Driving Your Business to the Next Level

You know your market. You’ve built something strong. But to stay ahead, today’s midsized manufacturers must think bigger: transform with purpose, grow internationally, and lead on sustainability.

Whether you’re exploring new markets, rethinking your model, or aligning profits with planet—this is your moment.

The ROI of Transformation

With the right partner, transformation becomes a strategic investment. For less than 1–2% of your annual turnover, you can unlock:

✔ 10–15% new revenue potential
✔ 20–30% cost savings through resource efficiency
✔ Stronger positioning, higher company valuation
✔ More confidence in a complex, fast-changing world

Let’s take your business from resilient to trailblazing. Future-ready. Future-leading.

Transformation traditioneller Industrie
Dr. Hundertmark | Sustainable Business Consultancy | USA

Align Your Business Model with the Future. Boost Competitiveness and Drive Profits.

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About Me

My Expertise…

Transformation Support
Strategic guidance for sustainable change—across business model, culture, and operations. As your sparring partner, I bring clarity and momentum to your transformation journey, grounded in deep industry know-how.

Circular Business Models
From linear to circular: I help you unlock hidden value with models like product-as-a-service, resource efficiency, and material loops. Designed for manufacturers ready to lead in profitability and sustainability.

International Expansion & Global Growth
As a partner from the industry, I know what it takes to grow beyond borders. With hands-on experience scaling manufacturing operations across Europe, North America, and beyond, I support mid-sized companies in becoming global market leaders—step by step, opportunity by opportunity.

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The process

Ideally my customers work with me over a period of 6 months to a year. A continous change process can take place while we implement your sustainablity strategy and create a new reality.

 

Step 1: Let’s Talk

Every journey starts with a conversation. Book a virtual coffee break with me to see if we’re the right match. You’ll receive a customized program proposal that fits your goals, timeline, and availability. Ready to dive into new ideas?

Step 2: Vision meets Reality

We define where you want to go—both for your business and for yourself. I’ll conduct a GAP analysis, auditing your current setup and aligning it with your future vision. This is the strategic foundation for all that follows.

Step 3: Action with Impact

Together, we take on clear tasks and make focused decisions—to improve your business performance and enhance your quality of life. This is where transformation becomes tangible, practical, and deeply personal.

Step 4: Real-World Application

Now, we put change into motion. You’ll apply new tools and strategies directly in your business and personal routine—and let them run for a few weeks to gather insights and results.

Step 5: Review and Refine

We evaluate what’s working, what’s not, and fine-tune accordingly. Sustainable transformation takes time, and this step ensures that your strategy remains effective and adaptable—built to last.

Step 6: Long-Term Sparring Partner

Our collaboration doesn’t have to end. As your trusted advisor and sparring partner, I’m here whenever you need an external perspective, strategic impulse, or just someone to challenge your thinking.

 FAQs

  • I speak your language—because I come from the industrial Mittelstand myself. With over 15 years of experience in business development, international expansion, and sustainable transformation, I bring deep operational insight, strategic thinking, and the drive to move things forward.

    I support you in developing a robust, future-ready sustainability strategy that doesn’t just tick boxes—but creates real business value.

    What sets me apart is a combination of entrepreneurial thinking, international perspective, and the ability to turn vision into actionable, bottom-line results. I bring in fresh ideas and challenge the status quo—always with your market position and profitability in mind.

    And yes, I especially enjoy empowering women in business—because leadership needs diversity and perspective.

  • Strategic transformation requires continuity and focus. That’s why I typically work with clients over a period of 6 to 12 months—long enough to develop, implement, and solidify the changes we define together. We tackle concrete projects: whether it's international expansion, market repositioning, or embedding sustainability into your core business model.

    Our collaboration is hands-on and tailored to your specific needs. You gain a reliable external advisor who understands your industry and thinks like an entrepreneur. I bring structure, clear recommendations, and honest feedback—so you can make informed, confident decisions.

    Even after the initial project phase, I remain available as your strategic sparring partner. Many of my clients appreciate having a long-term, trusted counterpart they can count on—especially when navigating complex changes or entering new markets.

    This is the right program for you if you're ready to invest in the long-term competitiveness of your company and want a partner who combines industrial know-how with global experience and a clear view of what makes a business future-proof.

  • Ideally my customers would work with me over a period of 6 months to a year, to enable a follow through and lead to success of the strategic project we're working on together.

  • You want to keep your edge—innovative, resilient, and ready for global growth.


    You know that long-term success doesn’t come from standing still—but from staying ahead of change and continuously evolving your business.

    If you're leading a mid-sized industrial company and aiming to strengthen your market position through transformation, international expansion, or a clear sustainability strategy, then you're already on the right track.

    What you need to get started is:

    • the openness to challenge familiar patterns,

    • the ambition to lead—not follow—your industry,

    • and the willingness to align short-term decisions with a long-term vision.

    Together, we’ll work on future-proofing your business—practically, strategically, and globally.
    You bring the drive. I bring the roadmap, the experience, and the clarity to get you there.

  • Why I do what I do?

    I believe that mid-sized companies are one of the greatest forces for good—not just as the backbone of our economy, but as engines of innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. They are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful transformation from the inside out.

    As an entrepreneur, shareholder, and mother of two, my mission goes beyond profit.
    I am committed to building bridges between economic success and ecological responsibility—because I believe the two belong together. A truly sustainable business strategy is not only the path to long-term profitability, but also the foundation for a healthier, more balanced way of working and living.

    Climate change is the defining challenge of our time.
    And it's not just a political or scientific issue—it’s a business imperative. As leaders, we have the responsibility and the power to act now.

    My passion is to support industrial leaders and family-owned businesses in expanding, innovating, and future-proofing their companies—with purpose and clarity. I want to inspire a new generation of business decisions: ones that align with both the heart and the bottom line.

    Because what we build today will define the world our children inherit tomorrow.

  • This program is designed for decision-makers in mid-sized, industrial, family-owned companies who are ready to take their business to the next level—not just in size, but in purpose, resilience, and global positioning.

    You’re a great fit if:

    • Your company generates over €1 million in annual turnover

    • You’re proud of your legacy—but know your business model needs to evolve to stay relevant in a changing world

    • You feel the pressure of rising resource costs, growing compliance demands (ESG, CSRD), and shifting customer expectations

    • You want to future-proof your company with a clear sustainability and innovation strategy—without falling into greenwashing or losing sight of profitability

    • You’re not just chasing the next quarter’s numbers—you think in generations, not quarters

    This is not a cookie-cutter coaching program. It’s a strategic partnership.
    Together, we’ll analyze your current business model, define a path toward more sustainable, efficient growth, and implement it step-by-step—so that your company can remain an innovation leader in your niche, globally and long-term.

    Are you ready to align your business with your values—and build the foundation for a next-generation legacy?

  • I’m not in this to count hours—I’m here to help you make a real difference in your business performance and long-term competitiveness.

    That’s why I prefer to define the scope, goals, and intention of our collaboration clearly from the start. Based on that, I calculate the time and resources needed to deliver meaningful, sustainable results—not just quick fixes.

    In most cases, I offer project-based packages with the option to add further services as we move forward. My hourly rate varies depending on the complexity and topic, typically ranging between €250 and €350.

    Let’s align on the value we want to create—and then build the right framework around it.

    📩 Feel free to contact me directly at heike@drhundertmark.com for tailored options.

A few things about me…

  • I am a passionate entrepreneur with a wide range of perspectives from being a shareholder, founder, co-founder and employee.

  • I understand sustainability as part of business strategy creating new opportunities

  • I aim to create long lasting relationships and profitable businesses.

  • My work is practical and result driven as I walk the talk.

  • Transformation starts top down and continues bottom up.

  • Mindset is key to success.

  • I embrace diverse cultures and perspectives supporting my clients in international expansion and international collaboration.

  Business case or not? What external sources say:

  1. Strategic Clarity & Focus
    Companies with a clear transformation strategy are 2.5× more likely to outperform their peers in revenue growth and profitability (McKinsey, 2021).

  2. Business Model Innovation

    Shifting to a circular business model can reduce material costs by 20–30% and open new revenue streams worth up to 10–15% of annual turnover within 3–5 years (Ellen MacArthur Foundation, Accenture).

  3. Organizational & Cultural Readiness
    Organizations with strong transformation culture see 30% faster implementation of change initiatives and up to 50% higher employee engagement (BCG, 2022).

  4. Stronger Market Position
    Companies perceived as sustainable and innovative experience 4–6% higher EBITDA margins and attract up to 20% more qualified talent (Deloitte, 2023).

  5. Momentum & Confidence
    Supported transformations are 70% more likely to succeed than those managed in-house without expert guidance (McKinsey, 2021).