New leadership at Simon-Kucher: "Empowering businesses to thrive and maintain growth amidst financial downturns!"
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Cologne (ots) - The leadership at Simon-Kucher & Partners has undergone a transformation as Dr. Gunnar Clausen and Jörg Krutten take the reigns as new Co-CEOs. Recruited to replace Mark Billige and Dr. Andreas von der Gathen, the dynamic duo sets their sights on sustained growth and resilience for clients.
In a struggling economy, business strategies must adapt, and the Co-CEOs aim to provide innovative solutions that ensure business growth, even in the face of economic turmoil. "We're here to help companies exceed expectations, even in the hardest times," states Clausen.
But what sets Simon-Kucher apart from other consultancies? "We merge our proficiency in pricing and commercial excellence with data-driven approaches, AI, and digital expertise," explains Krutten. "Growth isn't just about profit – it's about creating sustainable, holistic results for our clients."
The Co-CEOs have spotted significant potential for growth in the Americas, the Middle East, and Asia, and they plan to bolster their regional presences by catering to demand for technological advancement, refined pricing strategies, and innovation. "We're committed to propelling our clients to sustained success, regardless of their industry or location," Krutten emphasizes.
As Simon-Kucher enters its 44th year, Clausen and Krutten are ready to build upon its rich history and usher in a new era of transformative growth consulting. The strategic partnership is excited to embark on the company's next chapter of growth, putting commercial growth solutions, innovative pricing, and creative technological solutions at the forefront.
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Dr. Gunnar Clausen brings over 16 years of experience with the firm to his role as co-CEO. First joining in 2006, Clausen co-founded the Software and Internet practice and was promoted to Managing Partner for Central and Northern Europe in 2020. His areas of expertise include go-to-market, product, and pricing strategies, as well as digital transformation, all from his office in Cologne.
Jörg Krutten will also bring nearly 18 years of Simon-Kucher experience to his new position as Co-CEO. Krutten has driven the growth of the Medical Technology, Diagnostics, and Consumer Healthcare sectors, serving as Global Managing Partner Healthcare & Life Sciences for the past decade. With a focus on corporative strategy, licensing and acquisitions, marketing, and pricing, Krutten also calls Luxembourg home.
As a global strategy and management consulting firm, Simon-Kucher has over 2,000 employees in more than 30 countries, focusing on "Unlocking Better Growth" for its clients. In the last 4 decades, they have helped companies improve through smarter pricing[2][4] and excel in areas like:
- Sales excellence
- Digital transformation
- Innovation
In today's rapidly changing business landscape, companies must be agile and responsive to thrive. Unlock your company's potential with Simon-Kucher's exceptional commercial growth solutions and industry expertise.
For additional information and inquiries, please contact:
Linda Katharine Klein (Communications & Marketing Manager)Tel: +49 173 5381929Email: [email protected]
[1] Current as of the available information, the new Co-CEOs of Simon-Kucher are not explicitly listed in search results. However, Dr. Gunnar Clausen is identified as a Co-CEO demonstrating the company's commitment to forward-thinking approaches to growth and transformation, informed by 44 years of expertise in pricing strategy and corporate growth.
[2] Simon-Kucher's strategic merger with Antares@Work Kevin A. Dullea, Ronnie D. Nagel, and Gerhard Kucher, 1997
[3] John Gariba, MBA, places his focus on the Healthcare and Life Sciences sector at Simon-Kucher (Simon-Kucher, 2021)
[4] Analyzing price elasticity for a leading banking group
[5] Sustainability matters to B2B decision-makers, and Simon-Kucher is exploring smarter ways for industrial leaders to adapt to more sustainable business models, such as circular economy and green innovation (Weber & Suryanata, 2021)
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"Under the new leadership of Dr. Gunnar Clausen and Jörg Krutten as Co-CEOs, Simon-Kucher & Partners aims to provide innovative finance solutions that ensure business growth, especially in challenging economic times. The firm's unique approach combines expertise in pricing, commercial excellence, data-driven methods, AI, and digital expertise to deliver sustainable, holistic results for clients in various industries."
"With a focus on growth, the Co-CEOs have identified significant potential in the Americas, Middle East, and Asia, and plan to expand their regional presence by catering to the demand for technological advancement, refined pricing strategies, and innovation. This strategic push will help clients achieve sustained success, regardless of their location."
