26. Eva-Maria Bauch

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Eva-Maria Bauch, CEO Mediengruppe Oberfranken – Leadership Edition‍

“Curiosity and the desire to make a difference are what drive me.” – Eva-Maria Bauch, CEO of Mediengruppe Oberfranken

In our latest podcast episode, Eva-Maria Bauch talks to Joy Edwin Thanarajah, CEO of Deininger, and Harald R. Fortmann, Managing Director of five14, about her long career in the media industry, her early fascination with artificial intelligence, and how curiosity and the desire to learn have shaped her career and attitude toward new technologies.

Overview of the Contents of this Episode:

• Transformation encompasses not only digitalization and artificial intelligence, but also cultural changes
• Setting priorities is important in order to avoid being overwhelmed by change
• Curiosity and the desire to make a difference are crucial for leadership
• Managers should lead on an equal footing and take opinions into account
• Managers must be visible on social media

Further Links:

• Eva-Maria Bauch on Linkedin
• Mediengruppe Oberfranken Website
• Harald R. Fortmann on Linkedin‍
• Harald R. Fortmann on Instagram
• Joy Edwin Thanarajah on Linkedin
• Deininger Website‍
• Five14 Website‍‍
• Suits & Sneakers Podcast on Instagram

About Suits & Sneakers

Suits & Sneakers is a podcast for decision-makers. In the Leadership Edition, Deininger Group CEO Joy Edwin Thanarajah and Harald R. Fortmann, managing partner of the personnel consulting firm Five14, talk to leading executives about new working environments, changes in leadership, and their many years of experience in building and managing companies.

About Deininger

Deininger, headquartered in Frankfurt am Main, is one of the leading executive search consultancies in Germany and operates with a global network of partners. Since its foundation in 1981, Deininger has specialized in identifying and recruiting top executives for companies in a wide range of industries. With business and industry expertise, Deininger supports clients in filling key positions in a dynamic market environment and a changing business world. With many years of experience and a focus on quality and sustainability in cooperation, Deininger has established itself as a trusted partner for national and international companies, from start-ups to larger medium-sized companies and corporations. Deininger - Frankfurt, Berlin, Düsseldorf, Hamburg, China, Dubai, Great Britain, India, Poland and USA.

About Five14
Five14 is an executive search boutique that connects companies with individuals who shape change. From digital transformation to the age of AI, we identify executives who combine technological expertise, strategic vision, and cultural leadership.

Traditional “post and pray” recruiting no longer works here. Five14 stands for a new kind of search: targeted, discreet, networked, and always on equal footing. Our team - multiple award-winning consultants with decades of experience in marketing, sales, and corporate management in the digital industry - supports start-ups, medium-sized companies, and corporations in actively shaping the working world of tomorrow.

We make an impact, not just fill positions. As partners to our clients, we act openly, transparently, and in accordance with the principles of proper personnel consulting (BDU). Sustainability and social commitment are firmly anchored in our DNA: Since our founding, we have been climate-neutral and invest 14% of our profits in social projects.

Five14 – Executive Search for leaders who shape the future.

About this podcast production

• The intro voice-over of the podcast was recorded by Chérine De Bruin.
• The podcast “Suits & Sneakers” is a TON.EINS production.