experience, and a background in medium-sized businesses—someone who is willing to take on responsibility within the company and actively help shape its next phase of growth. What Sets the Company Apart Established market position in an attractive, future-oriented market In-house manufacturing and development capabilities Existing organizational structure and solid financial foundation Clear growth opportunities through professionalization, sales expansion, and new product areas Opportunity to grow into a key leadership role over the medium term Desired Profile We are seeking an entrepreneurial co-partner or operational investor with experience in a medium-sized manufacturing environment, ideally in heating technology, building services engineering, electrical engineering, HVAC, or related industries. Key qualities include operational strength, the ability to execute, and a genuine interest in long-term involvement. Investment Model An active investment with an operational role is conceivable. The structure and scope of the investment depend on experience, capital contribution, and shared goals. A phased entry with clear prospects for development is expressly conceivable.

Established premium hair salon with a strong market position seeks a strategic partnership / succession plan. We are not looking for a traditional employment position, but rather an individual or structure that combines operational expertise with entrepreneurial growth. Wanted: A) Operational Partner (Top Hairstylist with Leadership Skills) • Strong technical skills, customer- and quality-oriented • Leadership/organization/team drive • Focus: growth, processes, modern positioning • Entry possible even without equity capital (earn-in / phased equity participation) B) Investor / Equity Participation Model • Equity participation or financing solution possible • Operational management can be provided or established jointly Equity Participation / Structure (flexible): • Gradual equity participation conceivable (e.g., minority stake → option for majority takeover) • Earn-in/earn-out possible (shares based on performance, profit, or KPIs) • Financing can be arranged depending on the model Target scenario: short-term relief in day-to-day operations + a clear handover with a professional structure in the medium term.

We are seeking an entrepreneurial successor for an established specialty store in the premium segment in Frankfurt who will take over the business and continue to run it successfully. The store specializes in high-quality box-spring beds, pocket-coil mattresses, exclusive bedding and linens, as well as personalized sleep consultations. Its positioning in the upscale market segment, the existing business model, and the established brand provide a very solid foundation for continuing and further developing the business. We are seeking an entrepreneurial individual with strong sales skills, a service-oriented mindset, and an understanding of discerning customers. This opportunity is particularly well-suited for individuals who wish to be actively involved in the day-to-day operations of the business and further develop the location with dedication, sales expertise, and a commitment to high quality. At the same time, the model is also attractive to prospective buyers who wish to expand the existing concept in an entrepreneurial manner and manage it within a more sophisticated structure. The concept specifically targets a high-spending customer base in the premium segment, which maintains stable demand even during economically challenging times. At the same time, due to their customization, complexity, and the level of consultation required, the products are only to a limited extent comparable or substitutable online. This creates a sustainable point of differentiation from purely price-driven sales models and underscores the high relevance of in-store sales.

The company is a renowned boutique consulting firm in Frankfurt am Main with over 25 years of experience in providing strategic guidance to mid-sized companies. We support our clients in a pragmatic, results-oriented, and sustainable manner as they navigate market changes, improve profitability, and address issues related to structure, leadership, and growth. Our engagements include turnaround management, growth strategies, organizational optimization, and supporting controlling systems. Our clients particularly value the trusting collaboration, the clarity of our analyses, and our team’s high level of implementation expertise. Your responsibilities will include taking on project leadership in environments with sometimes challenging stakeholder dynamics, analyzing complex business situations to develop tailored solutions, leading project teams in close collaboration with decision-makers, and building and maintaining client relationships. We offer you the opportunity to actively shape the company’s development as a partner, a responsible role with significant impact on clients, and a collegial, experienced team with flat hierarchies.

A 61.3% majority stake is for sale in a management consulting firm that has been in business for over 16 years and specializes in freight forwarding and logistics companies. The GmbH, which operates nationwide, generates an average annual revenue of approximately €560,000 (2021–2025) with a staff of 2.4 full-time equivalents. Its consulting services focus on business management (costing, planning, profit and loss statements, digitalization), leadership, organization, and strategy, as well as succession and M&A processes. The company operates using a standardized, results-oriented business model. Compensation is primarily based on flat-rate, target-based fees (value-based fees) rather than daily rates—a clear unique selling point in the market. This is based on a consulting and success system developed over many years, featuring significant intangible assets, including a reference book, software tools, a nationwide cost database, a trade journal, ERFA groups, seminars, and an established brand. The system offers high repeatability, scalability, and minimal systemic dependence on specific individuals. Succession: The majority shareholder is stepping down completely. The co-shareholder (38.7%) will remain involved in day-to-day operations but will not have overall responsibility. A structured handover over 12–24 months, including the transfer of client relationships, market presence, and knowledge and methodology as part of the structured transition. Seeking: An operationally active, entrepreneurially minded successor (entrepreneur, executive, or MBI). Location-independent, operating nationwide.