Our Circles
Exchange. Knowledge. Impact.
SMEs thrive on people who take responsibility - and learn from each other.
In the German Mittelstand Circles Entrepreneurs who don't wait for the future, but shape it.
Each Circle is dedicated to a central topic area -
from Leadership and corporate culture until Digitalisation, innovation, finance, sustainability or Internationalisation.
This is where ideas, partnerships and impulses are created that have an impact far beyond the individual company.
The Circles are Exclusive but open spaces for thought and dialogue:
Open to entrepreneurs, managers and decision-makers,
interdisciplinary, practice-orientated and always at eye level,
united by the conviction that exchange is the strongest form of progress.
Taking responsibility. Shaping the future.
This circle is a confidential space for entrepreneurs who make decisions. It is about strategic foresight, personal responsibility and dialogue among like-minded people - honest, clear, at eye level.Contact person
Intelligent technologies. Digital excellence in the SME sector.
How can SMEs achieve digital sovereignty? This Circle is dedicated to the opportunities offered by AI, data expertise, automation and smart technologies - with a focus on strategic implementation instead of a flood of technology.Contact person
Living efficiency. Shaping quality.
Here, everything revolves around operational excellence: lean processes, productive workflows and intelligent use of resources. The Circle combines lean management with quality thinking - for more added value and less friction.Contact person
Strong women. Strong middle class.
A network for women who lead, shape and inspire. The Circle Women & Leadership promotes female leadership, mentoring and an open exchange about paths, impact and visibility in the SME sector.
Shaping capital. Enabling growth.
From financing to subsidies, from investments to accounting: this circle offers space for strategic financial topics in the SME sector - practical, future-orientated and with a view to sustainable growth.
Take responsibility. Make an impact.
Sustainability is not a side issue, but part of corporate responsibility. The Circle Impact & Responsibility sheds light on ESG strategies, supply chains, energy efficiency and the social impact of economic activity.
New thinking. Shaping change.
Innovation is more than just product development - it is an attitude. The Innovation & Transformation Circle is all about new business models, research partnerships and the ability to actively shape change.
Winning customers. Shaping relationships.
Sales is more than just closing deals - it is cultivating relationships at eye level.The Circle Sales & Go-to-Market is all about sales strategies, lead generation, CRM, service excellence and digital sales processes.
Here, experienced entrepreneurs and sales experts share practical knowledge that works - from the pipeline to customer retention.
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Shaping leadership. Living culture.
This circle brings together entrepreneurs who understand leadership as an attitude. It is about values, organisation and the art of inspiring and strengthening teams in times of change.Contact person
Shaping the economy. Moving society.
In a dialogue between business, politics and society, this circle is looking for new ways to make Germany fit for the future. This is where the voices of entrepreneurs meet responsibility, values and visions.Contact person
Strengthen brands. Create visibility.
The focus is on brand, communication and perception: How do medium-sized companies position themselves visibly, credibly and effectively? The Circle combines strategic thinking with creative realisation.
New ideas. New entrepreneurship.
The circle for young entrepreneurs, founders and successors in the SME sector. This is where fresh perspectives meet experience - with courage, creativity and a sense of responsibility for the future of entrepreneurship.
Bundeswehr, resilience & strategic strength
The turnaround is no longer just a security policy debate. It affects resilience, infrastructure, security of supply and the strategic ability of companies to act. With the new GM Circle „Business & Defence“, we are bringing together entrepreneurs, soldiers, experts and practitioners who want to jointly understand and help shape these developments.
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