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Executive Interim Management for Post Merger Integration

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Expertise for Successful Integration – When Experience Makes the Difference

A successful acquisition isn’t decided at signing, but in the first 100 days of integration. Many companies lack the specific experience or top management capacity at this critical stage. M&A synergies remain untapped, key employees leave, and IT harmonization stalls.

We support you with experienced executive interim managers who don’t just advise – they execute. Our temporary leaders have proven expertise in steering post merger integrations, carve-outs, and mergers – and consistently put this into practice. Whether for private equity portfolio companies, family-owned businesses, or mid-sized corporations: we provide leaders who are action-ready from day one and drive your integration forward with clear objectives.

XQI Partners

All XQI Partners

Looking for a Interim Manager? Our Partners will find the optimal solution for you – tailored, fast and discreet.

Holger Rosemann

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Tapani Hänninen

Managing Partner, München

Robert Butz

Managing Partner, München

Georg Larch

Managing Partner, München

York von Massenbach

Managing Partner, München

Ilka Herzog

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Stephan Franken

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf

Dirk Niederberghaus

Managing Partner, Düsseldorf
All XQI Partners

High-Performance Interim Partner

„The HR transformation was the key lever for our growth. In record time, we not only established scalable processes and a strong employer brand but also laid the foundation for successful M&A integrations. Today, we’re ready for 2,500 employees – with an HR team that thinks and acts strategically.“

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When You Need a PMI Interim Manager

  • Financial Integration & Reporting
    How do you harmonize financial systems post-closing? Our interim CFOs establish reportable structures, integrate ERP systems, and ensure transparency for private equity investors or banks. We guarantee “one version of the truth” in real time.

  • Technical Integration & Operations
    How do you merge production sites and supply chains? Our C-level interim managers (COO/CTO) unlock operational synergies, close inefficient sites without disruption, and scale processes to the new company level.

  • Leadership & Cultural Bridges
    How do you create a “we” feeling after a merger? An executive interim manager acts as a neutral leader who addresses employee concerns, retains key positions, and drives cultural integration – until a permanent solution is in place.

  • Carve-Out & Stand-Alone
    How do you extract business units without operational risks? Our experts manage complex TSAs (Transitional Service Agreements) and build independent IT and HR functions to ensure operational capability.

  • Filling C-Level Gaps
    What if the CFO or CEO leaves during the transaction? We fill the gap within 48 hours with an experienced interim manager who guarantees stability and professionally completes the M&A process.

Why Work With Us?

  • Experienced M&A integration managers with expertise in post merger integration, due diligence, and synergy realization.

  • Rapid deployment of tailored profiles for your specific PMI challenges.

  • Curated network: We focus on quality over quantity and deliver immediately effective solutions – for transparency, stability, and deal success.

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We are your trusted advisor for post merger integration. In a confidential discussion, we’ll analyze your needs and present you with precisely matched executive interim profiles to secure your PMI success.

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