Leadership at eye level<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Our management team<\/h2><\/div>The management team consists of the executive management, the partners and the advisory board and is complemented by senior advisors from various disciplines.<\/p>\n
All of them have many years of professional practice and a correspondingly extensive range of experience, based both on leading activities in industry and on consulting experience in strategic and operational projects in various industries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Management<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Christian](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Christian-Schauler.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Christian Schauler<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years. My professional focus is on optimizing processes along the entire value chain. After working for large consulting firms and the consulting subsidiary of an automotive group, we founded our own consulting company in 2006. In line with the motto \u201csize matters\u201d, we transferred our expertise and capacities to Fourmanagement GmbH in 2024.<\/p>\n
The internationally networked manufacturing industry with its large and small companies is the backbone of the German economy. We help our clients to maintain and improve their competitive position in difficult times with innovative ideas and support in their implementation. Making my contribution here is what drives me!<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in the optimization and transformation of value chains in the automotive and manufacturing industries, especially with the help of the new possibilities offered by the use of AI and machine learning with our technology start-up cnxtechnology.
\n<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: that\u2019s for others to judge, patience is certainly not one of them\u2026<\/li>\n
- Favourite area: Lake Garda \u2014 so close and yet almost Mediterranean\u2026<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: questioning finished concepts just before they are realized<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: I love outdoor activities like sailing (summer) and skiing (winter) to clear my head and get new ideas<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: I admit it \u2014 my iPhone<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: the white hair today was once actually red\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Christoph](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Christoph-Schrader.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Christoph Schrader<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering<\/div><\/div><\/div>My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering \u2014 initially in industry, then later in renowned consulting firms and since 2012 as managing partner of FourManagement GmbH.<\/p>\n
\u201cEnergy supply is the heart and lifeline of the German economy, therefore of immense importance and subject to massive change in the current decade!\u201d<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in almost all issues that concern an energy supplier.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: calmness and composure (comes increasingly with age)<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I don\u2019t have one because there is so much to see and experience.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: soccer and karting<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: five children, one wife, precision in statements and order-loving<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my car key<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I thought I could drive a car until I ended up in the gravel trap.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Dr.](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Gerrit-Buss.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Dr. Gerrit Buss<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry,\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement GmbH in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry, I actually only wanted to stay for about 2 years. This did not work because I really enjoy \u201cmy vocation\u201d. The special thing about consulting for me is that I continuously get to know new and exciting people, with whom I jointly (further) develop or optimize topics in such a way that new values are created.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy and reorganizations as well as for sales<\/strong>.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: a positive attitude<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: D\u00fcsseldorf, this is where I always come back to<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: water sports destinations<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: running gear in my travel bag<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my smartphone as mobile office<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: efficiency can become a vice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Partners<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Carsten](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Carsten-Gropp.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Carsten Gropp<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions. After my studies of business administration at the\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Dr.](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Christoph-Ebensperger.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Dr. Christoph Ebensperger <\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years. <\/p>\n
After working for renowned consulting firms, I have been Managing Partner of CNX Consulting Partners GmbH since 2012 and Managing Director of cnxtechnology GmbH since 2020. I have been contributing my expertise and skills to FourManagement since 2024.<\/p>\n
What drives me is to work with people to tackle the challenges and problems that businesses face in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n
At 4M I am an expert in<\/strong>
\n\u2026supply chain, logistics and production issues.<\/strong>
\n\u2026innovative conceptual approaches and operational support in the form of task forces<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: bringing structure where there is confusion<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: definitely Paris, even if my French reaches its limits there<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: good food, white wine and quince jelly<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: family man and dog lover<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: paper for scribbling, even in times of electronic aids<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I\u2019d actually like to be McGyver \u2014 if there\u2019s something to be repaired, I like to pull out my Swiss army knife straight away!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Dennis](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Denis-Kuehn.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Dennis K\u00fchn<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers.
\nDuring my studies of the \u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers. During my studies of industrial engineering electr. Energy Technology at RWTH Aachen University, I worked scientifically on regulatory changes and the economic viability of grid-friendly energy solutions, while at the same time supporting initial projects for energy suppliers.<\/p>\n
I joined FourManagement in 2018 as a junior consultant and am now a partner, responsible for various consulting mandates and clients in the energy industry. During this time, I was able to implement a wide range of projects in (almost) all stages of the energy value chain for my clients and was always delighted to see what a successful project could achieve.<\/p>\n
Whether it is developing the most promising business models, creating the necessary skills or improving organisational effectiveness for the economic success of a company, I believe it is critical to consider how these changes will affect the everyday lives of every employee.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy<\/strong>, organisation and transformation consulting in the energy industry.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: A cool head<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: Annecy<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: flying without a motor<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: paperless<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: Variometer<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I often estimate the time very well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
![\"Markus](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Team-Markus-Krambs.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Markus Krambs<\/span>Senior Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago. After a first exciting\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago.<\/p>\n
After an exciting first internship semester in corporate development and my diploma thesis on the (then) envisaged direct marketing of renewable energies, I had a very good start in one of the TOP energy groups. As a generalist, I was initially responsible for the introduction of process management in the distribution network and in metering point operation, and as a young employee I was already able to accompany many exciting projects. Subsequently, I was a senior consultant in an IT consultancy for three years, which enabled me to supplement my technical and process knowledge with IT skills.<\/p>\n
I have been with 4M since 2016 and am primarily responsible for consulting mandates in the network and metering point environment. Over the years, topics such as energy supply, digitalization, and sustainability have increasingly come into political and social focus. I am also increasingly motivated to make my personal contribution to the energy transition in my private and professional life. I succeed in doing so in varied projects at small municipal utilities, large energy companies, grid, and metering point operators, as well as start-ups.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy development, process consulting as well as digitalization and innovation management for grid and metering point operators.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: empathy and the will to change things for the better.<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I tend to be happy in the mountains, but Barcelona is also quite nice.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: socializing and delicious food<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: a lot of main hair and tidiness<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: good shoes<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: after more than 30 years of life, I have finally arrived in a scenic region that celebrates my birthday excessively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Advisory Board<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>![\"Dr.](\"https:\/\/fourmanagement.de\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/4M-Beirat-Dr.Joachim-Schneide.png\")
<\/div><\/div>Dr. Joachim Schneider<\/span>Advisory Board<\/span><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization. I am particularly passionate about innovation topics for aligning networks with future supply tasks.<\/p>\n
I studied \u201cElectrical Power Engineering\u201d at the TH Darmstadt and then earned my doctorate in the field of energy economics \/ electrical grids at the RWTH Aachen.<\/p>\n
For more than 10 years, I held various management positions in industry at an international electrical engineering company and a large service company for electricity, gas, and telecommunications networks. This experience is complemented by extensive knowledge in energy economics and regulation. I was responsible for both topics for a European energy supplier for many years.<\/p>\n
I have over 30 years of professional experience in all these areas, including around 15 years in management and board positions in the energy industry. For many years, I have also been active in national and international technical committees, supervisory boards and associations and can thus draw on an extensive network of personal contacts.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I support the management team as an advisory board member in all matters relating to the planning and operation of energy supply networks, innovation, and the digitalization of business processes.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: never getting loud and always looking for a solution<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: there are many fascinating cities in the world, and I have always loved to travel<\/li>\n
- Specialist in: new technologies and innovations in electrical networks<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: Family man and love for good books<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my Apple devices<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: engineer is still my dream job<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our management team<\/h2><\/div>The management team consists of the executive management, the partners and the advisory board and is complemented by senior advisors from various disciplines.<\/p>\n
All of them have many years of professional practice and a correspondingly extensive range of experience, based both on leading activities in industry and on consulting experience in strategic and operational projects in various industries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Management<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Christian Schauler<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years. My professional focus is on optimizing processes along the entire value chain. After working for large consulting firms and the consulting subsidiary of an automotive group, we founded our own consulting company in 2006. In line with the motto \u201csize matters\u201d, we transferred our expertise and capacities to Fourmanagement GmbH in 2024.<\/p>\n
The internationally networked manufacturing industry with its large and small companies is the backbone of the German economy. We help our clients to maintain and improve their competitive position in difficult times with innovative ideas and support in their implementation. Making my contribution here is what drives me!<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in the optimization and transformation of value chains in the automotive and manufacturing industries, especially with the help of the new possibilities offered by the use of AI and machine learning with our technology start-up cnxtechnology.
\n<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: that\u2019s for others to judge, patience is certainly not one of them\u2026<\/li>\n
- Favourite area: Lake Garda \u2014 so close and yet almost Mediterranean\u2026<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: questioning finished concepts just before they are realized<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: I love outdoor activities like sailing (summer) and skiing (winter) to clear my head and get new ideas<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: I admit it \u2014 my iPhone<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: the white hair today was once actually red\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Christoph Schrader<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering<\/div><\/div><\/div>
My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering \u2014 initially in industry, then later in renowned consulting firms and since 2012 as managing partner of FourManagement GmbH.<\/p>\n
\u201cEnergy supply is the heart and lifeline of the German economy, therefore of immense importance and subject to massive change in the current decade!\u201d<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in almost all issues that concern an energy supplier.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: calmness and composure (comes increasingly with age)<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I don\u2019t have one because there is so much to see and experience.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: soccer and karting<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: five children, one wife, precision in statements and order-loving<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my car key<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I thought I could drive a car until I ended up in the gravel trap.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Gerrit Buss<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry,\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>
I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement GmbH in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry, I actually only wanted to stay for about 2 years. This did not work because I really enjoy \u201cmy vocation\u201d. The special thing about consulting for me is that I continuously get to know new and exciting people, with whom I jointly (further) develop or optimize topics in such a way that new values are created.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy and reorganizations as well as for sales<\/strong>.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: a positive attitude<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: D\u00fcsseldorf, this is where I always come back to<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: water sports destinations<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: running gear in my travel bag<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my smartphone as mobile office<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: efficiency can become a vice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Partners<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Carsten Gropp<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions. After my studies of business administration at the\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>
I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Christoph Ebensperger <\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>
My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years. <\/p>\n
After working for renowned consulting firms, I have been Managing Partner of CNX Consulting Partners GmbH since 2012 and Managing Director of cnxtechnology GmbH since 2020. I have been contributing my expertise and skills to FourManagement since 2024.<\/p>\n
What drives me is to work with people to tackle the challenges and problems that businesses face in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n
At 4M I am an expert in<\/strong>
\n\u2026supply chain, logistics and production issues.<\/strong>
\n\u2026innovative conceptual approaches and operational support in the form of task forces<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: bringing structure where there is confusion<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: definitely Paris, even if my French reaches its limits there<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: good food, white wine and quince jelly<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: family man and dog lover<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: paper for scribbling, even in times of electronic aids<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I\u2019d actually like to be McGyver \u2014 if there\u2019s something to be repaired, I like to pull out my Swiss army knife straight away!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dennis K\u00fchn<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers.
\nDuring my studies of the \u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers. During my studies of industrial engineering electr. Energy Technology at RWTH Aachen University, I worked scientifically on regulatory changes and the economic viability of grid-friendly energy solutions, while at the same time supporting initial projects for energy suppliers.<\/p>\n
I joined FourManagement in 2018 as a junior consultant and am now a partner, responsible for various consulting mandates and clients in the energy industry. During this time, I was able to implement a wide range of projects in (almost) all stages of the energy value chain for my clients and was always delighted to see what a successful project could achieve.<\/p>\n
Whether it is developing the most promising business models, creating the necessary skills or improving organisational effectiveness for the economic success of a company, I believe it is critical to consider how these changes will affect the everyday lives of every employee.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy<\/strong>, organisation and transformation consulting in the energy industry.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: A cool head<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: Annecy<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: flying without a motor<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: paperless<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: Variometer<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I often estimate the time very well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Markus Krambs<\/span>Senior Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago. After a first exciting\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>
I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago.<\/p>\n
After an exciting first internship semester in corporate development and my diploma thesis on the (then) envisaged direct marketing of renewable energies, I had a very good start in one of the TOP energy groups. As a generalist, I was initially responsible for the introduction of process management in the distribution network and in metering point operation, and as a young employee I was already able to accompany many exciting projects. Subsequently, I was a senior consultant in an IT consultancy for three years, which enabled me to supplement my technical and process knowledge with IT skills.<\/p>\n
I have been with 4M since 2016 and am primarily responsible for consulting mandates in the network and metering point environment. Over the years, topics such as energy supply, digitalization, and sustainability have increasingly come into political and social focus. I am also increasingly motivated to make my personal contribution to the energy transition in my private and professional life. I succeed in doing so in varied projects at small municipal utilities, large energy companies, grid, and metering point operators, as well as start-ups.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy development, process consulting as well as digitalization and innovation management for grid and metering point operators.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: empathy and the will to change things for the better.<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I tend to be happy in the mountains, but Barcelona is also quite nice.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: socializing and delicious food<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: a lot of main hair and tidiness<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: good shoes<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: after more than 30 years of life, I have finally arrived in a scenic region that celebrates my birthday excessively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Advisory Board<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Joachim Schneider<\/span>Advisory Board<\/span><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization. I am particularly passionate about innovation topics for aligning networks with future supply tasks.<\/p>\n
I studied \u201cElectrical Power Engineering\u201d at the TH Darmstadt and then earned my doctorate in the field of energy economics \/ electrical grids at the RWTH Aachen.<\/p>\n
For more than 10 years, I held various management positions in industry at an international electrical engineering company and a large service company for electricity, gas, and telecommunications networks. This experience is complemented by extensive knowledge in energy economics and regulation. I was responsible for both topics for a European energy supplier for many years.<\/p>\n
I have over 30 years of professional experience in all these areas, including around 15 years in management and board positions in the energy industry. For many years, I have also been active in national and international technical committees, supervisory boards and associations and can thus draw on an extensive network of personal contacts.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I support the management team as an advisory board member in all matters relating to the planning and operation of energy supply networks, innovation, and the digitalization of business processes.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: never getting loud and always looking for a solution<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: there are many fascinating cities in the world, and I have always loved to travel<\/li>\n
- Specialist in: new technologies and innovations in electrical networks<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: Family man and love for good books<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my Apple devices<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: engineer is still my dream job<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
The management team consists of the executive management, the partners and the advisory board and is complemented by senior advisors from various disciplines.<\/p>\n
All of them have many years of professional practice and a correspondingly extensive range of experience, based both on leading activities in industry and on consulting experience in strategic and operational projects in various industries.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Management<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Christian Schauler<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years. My professional focus is on optimizing processes along the entire value chain. After working for large consulting firms and the consulting subsidiary of an automotive group, we founded our own consulting company in 2006. In line with the motto \u201csize matters\u201d, we transferred our expertise and capacities to Fourmanagement GmbH in 2024.<\/p>\n
The internationally networked manufacturing industry with its large and small companies is the backbone of the German economy. We help our clients to maintain and improve their competitive position in difficult times with innovative ideas and support in their implementation. Making my contribution here is what drives me!<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in the optimization and transformation of value chains in the automotive and manufacturing industries, especially with the help of the new possibilities offered by the use of AI and machine learning with our technology start-up cnxtechnology.
\n<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: that\u2019s for others to judge, patience is certainly not one of them\u2026<\/li>\n
- Favourite area: Lake Garda \u2014 so close and yet almost Mediterranean\u2026<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: questioning finished concepts just before they are realized<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: I love outdoor activities like sailing (summer) and skiing (winter) to clear my head and get new ideas<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: I admit it \u2014 my iPhone<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: the white hair today was once actually red\u2026<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Christoph Schrader<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering<\/div><\/div><\/div>
My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering \u2014 initially in industry, then later in renowned consulting firms and since 2012 as managing partner of FourManagement GmbH.<\/p>\n
\u201cEnergy supply is the heart and lifeline of the German economy, therefore of immense importance and subject to massive change in the current decade!\u201d<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in almost all issues that concern an energy supplier.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: calmness and composure (comes increasingly with age)<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I don\u2019t have one because there is so much to see and experience.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: soccer and karting<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: five children, one wife, precision in statements and order-loving<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my car key<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I thought I could drive a car until I ended up in the gravel trap.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Gerrit Buss<\/span>Managing Director<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry,\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>
I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement GmbH in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry, I actually only wanted to stay for about 2 years. This did not work because I really enjoy \u201cmy vocation\u201d. The special thing about consulting for me is that I continuously get to know new and exciting people, with whom I jointly (further) develop or optimize topics in such a way that new values are created.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy and reorganizations as well as for sales<\/strong>.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: a positive attitude<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: D\u00fcsseldorf, this is where I always come back to<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: water sports destinations<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: running gear in my travel bag<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my smartphone as mobile office<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: efficiency can become a vice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Partners<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Carsten Gropp<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions. After my studies of business administration at the\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>
I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions.
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n
In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: great wealth of intercultural experience<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: always where I am at the moment. But I love Munich, London, Milan, Barcelona, Edinburgh and Vancouver.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: skiing and chopping wood<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: many household members (family with children, dogs, cat, chickens etc.), always a new business idea, jogging<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my business idea memory<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: when I thought I was at my destination, it was just a waypoint in a different direction.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Christoph Ebensperger <\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>
My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years. <\/p>\n
After working for renowned consulting firms, I have been Managing Partner of CNX Consulting Partners GmbH since 2012 and Managing Director of cnxtechnology GmbH since 2020. I have been contributing my expertise and skills to FourManagement since 2024.<\/p>\n
What drives me is to work with people to tackle the challenges and problems that businesses face in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n
At 4M I am an expert in<\/strong>
\n\u2026supply chain, logistics and production issues.<\/strong>
\n\u2026innovative conceptual approaches and operational support in the form of task forces<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: bringing structure where there is confusion<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: definitely Paris, even if my French reaches its limits there<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: good food, white wine and quince jelly<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: family man and dog lover<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: paper for scribbling, even in times of electronic aids<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I\u2019d actually like to be McGyver \u2014 if there\u2019s something to be repaired, I like to pull out my Swiss army knife straight away!<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dennis K\u00fchn<\/span>Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers.
\nDuring my studies of the \u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers. During my studies of industrial engineering electr. Energy Technology at RWTH Aachen University, I worked scientifically on regulatory changes and the economic viability of grid-friendly energy solutions, while at the same time supporting initial projects for energy suppliers.<\/p>\n
I joined FourManagement in 2018 as a junior consultant and am now a partner, responsible for various consulting mandates and clients in the energy industry. During this time, I was able to implement a wide range of projects in (almost) all stages of the energy value chain for my clients and was always delighted to see what a successful project could achieve.<\/p>\n
Whether it is developing the most promising business models, creating the necessary skills or improving organisational effectiveness for the economic success of a company, I believe it is critical to consider how these changes will affect the everyday lives of every employee.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy<\/strong>, organisation and transformation consulting in the energy industry.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: A cool head<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: Annecy<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: flying without a motor<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: paperless<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: Variometer<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: I often estimate the time very well<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Markus Krambs<\/span>Senior Partner<\/span><\/div><\/a><\/a><\/div><\/div><\/div>I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago. After a first exciting\u2026 <\/div><\/div><\/div>
I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago.<\/p>\n
After an exciting first internship semester in corporate development and my diploma thesis on the (then) envisaged direct marketing of renewable energies, I had a very good start in one of the TOP energy groups. As a generalist, I was initially responsible for the introduction of process management in the distribution network and in metering point operation, and as a young employee I was already able to accompany many exciting projects. Subsequently, I was a senior consultant in an IT consultancy for three years, which enabled me to supplement my technical and process knowledge with IT skills.<\/p>\n
I have been with 4M since 2016 and am primarily responsible for consulting mandates in the network and metering point environment. Over the years, topics such as energy supply, digitalization, and sustainability have increasingly come into political and social focus. I am also increasingly motivated to make my personal contribution to the energy transition in my private and professional life. I succeed in doing so in varied projects at small municipal utilities, large energy companies, grid, and metering point operators, as well as start-ups.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in strategy development, process consulting as well as digitalization and innovation management for grid and metering point operators.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: empathy and the will to change things for the better.<\/li>\n
- Favourite city: I tend to be happy in the mountains, but Barcelona is also quite nice.<\/li>\n
- Specialist for: socializing and delicious food<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: a lot of main hair and tidiness<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: good shoes<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: after more than 30 years of life, I have finally arrived in a scenic region that celebrates my birthday excessively<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
Our Advisory Board<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>Dr. Joachim Schneider<\/span>Advisory Board<\/span><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization\u2026<\/div><\/div><\/div>I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization. I am particularly passionate about innovation topics for aligning networks with future supply tasks.<\/p>\n
I studied \u201cElectrical Power Engineering\u201d at the TH Darmstadt and then earned my doctorate in the field of energy economics \/ electrical grids at the RWTH Aachen.<\/p>\n
For more than 10 years, I held various management positions in industry at an international electrical engineering company and a large service company for electricity, gas, and telecommunications networks. This experience is complemented by extensive knowledge in energy economics and regulation. I was responsible for both topics for a European energy supplier for many years.<\/p>\n
I have over 30 years of professional experience in all these areas, including around 15 years in management and board positions in the energy industry. For many years, I have also been active in national and international technical committees, supervisory boards and associations and can thus draw on an extensive network of personal contacts.<\/p>\n
At 4M, I support the management team as an advisory board member in all matters relating to the planning and operation of energy supply networks, innovation, and the digitalization of business processes.<\/strong><\/p>\nWhat else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n- Greatest strength: never getting loud and always looking for a solution<\/li>\n
- Favorite city: there are many fascinating cities in the world, and I have always loved to travel<\/li>\n
- Specialist in: new technologies and innovations in electrical networks<\/li>\n
- Special characteristics: Family man and love for good books<\/li>\n
- Most important equipment: my Apple devices<\/li>\n
- Best anecdote or fact about me: engineer is still my dream job<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>
<\/div><\/div>With my background as a mechanical and industrial engineer, I have been working in the automotive and manufacturing industry for many years. My professional focus is on optimizing processes along the entire value chain. After working for large consulting firms and the consulting subsidiary of an automotive group, we founded our own consulting company in 2006. In line with the motto \u201csize matters\u201d, we transferred our expertise and capacities to Fourmanagement GmbH in 2024.<\/p>\n
The internationally networked manufacturing industry with its large and small companies is the backbone of the German economy. We help our clients to maintain and improve their competitive position in difficult times with innovative ideas and support in their implementation. Making my contribution here is what drives me!<\/p>\n
At 4M, I am an expert in the optimization and transformation of value chains in the automotive and manufacturing industries, especially with the help of the new possibilities offered by the use of AI and machine learning with our technology start-up cnxtechnology. What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n My industry is energy supply, in which I have been involved in design, operations and consulting for over 25 years since graduating from RWTH Aachen University with a degree in electrical engineering \u2014 initially in industry, then later in renowned consulting firms and since 2012 as managing partner of FourManagement GmbH.<\/p>\n \u201cEnergy supply is the heart and lifeline of the German economy, therefore of immense importance and subject to massive change in the current decade!\u201d<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in almost all issues that concern an energy supplier.<\/strong><\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n I am Gerrit and founded FourManagement GmbH in 2012 together with Christoph. When I started as a consultant at Management Engineers in 2001 after successfully completing my PhD in electrochemistry, I actually only wanted to stay for about 2 years. This did not work because I really enjoy \u201cmy vocation\u201d. The special thing about consulting for me is that I continuously get to know new and exciting people, with whom I jointly (further) develop or optimize topics in such a way that new values are created.<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in strategy and reorganizations as well as for sales<\/strong>.<\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions. In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n I stand for projects around business development, growth and creating the necessary organizational conditions. In the field of energy supply, I am an expert in electricity production from renewable sources, innovative business models and the transformation to a climate-neutral future. My conviction is that with the right framework conditions, we can change our economy innovatively and creatively so that we can conserve natural resources and provide future generations with a future worth living. The transformation of the economy needs strong co-thinkers. We should preserve values, not business models.<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in innovation, change processes and transformations, and sustainable business.<\/strong> I am primarily responsible for consulting services related to innovation and growth management, mergers & acquisitions and due diligences and serve clients in the hydrogen industry and the renewable energy sector.<\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n My scientific background helps me to see the big picture and still pay attention to details. After a few years of industrial experience, I have been helping companies in the manufacturing industries with strategic and operational issues for 25 years. <\/p>\n After working for renowned consulting firms, I have been Managing Partner of CNX Consulting Partners GmbH since 2012 and Managing Director of cnxtechnology GmbH since 2020. I have been contributing my expertise and skills to FourManagement since 2024.<\/p>\n What drives me is to work with people to tackle the challenges and problems that businesses face in a sustainable way.<\/p>\n At 4M I am an expert in<\/strong> What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n For more than 10 years, I have been fascinated by the diverse market dynamics of the energy industry and the resulting changes in energy providers. During my studies of industrial engineering electr. Energy Technology at RWTH Aachen University, I worked scientifically on regulatory changes and the economic viability of grid-friendly energy solutions, while at the same time supporting initial projects for energy suppliers.<\/p>\n I joined FourManagement in 2018 as a junior consultant and am now a partner, responsible for various consulting mandates and clients in the energy industry. During this time, I was able to implement a wide range of projects in (almost) all stages of the energy value chain for my clients and was always delighted to see what a successful project could achieve.<\/p>\n Whether it is developing the most promising business models, creating the necessary skills or improving organisational effectiveness for the economic success of a company, I believe it is critical to consider how these changes will affect the everyday lives of every employee.<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in strategy<\/strong>, organisation and transformation consulting in the energy industry.<\/strong><\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n I discovered my interest in the energy industry while studying to be an industrial engineer and turned it into a profession over 12 years ago.<\/p>\n After an exciting first internship semester in corporate development and my diploma thesis on the (then) envisaged direct marketing of renewable energies, I had a very good start in one of the TOP energy groups. As a generalist, I was initially responsible for the introduction of process management in the distribution network and in metering point operation, and as a young employee I was already able to accompany many exciting projects. Subsequently, I was a senior consultant in an IT consultancy for three years, which enabled me to supplement my technical and process knowledge with IT skills.<\/p>\n I have been with 4M since 2016 and am primarily responsible for consulting mandates in the network and metering point environment. Over the years, topics such as energy supply, digitalization, and sustainability have increasingly come into political and social focus. I am also increasingly motivated to make my personal contribution to the energy transition in my private and professional life. I succeed in doing so in varied projects at small municipal utilities, large energy companies, grid, and metering point operators, as well as start-ups.<\/p>\n At 4M, I am an expert in strategy development, process consulting as well as digitalization and innovation management for grid and metering point operators.<\/strong><\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n I am an engineer and energy technician at heart with a soft spot for all topics related to electricity, gas, and water networks, be it planning issues or challenges in operation. This includes, in particular, the automation of processes and comprehensive digitalization. I am particularly passionate about innovation topics for aligning networks with future supply tasks.<\/p>\n I studied \u201cElectrical Power Engineering\u201d at the TH Darmstadt and then earned my doctorate in the field of energy economics \/ electrical grids at the RWTH Aachen.<\/p>\n For more than 10 years, I held various management positions in industry at an international electrical engineering company and a large service company for electricity, gas, and telecommunications networks. This experience is complemented by extensive knowledge in energy economics and regulation. I was responsible for both topics for a European energy supplier for many years.<\/p>\n I have over 30 years of professional experience in all these areas, including around 15 years in management and board positions in the energy industry. For many years, I have also been active in national and international technical committees, supervisory boards and associations and can thus draw on an extensive network of personal contacts.<\/p>\n At 4M, I support the management team as an advisory board member in all matters relating to the planning and operation of energy supply networks, innovation, and the digitalization of business processes.<\/strong><\/p>\n What else is there about me?<\/strong><\/p>\n
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Our Partners<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n\n
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\nAfter studying business administration at the TU Berlin, I got to know many industries and companies. For ten years I built up, managed and finally successfully sold my company in the health care sector. I also developed energy projects around photovoltaics and biogas.<\/p>\n\n
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\n\u2026supply chain, logistics and production issues.<\/strong>
\n\u2026innovative conceptual approaches and operational support in the form of task forces<\/strong><\/p>\n\n
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Our Advisory Board<\/h2><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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