30. Stephan Seifert

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30. Stephan Seifert, President und CEO der Körber AG – Leadership Edition

Change from an industrial company to a technology company

How can established industrial expertise be combined with technology, digitalization, and global networking? How can such a profound transformation process be achieved and what does it mean for the portfolio, governance, and corporate culture? Stephan Seifert, President and CEO of Körber AG, discusses these topics with podcast hosts Joy Edwin Thanarajah and Harald R. Fortmann. During the conversation, Stephan Seifert shares his experiences and insights on the challenges and opportunities of digital transformation and the adaptability required in increasingly dynamic markets. The focus is on the roles of communication and coaching and the leadership's responsibility toward employees in a changing work environment. Seifert also provides insights into the long-term strategic direction of the industrial group, with the clear goal of positioning it as a technology leader.

Overview of the Contents of this Episode:

• Technological disruption is one of the key challenges
• Portfolio transformation is crucial for future viability
• Leadership requires authentic and transparent communication
• Employee satisfaction is crucial for corporate success
• The role of CEO requires continuous adaptability
• Coaching supports managers in their further development
• Long-term strategies remain indispensable even in dynamic times
• Diverse stakeholder groups require flexible communication
• Financial independence creates strategic room for maneuver
• The pace of innovation continues to increase, raising the pressure

Further Links:

• Stephan Seifert on Linkedin
• Körber AG Website
• Joy Edwin Thanarajah on Linkedin
• Harald R. Fortmann on Linkedin
• Harald R. Fortmann on Instagram
• Deininger Website
• Five14 Website
• Suits & Sneakers on Linkedin
• Suits & Sneakers 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.

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About this podcast production

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