Founding Expert
Matthias Herrmann
My Offer to You
The path to self-employment requires careful consideration and, above all, thorough planning, and for many entrepreneurs, it comes with uncertainty. As your sparring partner and career mentor, I can present you with extensive opportunities for self-employment and, through individualized consulting processes, identify the most suitable and successful option for you.
I support you in analyzing your competencies, talents, and professional background. Based on your personal priorities and goals, I will advise and guide you toward the most promising form of self-employment.
Why IoE?
For over 25 years, I have repeatedly focused on the topics of "franchising," "business acquisition/succession," and "consulting," and I have already been active as a shareholder and managing director in this environment. With IoE, the circle is now complete for me. Our offering as a point of contact for the topic of "self-employment" is truly unique.
Having been in the same situation multiple times during my previous positions in senior management, I can now relate very well to our prospects and candidates, offer them recommendations, and provide them with appropriate guidance.
Who should get in touch with me?
Essentially, all experienced professionals and executives/managers who are no longer fully satisfied with their current professional situation or position, or who are at a crossroads in their career (professionally or personally) and want to pursue something new.
The reasons for this can vary greatly within the job environment, such as changes in management/board/shareholders, shifts in company strategy or direction, lack of involvement in decision-making, etc. Or, on the other hand, they may be more personal, such as the desire for entrepreneurial freedom, autonomy, greater flexibility, making one's own decisions, better work-life balance, independence from boards of directors/advisors/shareholders, building something of their own and creating long-term value, etc.
I would be happy to discuss in an initial conversation how, with my support, you can find the self-employment path that suits you best.
Professional Experience
After completing my business studies, I spent 23 years in senior management roles at international corporations with country responsibilities as Director/Managing Director in the consumer goods sector. My core expertise lies in sales, marketing, and business management across distribution channels such as wholesale (B2B), retail (B2C), and digital/e-commerce (B2C).
Like many of my clients, I once faced the decision of whether to continue my corporate career or pursue self-employment as a consultant. I have now been self-employed for over 13 years as a management and business consultant and interim manager, and for 5 of those years, I was also actively involved as a franchisee/franchise master. I can fully relate to each of our clients and understand the questions, concerns, and uncertainties that occupy their minds.
With my guidance, you will find a shortcut to successful self-employment with significantly minimized risk. Whether you're starting a franchise or pursuing a business acquisition or succession, I will be by your side every step of the way, guiding you to a successful future as an entrepreneur.