Leadership assessments

Top management positions are critical. The right leader can drive transformation, develop markets, shape a sustainable culture - directly impacting the success of the organization. On the other hand, a poor appointment does not only cost money, but also undermines trust, motivation, and future viability.

For more than 30 years, I have conducted leadership assessments, as Executive Search consultant at the beginning of my career, as a management consultant at Hay Group and as HR Executive at Vishay Intertechnology.

To me, a modern assessment is much more than a selection process – it is a strategic investment in leadership and the future of the company, ensuring that value creation is sustainably increased through effective leadership.

I have carried out leadership assessments in various areas and with different objectives, such as the selection and development of executives, succession planning, as well as within the framework of transformation processes.

Assessments help to objectively evaluate and purposefully develop competencies, potential, and cultural fit of leaders. They foster value creation through strong leadership. As a result, transparency in decision-making will be increased and mismatches can be minimized.

The benefit of a leadership assessment lies particularly in ensuring business continuity by strengthening the leadership pipeline, making talent visible, and promoting it in a targeted way. At the same time, company values and leadership DNA are anchored, enabling the organization to remain future-ready and secure its value creation even during times of change and disruption.