People Behind Leadership Decisions
Over the past three decades, Executive Search has evolved in many ways. What has not changed is its core: leadership decisions are ultimately about people—and their long-term impact on organizations. [...]
Il rapporto economico tra Italia-Germania: un asset in tempi incerti
Il 23 aprile Kienbaum ha partecipato all’evento “Il rapporto economico tra Italia-Germania: un asset in tempi incerti”, promosso dal service Milano International del Canova Club, dalla Camera di Commercio Italo-Germanica [...]
Leadership thrives at the intersection of human alignment and smart technology use
Leading in tech-driven sectors means navigating both shiny, AI-powered innovation and the overlooked grit of essential human systems. Leaders who focus solely on one quickly fall behind. There’s a common [...]
HR Trends 2026 – Which Priorities HR Should Set
“Welcome to the Jungle” – Companies Under Scrutiny The environment for companies is becoming increasingly chaotic: the decline of Germany as a business location is a serious concern. The urgency [...]
Leadership assessment must be ongoing to build teams to ready for constant reinvention
Leadership assessment must be ongoing to build teams to ready for constant reinvention Leadership landscapes are shifting - fast. Yet, many organisations use the same evaluation lens from years past, [...]
Technology performs at its best when it connects people – not when it replaces them
“Technology is best when it brings people together.” - Matt Mullenweg In today’s leadership landscape, technology and human intuition are not alternatives - they are counterparts. High-performing organizations understand that [...]
The 3 Pillars That Drive Successful Transformation in 2025
What truly enables companies to transform—and, consequently, succeed? Our latest research on companies’ transformation capabilities in 2025 shows that three factors make the difference: 1️⃣ Competence – the most powerful driver [...]
Leadership without burnout. How much do we (not) talk about the mental health of those at the top?
In our Executive Search practice, we regularly meet senior executives who are motivated to take on new professional challenges. We see their ambition, energy, and drive to move things forward. [...]
Kienbaum’s 2025 Highlights: Awards, Cross-Border Performance, and the Future of Work
Kienbaum Japan Selected Among the “Top 100 HR Consulting and Service Guide Companies” Kienbaum Japan has been selected as one of the “Top 100 HR Consulting and Service Guide Companies” [...]
The Future of Manufacturing
Leadership and Talent Management As the manufacturing landscape continues to evolve, the role of leadership and talent management becomes increasingly critical. In this second article of our three-part series, we [...]