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Shaping the Next 25 Years of Success, Worldwide
A quarter-century ago, Valtus was founded on a powerful conviction: companies needed experienced leaders to drive complex transformation, yet proven talent remained underutilized. What started as a French venture has grown into a truly global enterprise, committed to reshaping leadership. It is a happy coincidence that Management Factory, which has been part of the Valtus Group since 2022, was also founded 25 years ago. We…
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Operational Excellence as a strategic expansion of Management Factory’s portfolio
Financial distress often has its roots in operational processes. Economic stability and sustainable corporate development cannot be achieved through financial measures alone. To position companies for long-term competitiveness, Management Factory has expanded its service portfolio to include Operations and has systematically strengthened its activities in this area. Our Partner Roman Benedetto explains how Management Factory…
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Doing Business in Japan – Trust, Respect, and Long-Term Partnerships
Japan is one of the most demanding yet most reliable business partners worldwide. Those who wish to build successful business relationships in Japan need far more than a strong product or a solid strategy: respect, formality, and cultural sensitivity are essential success factors. For international leaders — particularly in executive interim management — understanding these…
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Welcome Switzerland
Management Factory Welcomes FS Partners to the Valtus Group With FS Partners joining the Valtus Group, the presence in the DACH region—comprising Management Factory in Austria, Valtus Germany in Germany, and now FS Partners in Switzerland—is complete. This enables companies across the region to receive even more comprehensive and cross-border support in the future. FS…
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Duke & Kay and STM Valtus combine their competences in Milan
Duke & Kay and Studio Temporary Manager™ – A Valtus Company, both already part of the Valtus Alliance, combine their competences and announce their merger into a single operating company based in Milan. This strategic synergy makes it possible to offer domestic and foreign companies an integrated service in the areas of restructuring, interim management,…
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How Interim Executives Shape Successful M&A Outcomes
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are notoriously complex, often involving intricate processes and significant organizational changes. Amidst these challenges, interim management has emerged as a crucial factor in steering M&A to successful outcomes. But how exactly do interim executives navigate these complexities, and what makes their role so pivotal during these transitions? Benoît Créneau CEO of…
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A network of restructuring managers at VALPEO & Valtus Alliance
As a BeNeLux partner of Valtus Alliance, the European leader in Executive Interim Management, we offer an extensive network of restructuring managers.VALPEO Executive Interim Management connects you with restructuring visionaries and leaders, equipped to steer your organisation toward growth and success during pivotal moments. We support our clients in critical situations on a national and…
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One team, breaking borders: Valtus’ 2024 international seminar in Stockholm
This week, the Valtus Group and Valtus Alliance teams from across the world were delighted to meet in Sweden for our annual international seminar. Over 3 days, more than 90 participants from 24 different countries gathered in Stockholm, home to one of our key offices. Such gatherings are powerful moments of collaboration, they are essential to…
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The Evolution of Interim Management in Central and Eastern Europe: A Cross-Cultural Perspective
In the following article, Bohuslav Lipovsky and Michaela Lipovska of CE Interim looks at the history and challenges faced by the interim management industry in the CEE region over the past 30+ years. Interim management in Central and Eastern Europe (CEE) has undergone tremendous evolution over the past few decades, shaped by historical, political, and…
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Six Tips to succeed in a Post-Merger Integration
In newsletter as well as through press releases we are constantly greeted with the news that company A has acquired company B. The future is always painted bright as to the position the new constellation will conquer. The market welcomes the initiative and expectations are built. Mergers and acquisitions (M&As) are often seen as a…
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