33. Jörn Sturm

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33. Jörn Sturm, Managing Director of Hinz & Kunzt – Special Edition for Podcasthon 2026

Homelessness in Germany: Over a Million Homeless People

This episode of the Suits & Sneakers podcast addresses the issue of homelessness in Germany. It is part of Podcasthon 2026, a global initiative to raise awareness of social organizations. Over 50,000 people in Germany are homeless and live on the streets. The number of unreported homeless individuals is high. But what can we do about it? Poverty rarely begins on the streets but rather in the nursery. Can we call this prosperity?

Jörn Sturm, managing director of Hinz & Kunzt, discusses this issue with podcast host Harald R. Fortmann. Sturm explains the causes and facets of homelessness, his organization's role, and the challenges homeless people face. Sturm emphasizes that homelessness is often the result of a long chain of breakdowns and that social responsibility and individual action are crucial to addressing this issue. At the end of the episode, Jörn Sturm and Harald Fortmann discuss interacting with homeless individuals on the street and the importance of recognizing them as part of society.

Overview of the Contents of this Episode:‍

• Homelessness is often the end of a long chain of disruptions
• The number of homeless people who go unreported is difficult to determine
• Hinz & Kunzt offers more than just a street newspaper
• Supporting homeless people requires individual and social responsibility
• Art can change the way we view social issues
• There are too few services available for homeless people
• It is crucial that homeless people are perceived as human beings
• Everyone can do their part to help homeless people

Further Links:

• Jörn Sturm on Linkedin
• Hinz & Kunzt Website
• Hinz & Kunzt Donation-Website
• Harald R. Fortmann on Linkedin
• Harald R. Fortmann on Instagram
• Five14 Website
• Suits & Sneakers Podcast on Linkedin
• Suits & Sneakers Podcast on Instagram

About Suits & Sneakers

Suits & Sneakers is a podcast for decision-makers. In the Digital Edition, Harald R. Fortmann, Managing Director of the executive search consultancy Five14 and Vice President of the BDU, talks to leading professionals about topics such as digital transformation, artificial intelligence, e-commerce, new technologies and trends, and leadership in the digital age.

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 for the podcast was recorded by CHÉRINE DE BRUIN‍
• The Deininger podcast “Suits & Sneakers” is a TON.EINS production.