Senior Management | Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Expert in Operations Excellence, post-merger integration and commercial excellence in mid-market company groups and Private Equity portfolio companies.
With over a decade of experience at the intersection of strategy and operational execution, I specialise in scaling, process harmonisation and sustainable value creation across company groups and PE-backed platforms.
As a senior executive in private equity-backed groups, I have successfully delivered multiple complex post-merger integrations, turnaround processes and strategic scaling projects – always with the goal of combining operational and financial excellence.
My strength lies in combining strategic clarity with pragmatic execution – from concept to measurable impact in day-to-day operations, never losing sight of the fact that we work with people. Empathy and an authentic leadership style at eye level are, for me, the foundation for achieving lasting results.
Two company groups operationally scaled and decisively guided through to a successful exit.
Strategic, operational and commercial management of company groups with over 40 locations.
End-to-end management of complex change processes, restructurings and post-merger integrations in the private equity environment.
A respectful, people-first leadership style. Putting individuals at the centre to achieve lasting change together.
CEO & COO CEO & COO mandates for mid-market company groups and Private Equity portfolio companies.
Structured PMI processes, change management and harmonisation of structures and cultures.
Diagnosis, strategy and operational execution of recovery and growth programmes.
Revenue growth, margin improvement and strategic brand positioning – across industries.
Implementation of digital solutions and AI-driven processes to increase operational efficiency.
Operational scaling of decentralised network structures and multi-site organisations.
Overall responsibility for the brand strategy of around 40 dental laboratories, including the establishment of vision and mission. Introduction of a 24/7 shop with AI support and build-up of the DELABO.Ortho division. Support of the successful exit through strategic marketing and commercial excellence.
Implementation of a group-wide margin and efficiency programme across 14 dermatological sites in Germany.
Operational and financial overall responsibility. Management of M&A and PMI processes as well as active value creation within the exit strategy.
Further development and integration of decentralised company structures. Consulting on operational optimisation and strategic realignment.
Management of M&A target selection and PMI processes for sustained EBIT improvement. Build-up of a scalable operational infrastructure.
Native language
Business fluent
Whether growth, turnaround or post-merger integration: I am the right partner for operational execution and value creation. Let's talk.
gerrit@petersenconsulting.eu