OMMAX

🎥 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗹𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝘁𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 - 𝗶𝘁’𝘀 𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘄.   With cyber threats rising at an alarming rate, information security has transitioned from a luxury to a critical necessity. The cybersecurity sector faces increasing risks and challenges, from a severe talent shortage and a rapidly evolving threat landscape to system vulnerability and escalating financial impact.   At our 'Tech Talks: The Art of Cybersecurity' event, we hosted over 70 tech, digital, AI, and cybersecurity experts, industry pioneers, and leading investors at our Munich headquarters. Their insights and expertise provided a wealth of knowledge on the most pressing topics in the global cybersecurity landscape.   ▶️ Enjoy our video for more highlights and dive deeper into the strategies to safeguard your organization's future.   Gerhard Steininger, Arwid Zang, Thomas Engli Baasnes, Bartlomiej Ziolkowski, and Erik Gibson, thank you for sharing your expertise on the global cybersecurity landscape.    Verdane, asvin, Link11 GmbH, greenhats GmbH, Vector Synergy #cybersecurity #AI #tech #buildingdigitalleaders

📢 Bain Capital sells Bugaboo to Mubadala Capital 📢 We are delighted to have advised Bain Capital/Bugaboo with a "digital exit readiness program" in 2023 to drive digital performance and, therefore, deal value in this successful acquisition. ➡ The sale of Bugaboo marks another milestone in our collaboration with Bain Capital. We are proud to have contributed to this achievement and look forward to supporting Bain Capital in future transactions, leveraging our expertise to unlock digital potential and drive substantial value. 💬 Nigel Walder, Partner Bain Capital, on our #collaboration: “We appreciate the strategic advice and support of OMMAX in the development of our digital roadmap and enhancement of our D2C e-commerce activities. This was instrumental in enabling us to build stronger customer relationships and drive Customer Lifetime Value.” A big thank you to our project team: Christiane Jauch, Constanze Salzmann, Tatiana Griebel, Dr. Christian Grosselfinger, Giorgio Vona, and Valentin Münst. Special thanks to Adriaan Thierry and Jamie Finer from Bugaboo and the great support from Bain Capital, Shena Willis, and Nigel Walder; it was a pleasure working with you. 🔗 Learn more about this deal through the link in the comments. #valuecreation #exitreadiness #privateequity

How Sunday Natural plans to dominate a €10 billion supplement market 🎙️ Our Advisor & Expert Network member Robert Bosch shared his valuable insights on the OMR podcast’s latest episode, discussing the dynamic growth and prospects of Sunday Natural, a Berlin-based company at the forefront of the dietary #supplement market. 🌱 Founded in 2013 in Berlin, Sunday Natural has scaled quickly to become one of Europe's largest premium nutritional supplement brands, with more than 1.0k products across the segments of dietary supplements, vitamins, teas, superfoods, and cosmetics. Under Robert’s leadership as CEO, Sunday Natural achieved #unicorn status within just ten years without external funding.   ➡ Now serving as CMO, Robert Bosch is spearheading the company's ambitious plans for European expansion.   His strategic vision and expertise continue to drive Sunday Natural’s success in the growing €10 billion dietary supplement market, fueled by trends like #selfoptimization, #veganism, and #longevity.   We are proud to have Robert in our expert network and look forward to further #collaboration! 🎧 Listen to the episode here: https://lnkd.in/dPebn6uX   #sundaynatural #supplements #superfoods

𝗘𝗹𝗲𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗲𝘅𝗶𝘁 𝗴𝗮𝗺𝗲: 𝟭𝟬 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝘅 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗹 𝘃𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗹 𝗯𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗺𝗼𝗱𝗲𝗹𝘀.   Early preparation is crucial for navigating the complexities of the exit process and maximizing deal values. By beginning this process well in advance, consumer and retail brands can address potential challenges and position themselves favorably for potential buyers.   Our latest expert whitepaper explores 10 success factors for maximizing enterprise value:   ➡️ Drawing from over 2,000 international projects, the paper emphasizes the importance of building brand equity, implementing #omnichannel strategies, leveraging #data, and ensuring technical scalability among consumer brands. It also highlights the role of #AI and the necessity of a strong management team.   By focusing on these critical areas, consumer & retail business models can achieve operational excellence and higher deal values.    🎯 Maximize your business's value at exit and download our whitepaper now: https://lnkd.in/gxXvsa_K   Thank you to our consumer team for sharing your expertise: Dr. Stefan Sambol, Sinan Erhan, Max Kneissl, Isabella Calderon Hoyos, Konstantin Kugler, Anja Konhäuser, Paulina Stuhlmacher, Benjamin Clues   #exitreadiness #dealvalue #transactionadvisory #consumer #B2C

𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝗼𝗳 𝗰𝘆𝗯𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆: 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝗻 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗲   Recognizing that cybersecurity is a shared responsibility, we partnered with Verdane, Link11 GmbH, Vector Synergy, asvin, and greenhats GmbH to host our event "The Art of Cybersecurity" last night. In an expert #panel, our speakers explored the current cyber landscape, emerging trends, best practices, the critical role of cyber due diligence in tech investments, and the impact of AI in cybersecurity. Here are the key takeaways:   𝙄𝙣𝙘𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙨𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙠𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙘𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙜𝙚𝙨: ➡ Talent shortage: The cybersecurity sector faces a gap of 3 million professionals, emphasizing the need for more educational and training initiatives. ➡ Evolving threat landscape: AI-driven attacks are on the rise, complicating defense strategies and requiring multifaceted approaches to tackle high-tech and traditional threats. ➡ System vulnerabilities: Outdated systems in many organizations make them prime targets for cyber threats. ➡ Financial impact: Cyberattacks often result in significant, yet unreported, economic losses. ➡ Budget concerns: There's a noticeable lack of investment in cybersecurity, necessitating a shift in organizational perspective.   𝘽𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙚𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙖𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙘𝙨: ➡ Leadership commitment: C-level executives must champion cybersecurity, integrating it into the core company strategy. ➡ Comprehensive integration: A robust cybersecurity framework should incorporate advanced technologies, streamlined processes, and resilient products. ➡ Cyber playbook for PEs and Cyber-DD: A well-defined cyber playbook is crucial for safeguarding investments and portfolio companies, a Cyber DD should be on the board agenda of every transaction. ➡ Employee awareness and corporate culture: Dedicated cybersecurity professionals are essential for proactive threat management, and continuous training and simulations (phishing attempts) enhance cyber maturity.   𝙁𝙪𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙩𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙙𝙨: ➡ AI in cybersecurity: AI will play a dual role in enhancing and complicating cybersecurity efforts. ➡ Regulations: Increasing government regulations will aim to protect customer data more stringently. ➡ Ongoing awareness and training: Continuous training is critical as the cybersecurity landscape evolves. ➡ Workforce shortage: Addressing the shortage of cybersecurity professionals remains a top priority.   Thank you very much to our speakers: Toni Stork, Co-founder & CEO of OMMAX; Helena Svancar, Partner at Verdane; Jens-Philipp Jung, CEO and co-founder of Link11 GmbH; Bartlomiej Ziolkowski, CEO of CDEX; Gerhard Steininger, VP at asvin, Arwid Zang, CEO of greenhats GmbH, and Erik Gibson, Cybersecurity Manager at OMMAX, for moderating!   🎯 By making cybersecurity a priority for top management and embedding it into the company culture, organizations can better protect their operations and confidently handle complex threats.

🌟 Top Deal Highlights of H1 2024! 🌟   As we reach the mid-year mark, it is essential to reflect on the deals that have shaped the business landscape in the first half of 2024. According to S&P Global, deal value in H1 2024 exceeded €250 billion, marking an 18% increase year over year. One notable trend we see in the market is the importance of exit readiness as a key driver to maximize deal value.    Below you can find a selection of transactions in different industries that OMMAX supported during this period:   𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐮𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 🌿 Sunday Natural, a leading D2C brand for premium nutritional supplement products, is characterized by its high quality and broad product offering, emphasizing sustainability and transparency.    𝐒𝐚𝐚𝐒 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🚀 easybill GmbH provides an intuitive and easy-to-use online invoicing for small to medium-sized companies and e-commerce.    𝐂𝐲𝐛𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐥 🛡️ Reblaze – part of Link11, a cloud-based platform that provides a fully managed protective shield for websites, web applications, and APIs.    𝐎𝐜𝐜𝐮𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫 🏥 paraDIGMA groep, a leading occupational health provider in the field of sustainable employability with around 1,000 employees across nine offices.   𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐲𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 👓 nexeye, focusing on affordable, fashionable eyewear, hearing care, and optician stores, is one of the fastest-growing optical chains in Europe operating in more than 720 stores. In total, nexeye and its labels employ more than 3,500 people. 𝐈𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🖥️ Developer Akademie, a leading online provider for online trainings, targeting career changers to become IT specialists.   𝐈𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐮𝐩 💻 C.B.C. Computer Business Center, a leading IT Service provider currently employing 125 people across two offices.    𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 & 𝐄-𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 ⚽ Unisport A/S, a leading online retailer specializing in e-commerce and football goods. 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚 ♫ Company and buyer here cannot be disclosed, but OMMAX supported one of the largest European deals in the entertainment and media business.    These #deals reflect a dynamic and rapidly evolving market landscape, showcasing the strategic buy-and-build moves private equities are making to stay ahead. Stay tuned for more updates as we navigate the rest of 2024 and get in touch with one of our transaction advisory partners Toni Stork, Dr. Stefan Sambol, Isabella Calderon Hoyos, Max Kneissl, and Sinan Erhan, if you want to maximize your next exit!   #BusinessNews #MergersAndAcquisitions #H12024 #DealHighlights #CorporateStrategy #Innovation #MarketTrends #buyandbuild

Leveraging AI to fight customer frustrations and drive efficiency in #Insurtech – here‘s how:   In a recent publication in Information Age, our AI experts Christian Brugger and Mihail Minev, Ph.D. Minev shed light on the transformative impact of AI in the field of insurance:   🔹 Enhanced customer service: AI-powered chatbots provide instant, around-the-clock assistance, freeing up human agents for more complex issues. AI analyzes vast customer data to offer personalized insurance recommendations tailored to individual needs.   🔹 Personalized interactions: The emergence of generative AI is set to revolutionize digital interactions, moving beyond static FAQs to more dynamic, human-like chatbots. Linking AI bots to backend systems reduces the need for human intervention, addressing key customer frustrations.   🔹 Boosted internal efficiency: AI is significantly improving internal processes. One example is Direct Line Group’s AI-driven motor insurance platform, Darwin, which offers immediate, accurate quotes, enhancing customer reviews and service quality. In Asia, insurers leverage Uber drivers for accident reporting, combining human insights with AI analysis.   🔹 Employee onboarding and training: AI-powered virtual assistants can guide new employees through onboarding and provide 24/7 support. AI tools like virtual reality offer immersive training experiences that simulate real-life scenarios.   🔹The future of AI in insurtech lies in collaboration: AI will specialize in specific processes, leading to efficiency gains and greater personalization, while ethical considerations remain paramount. At the same time, AI will augment, not replace, human capabilities.   Dive into the entire article to explore future trends in AI-driven Insurtech, which you can find in the comments.   #AI #Insurtech #Innovation #CustomerExperience #Efficiency #EthicalAI #Cybersecurity

Soccer meets data ⚽️ Did you know that all official European Championship balls incorporate #IoT technology?   This innovative technology sends precise ball data to video match officials in real time, enhancing the accuracy and speed of in-match decisions. The system is called "Connected Ball Technology" and was developed by adidas and KINEXON, a front-running company founded by our Advisor Network member Dr. Alexander Hüttenbrink.   By combining player position #data with #AI, this technology is pivotal to UEFA EURO 2024’s semi-automated offside technology.   Key features of the EM ball include: ➡ CONNECTED BALL TECHNOLOGY: A Suspension System at the ball's center stabilizes a 500Hz inertial measurement unit (IMU) motion sensor, offering unprecedented insight into every ball movement. An induction rechargeable battery powers the sensor. ➡ CTR-CORE: The ball's groundbreaking core ensures accuracy and consistency, supporting fast, precise play with maximum shape and air retention. The core is a zero-waste bladder made from renewable natural rubber and a double-patched PES fabric carcass. ➡ PRECISIONSHELL: The polyurethane (PU) skin features micro and macro textures and a 20-piece panel shape, enhancing aerodynamics. What is the impact of this #innovation? ➡ Enhanced Decision-Making: The Connected Ball Technology provides real-time data on the ball's position and movement, aiding officials in making accurate offside and goal/no-goal decisions. It also secured Germany a goal against Denmark!  ➡ Efficient VAR: This technology helps VAR officials identify every touch of the ball, reducing the time spent resolving handball and penalty incidents. ➡ Exciting Data for Fans: Fans and broadcasters can enjoy more exciting statistics and insights into the game, enhancing the viewing experience. IoT is the present and the future, and we are very proud to have you, Dr. Alexander Hüttenbrink, in our network as the expert in combining data and technology to create a more precise gaming experience.    🔗 More about this innovation: https://lnkd.in/d3PF6Tnm   📸 Credits: DFB    #Innovation #FootballTechnology #Adidas #ConnectedBall

What is the best advice for women pursuing a career in finance? 🎬   Martina Sanow, Katja Ruhnke, Isabella Calderon Hoyos, Anja Konhäuser, and Christiane Jauch, thank you for inspiring female professionals to build careers in finance and highlighting the importance of empowering and supporting one another in their career journeys.   We are proud to have many unique and inspiring #women at OMMAX who drive the company forward daily and act as role models for any young female aspiring to start a career in the financial industry.    To continue building digital leaders, we seek talented strategy and transaction advisory professionals ready to advance their careers.   What does being part of our #team feel like? ◼ Work with a diverse team of 300 members from 35 nationalities ◼ Be at the forefront of digital and AI, driving change with cutting-edge technologies ◼ Experience an environment with a 50% female leadership ratio at all levels ◼ Collaborate with international clients across 50 countries ◼ Benefit from our fast-career path tailored to your individual skills ◼ Work in one of our four offices in Munich, Berlin, Hamburg, and London Join our journey of building digital leaders worldwide! 💙   #WomenInFinance #DigitalLeaders #Diversity #FemaleLeadership

Are you ready to capitalize on the booming #IT services sector?   ➡ Discover the latest industry trends and strategies in our new whitepaper, created in collaboration with Pava Partners:   The IT services sector is experiencing significant growth driven by rising IT complexity, increased cloud adoption, AI advancements, and a heightened focus on cybersecurity while facing a shortage of skilled IT labor.   With many companies projecting substantial growth, the market offers diverse opportunities for established players and new entrants to expand their capabilities and market reach.   But it's with challenges and requirements to look out for: Marco Schunder, Björn Kitzinger, and Martin Kaufmann from Pava and our experts Toni Stork, Isabella Calderon Hoyos, and Max Kneissl delve into unique insights and dynamic growth opportunities, from strategic acquisitions by buy-and-build platforms to tailored solutions for niche markets.   Together with Pava Partners, we combined our deep understanding and proven track record in navigating challenges and opportunities in the IT services sector.   🔗 Follow the link to download the whitepaper: https://lnkd.in/dkpJZ-E9   #ITservices #cloudadoption #AI #cybersecurity #businessgrowth