Transformational Coaching & Strategic Leadership Advisory for Visionary Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
I partner with ambitious founders and change makers who dare to lead from the inside out and build human-centred cultures in the age of AI.
Transformational Coaching & Strategic Leadership Advisory for Visionary Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
I partner with ambitious founders and change makers who dare to lead from the inside out and build human-centred cultures in the age of AI.
Transformational Coaching & Strategic Leadership Advisory for Visionary Entrepreneurs and Business Leaders
I partner with ambitious founders and change makers who dare to lead from the inside out and build human-centred cultures in the age of AI.
for conscious change makers
for conscious change makers
for conscious change makers
Who lead from the inside out
Who lead from the inside out
Who lead from the inside out
I partner with ambitious entrepreneurs, senior executives, and change-driven leadership teams who are navigating growth, complexity, or cultural transformation. Whether you’re a founder scaling your startup or a corporate leader reshaping your organization, my work focuses on executive coaching for business leaders and strategic transformation advisory tailored to your context.
If you’re tired of performing and ready to reconnect with what really matters, let’s talk.
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP IN ACTION
Choose the experience that matches your vision
Choose the experience that matches your vision
Choose the experience that matches your vision
Transformative Leadership Retreats in Europe – immersive experiences for deep rese
Executive Coaching for Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs – for increased clarity, resilience and confidence
Strategic Advisory for Organizational Transformation – as Fractional Chief Transformation Officer
„Empowering entrepreneurial leaders.
Elevating teams.
Transforming paradigms.“
STEFFI GRANACHER
WITH FIRE & SOUL
Why conscious leadership matters now
Why conscious leadership matters now
Why conscious leadership matters now
Why human-centered leadership matters now
Why human-centered leadership matters now
Why human-centered leadership matters now
In an era where AI accelerates business decisions but can’t replace emotional intelligence, conscious leadership becomes your edge. Human-centered strategies are not soft, they’re what sustain high performance in uncertainty.
"Human-centered leadership in the age of AI" is not just a theme - it’s a necessity. That’s what we design for
STEFFI GRANACHER
“This isn’t about becoming someone. It’s about remembering who you are.”
STEFFI GRANACHER
“This isn’t about becoming someone. It’s about remembering who you are.”
LET’S STEP OUT
LET’S STEP OUT
LET’S STEP OUT
The leadership
challenges my clients face
The leadership
challenges my clients face
The leadership
challenges my clients face
I’m collaborating with change makers who are done:
I’m collaborating with change makers who are done:
Pretending & hiding behind roles that no longer feel aligned
Being stressed & emotionally overwhelmed by constant demands
Overdelivering at the expense of their own clarity and power
Struggling to reduce leadership misalignment in high-stakes transitions
Feeling stuck in reactive loops, complexity, or team dysfunction
„70 % of strategic initiatives fail because leadership teams are mis-aligned”
MCKINSEY & COMPANY (2024)
LET’S STEP OUT
LET’S STEP OUT
LET’S STEP OUT
Transform how you lead
– by becoming more you.
Transform how you lead – by becoming more you.
Transform how you lead
– by becoming more you.
Clarity Amidst Chaos
Clarity Amidst Chaos
Clarity Amidst Chaos
Cut through complexity and emotional overwhelm to define clear priorities and achieve strategic clarity. Create mental space to lead with greater focus and ease and make decisions faster.
Emotional Mastery for Authentic Leadership
Emotional Mastery for Authentic Leadership
Emotional Mastery for Authentic Leadership
Gain awareness over unconscious patterns and layers of conditioning to unlock emotional resilien / ce. Lead with presence and confidence to drive meaningful impact across your teams.
From Pressure to Purpose
From Pressure to Purpose
From Pressure to Purpose
Transform reactive habits into intentional leadership by shifting from survival mode into visionary leadership. Learn to self-resource and cultivate a culture of transparency and ownership, where aligned action and accountability naturally follow.
How to work
with me
Executive Coaching for Entrepreneurs & Business Leaders
If you're looking for executive coaching for business leaders or executive coaching for entrepreneurs, this service is designed for you. I support conscious leaders and change makers who want to build clarity, resilience, and emotional mastery for leaders. As your leadership transformation coach, I guide you in revealing blind spots, shifting habits, and developing self-trust, so you can lead with greater presence and strategic focus.
Transformative Leadership Retreats
Take a step away from your daily routine and into a transformative leadership retreat. These immersive, offsite retreats are tailored to your brand and designed for founders and senior executives to strengthen trust, build cross-functional alignment, and engage in meaningful dialogue. Whether hosted in Berlin or across Europe, each experience reflects conscious leadership in the AI era — blending strategic alignment with emotional intelligence.
Strategic Advisory & Organizational Change Support
As your organizational change advisor or post-merger integration advisor, I serve as your Fractional Chief Transformation Officer. I partner with leadership teams to co-design practical, human-centered programs that reduce leadership misalignment, build trust, and drive real business results. Whether it's through M&A, restructuring, or rapid growth, I focus on simplifying complexity and scaling transformation that lasts.
inside real success
Projects & Case Studies
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
From Strategy to Impact: 4x faster decisions and 60% more engaged leaders in the medical technology industry
Partnered with Chief Communication Officer and CHRO; conducted board workshops; developed tailored leadership program for C-level minus 1 and 2 levels; designed and launched 2-day leadership summit; conceptualized target-group specific communication strategy; created and implemented 20 tailored culture change initiatives and monitored change adoption progress; created and executed 8 launch events at global sites.
Key results:
Increased decision speed by 4x
Increased leadership engagement by 60%
Organizational Transformation Strategy x Leadership Program
M&A Strategy in Action: 1M+ active users gained for a podcast scale-up
Collaborated with CHRO and mentored M&A Integration Lead; hosted workshop to co-create tailored post-merger integration playbook; advised and sparred 4 ongoing post-merger integrations.
Key result:
Reached >1M active users across EuropePost-Merger Integration Strategy
From Chaos to Clarity: A new company vision and 4x extended runway for a Commercial Real Estate Tech Start-Up
Partnered with CEO founder to re-define company vision and prioritization mechanisms; developed target organizational design; conducted sales transformation optimizing structure, processes, roles & responsibilities; refined team rituals, meeting culture and communication mechanisms; organized team workshops
Key result:
Closed € 85k in MRR extending runway from 2.5 to 10 monthsOrganizational Transformation Strategy
From Integration to Impact: Leading cross-cultural operating model transformation to drive 5G innovation in the technology sector
Collaborated with CHRO in conducting target operating model redesign; created change management strategy; set up and implemented change roadmap and communication plan (100 day plan); organized townhalls and workshops; triumphed retention risk.
The challenge:
Uniting two fundamentally different cultures. On one side, a traditional, family-owned midsize company with deep-rooted values and hierarchical structures; on the other, a fast-scaling tech-driven enterprise defined by innovation and global ambition - all while ensuring business continuity and employee retention through a critical operating model transformation.Post-Merger Integration Strategy
From Merger to Momentum: Talent strategy that drives retention and performance for a joint venture in the automotive industry
Led com & change workstreams partnering with CHRO; developed tailored talent development program incl. performance mgmt across 7 countries; drafted new organisation, role descriptions and career paths; adjusted compensation and benefit schemes; accompanied implementation.
Key results:
Retention strategy
Talent development program
Post-Merger Integration Strategy x Talent Program
Transforming compliance into a culture of integrity with 18 initiatives, 300 policies, and 1 global Standard
Partnered with Chief Compliance Officer advising regulatory-enforced operating model transformation in the automotive industry; designed change management framework and rolled-out 18 initiatives across 21 countries; turned policies into global training program and monitored change adoption to foster trust and ethical awareness among employees.
Key results:
Established robust anti-fraud and environmental compliance systems (Training program)
Enacted 300 new or revised policies
Launched global whistle-blower program supporting 19 languages
Organizational Transformation Strategy
From Insolvency to Acquisition: Guiding tech leadership through strategic separation and 95% retention success
Identified key separation hotspots and provided strategic recommendations with regards to the going-forward integration in the technology industry; developed separation guiding principles and Day-1 operating model; supported CEO in identifying key employees; developed and implemented employee retention
Key results:
Achieved 95% of key employee retention
Hotspot Matrix
Employee retention strategy
Separation Assessment as part of a Carve-out
STEFFI GRANACHER
„This is not about becoming someone. It is about remembering who you are.“
STEFFI GRANACHER
„This is not about becoming someone. It is about remembering who you are.“
THE FIRE & SOUL BEHIND
THE FIRE & SOUL BEHIND
Hi, I’m Steffi – founder of fire & soul, strategic advisor, executive coach, and retreat facilitator.
Hi, I’m Steffi – founder of fire & soul, strategic advisor, executive coach, and retreat facilitator.
Having lived in 6 places, I’ve always been fascinated by cultural diversity, the concept of identity, and the unique essence each of us brings to the table.
That’s why the core of my approach is human-centered leadership.
Over the past 13 years, I’ve worked in M&A advisory, venture capital, and tech start-ups, guiding leaders through complex organizational transformations.
I know what it means to scale under pressure and how to transform pain into purposeful growth.
THE FIRE & SOUL BEHIND
Hi, I’m Steffi – founder of fire & soul, strategic advisor, executive coach, and retreat facilitator.
Having lived in 6 places, I’ve always been fascinated by cultural diversity, the concept of identity, and the unique essence each of us brings to the table.
That’s why the core of my approach is human-centered leadership.
Over the past 13 years, I’ve worked in M&A advisory, venture capital, and tech start-ups, guiding leaders through complex organizational transformations.
I know what it means to scale under pressure and how to transform pain into purposeful growth.
From long days cycling through open fields, to ocean-view yoga flows and climbing majestic mountain peaks, I bring a spirit of movement, curiosity and adventure into every engagement.
I’m convinced that play is not a distraction, it’s a powerful force for creativity, connection and courage. So I’m designing immersive experiences that spark shared goosebumps, belonging and lots of laughter.
Deep work does not have to be hard or heavy - it can be joyful, liberating, and even fun.
That’s why I founded fire & soul: to create space for ambitious, self-aware leaders to grow in a way that’s expansive, sustainable and bonding.
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP
As a Fractional Chief Transformation Officer, I’ve helped 3 tech start-ups close €85K in MRR in 5 months, extend their runway from 2.5 to 10 months, and grow past 1M+ active users — while navigating uncertainty and pressure with emotional regulation and self-awareness.
WHY ME
Humen-centered leadership
ADVENTURE & PLAY IN LEADERSHIP
What makes my work different: I bring bold curiosity, movement, and play into strategic advisory and leadership development — not as distraction, but to spark creative thinking, build trust, and open new leadership perspectives.
STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION EXPERTISE
I’ve supported 10,000+ leaders across 15+ large-scale transformations, helping reduce leadership misalignment, enable culture change, and create impact that lasts.
Testimonials
“Steffi helped me develop a clear leadership vision and the confidence to drive meaningful change within my company at a crucial moment. She has a real gift for asking the right questions at exactly the right time - cutting through the noise and helping me focus on what truly matters as a founder. With her executive coaching support, we closed €85k in MRR within just five months. I especially loved our creative whiteboard strategy sessions as they brought clarity, direction, and fresh momentum to my leadership.”
Jonathan Teh, CEO & Founder @ Setting HQ
“Steffi brought together so many interesting and diverse people in one spot! I loved how she paired professional facilitation with fun group icebreakers.”
Astrid Ebner, Senior People & Culture Manager @ Ampeers Energy
“Steffi has the unique ability to bring people together and combines it with impressive drive and passion. Not only was her support invaluable as a personal coach, but she also just gets shit done. It has been an immense pleasure – and a teaching experience – to work with her.”
Felix Bauer, Founder @ DoNoHarm
“Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Can't wait for the next one!”
Alvaro Caro Rincon, Senior Manager Structured Finance @ Auto1 Group
“During a major company transition, Steffi’s coaching helped unlock new skills and reshape how we interacted as a team. While methodically unraveling the potential of each team member, she also challenged me to push my own leadership boundaries in a very supportive manner. Her coaching style is grounded in both empathy and structure, and she played a vital role in our transformation journey."
Cristina Lucut, Lead Architect & Interior Design @ Setting HQ
“The atmosphere and energy were incredible and the organization was amazing!”
Tanja Riegger, Key Account Marketing Senior Specialist EMEA @ On Running
"Working with Steffi is always excellent - her empathy, structure, and customer-centric mindset inspire trust and lasting impact. Across multiple transformation projects, her tailored leadership advisory consistently delivered real results. I’ve seen first-hand how her customized programs and strategic clarity unlock engagement and alignment - not just for senior leaders, but entire teams."
Christoph Haupenthal, Managing Director @ Expacon
“I loved the fact that so many of the elements were brought together by the attendees of the event, and yet it looked so perfectly curated as if a professional event organizer took care of it - Steffi unlocked true co-creation magic!”
Costanza Carissimo, Investment Director @ Cathay Innovation
“Steffi helped me develop a clear leadership vision and the confidence to drive meaningful change within my company at a crucial moment. She has a real gift for asking the right questions at exactly the right time - cutting through the noise and helping me focus on what truly matters as a founder. With her executive coaching support, we closed €85k in MRR within just five months. I especially loved our creative whiteboard strategy sessions as they brought clarity, direction, and fresh momentum to my leadership.”
Jonathan Teh, CEO & Founder @ Setting HQ
“Steffi brought together so many interesting and diverse people in one spot! I loved how she paired professional facilitation with fun group icebreakers.”
Astrid Ebner, Senior People & Culture Manager @ Ampeers Energy
“Steffi has the unique ability to bring people together and combines it with impressive drive and passion. Not only was her support invaluable as a personal coach, but she also just gets shit done. It has been an immense pleasure – and a teaching experience – to work with her.”
Felix Bauer, Founder @ DoNoHarm
“Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Can't wait for the next one!”
Alvaro Caro Rincon, Senior Manager Structured Finance @ Auto1 Group
“During a major company transition, Steffi’s coaching helped unlock new skills and reshape how we interacted as a team. While methodically unraveling the potential of each team member, she also challenged me to push my own leadership boundaries in a very supportive manner. Her coaching style is grounded in both empathy and structure, and she played a vital role in our transformation journey."
Cristina Lucut, Lead Architect & Interior Design @ Setting HQ
“The atmosphere and energy were incredible and the organization was amazing!”
Tanja Riegger, Key Account Marketing Senior Specialist EMEA @ On Running
"Working with Steffi is always excellent - her empathy, structure, and customer-centric mindset inspire trust and lasting impact. Across multiple transformation projects, her tailored leadership advisory consistently delivered real results. I’ve seen first-hand how her customized programs and strategic clarity unlock engagement and alignment - not just for senior leaders, but entire teams."
Christoph Haupenthal, Managing Director @ Expacon
“I loved the fact that so many of the elements were brought together by the attendees of the event, and yet it looked so perfectly curated as if a professional event organizer took care of it - Steffi unlocked true co-creation magic!”
Costanza Carissimo, Investment Director @ Cathay Innovation
“Steffi helped me develop a clear leadership vision and the confidence to drive meaningful change within my company at a crucial moment. She has a real gift for asking the right questions at exactly the right time - cutting through the noise and helping me focus on what truly matters as a founder. With her executive coaching support, we closed €85k in MRR within just five months. I especially loved our creative whiteboard strategy sessions as they brought clarity, direction, and fresh momentum to my leadership.”
Jonathan Teh, CEO & Founder @ Setting HQ
“Steffi brought together so many interesting and diverse people in one spot! I loved how she paired professional facilitation with fun group icebreakers.”
Astrid Ebner, Senior People & Culture Manager @ Ampeers Energy
“Steffi has the unique ability to bring people together and combines it with impressive drive and passion. Not only was her support invaluable as a personal coach, but she also just gets shit done. It has been an immense pleasure – and a teaching experience – to work with her.”
Felix Bauer, Founder @ DoNoHarm
“Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Can't wait for the next one!”
Alvaro Caro Rincon, Senior Manager Structured Finance @ Auto1 Group
“During a major company transition, Steffi’s coaching helped unlock new skills and reshape how we interacted as a team. While methodically unraveling the potential of each team member, she also challenged me to push my own leadership boundaries in a very supportive manner. Her coaching style is grounded in both empathy and structure, and she played a vital role in our transformation journey."
Cristina Lucut, Lead Architect & Interior Design @ Setting HQ
“The atmosphere and energy were incredible and the organization was amazing!”
Tanja Riegger, Key Account Marketing Senior Specialist EMEA @ On Running
"Working with Steffi is always excellent - her empathy, structure, and customer-centric mindset inspire trust and lasting impact. Across multiple transformation projects, her tailored leadership advisory consistently delivered real results. I’ve seen first-hand how her customized programs and strategic clarity unlock engagement and alignment - not just for senior leaders, but entire teams."
Christoph Haupenthal, Managing Director @ Expacon
“I loved the fact that so many of the elements were brought together by the attendees of the event, and yet it looked so perfectly curated as if a professional event organizer took care of it - Steffi unlocked true co-creation magic!”
Costanza Carissimo, Investment Director @ Cathay Innovation
“Steffi helped me develop a clear leadership vision and the confidence to drive meaningful change within my company at a crucial moment. She has a real gift for asking the right questions at exactly the right time - cutting through the noise and helping me focus on what truly matters as a founder. With her executive coaching support, we closed €85k in MRR within just five months. I especially loved our creative whiteboard strategy sessions as they brought clarity, direction, and fresh momentum to my leadership.”
Jonathan Teh, CEO & Founder @ Setting HQ
“Steffi brought together so many interesting and diverse people in one spot! I loved how she paired professional facilitation with fun group icebreakers.”
Astrid Ebner, Senior People & Culture Manager @ Ampeers Energy
“Steffi has the unique ability to bring people together and combines it with impressive drive and passion. Not only was her support invaluable as a personal coach, but she also just gets shit done. It has been an immense pleasure – and a teaching experience – to work with her.”
Felix Bauer, Founder @ DoNoHarm
“Definitely one of the most memorable experiences of the year. Can't wait for the next one!”
Alvaro Caro Rincon, Senior Manager Structured Finance @ Auto1 Group
“During a major company transition, Steffi’s coaching helped unlock new skills and reshape how we interacted as a team. While methodically unraveling the potential of each team member, she also challenged me to push my own leadership boundaries in a very supportive manner. Her coaching style is grounded in both empathy and structure, and she played a vital role in our transformation journey."
Cristina Lucut, Lead Architect & Interior Design @ Setting HQ
“The atmosphere and energy were incredible and the organization was amazing!”
Tanja Riegger, Key Account Marketing Senior Specialist EMEA @ On Running
"Working with Steffi is always excellent - her empathy, structure, and customer-centric mindset inspire trust and lasting impact. Across multiple transformation projects, her tailored leadership advisory consistently delivered real results. I’ve seen first-hand how her customized programs and strategic clarity unlock engagement and alignment - not just for senior leaders, but entire teams."
Christoph Haupenthal, Managing Director @ Expacon
“I loved the fact that so many of the elements were brought together by the attendees of the event, and yet it looked so perfectly curated as if a professional event organizer took care of it - Steffi unlocked true co-creation magic!”
Costanza Carissimo, Investment Director @ Cathay Innovation
The journey to collaborate
A simple 4-step process to creating transformative leadership retreats with lasting impact.
01
Get in Touch
Directly book a call to connect.
Directly book a call to connect.
02
Discovery Call
In a 30-minute conversation, we’ll explore your goals, needs, and whether I’m the right partner for your vision.
In a 30-minute conversation, we’ll explore your goals, needs, and whether I’m the right partner for your vision.
03
Tailored Offer
If we both feel it’s a fit, I’ll craft a personalized, non-binding offer that reflects your team’s unique context and aspirations.
If we both feel it’s a fit, I’ll craft a personalized, non-binding offer that reflects your team’s unique context and aspirations.
04
Co-Create the Experience
This is where the magic happens. Together, we bring the collaboration to life – from concept to execution – with purpose, creativity, and impact.
This is where the magic happens. Together, we bring the collaboration to life – from concept to execution – with purpose, creativity, and impact.
FOR CONSIOUS LEADERS
FAQs
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Who do you coach in organizations – founders, executive teams, or emerging leaders?
What leadership and transformation topics do you specialize in?
How do you support entrepreneurs and leaders through 1:1 executive coaching?
Do you offer international leadership retreats?
What is the ROI of executive coaching for companies?
How can I stay up to date about fire & soul community events?
How do you support companies with leadership development and organizational transformation?
Who do you coach in organizations – founders, executive teams, or emerging leaders?
What leadership and transformation topics do you specialize in?
How do you support entrepreneurs and leaders through 1:1 executive coaching?
Do you offer international leadership retreats?
What is the ROI of executive coaching for companies?
How can I stay up to date about fire & soul community events?
How do you support companies with leadership development and organizational transformation?
Who do you coach in organizations – founders, executive teams, or emerging leaders?
What leadership and transformation topics do you specialize in?
How do you support entrepreneurs and leaders through 1:1 executive coaching?
Do you offer international leadership retreats?
What is the ROI of executive coaching for companies?
How can I stay up to date about fire & soul community events?
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WHY ME
Humen-centered leadership
Humen-centered leadership
Humen-centered leadership
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP
ENTREPRENEURIAL LEADERSHIP
When serving as fractional CxO for 3 tech start-ups closing € 85k MRR in 5 months, increasing runway from 2.5 to 10 months, and reaching >1M active users, I developed self-regulation mechanisms to support me with the pressure and stress of scaling a business.
As a Fractional Chief Transformation Officer, I’ve helped 3 tech start-ups close €85K in MRR in 5 months, extend their runway from 2.5 to 10 months, and grow past 1M+ active users — while navigating uncertainty and pressure with emotional regulation and self-awareness.
As a Fractional Chief Transformation Officer, I’ve helped 3 tech start-ups close €85K in MRR in 5 months, extend their runway from 2.5 to 10 months, and grow past 1M+ active users — while navigating uncertainty and pressure with emotional regulation and self-awareness.
ADVENTURE & PLAY
ADVENTURE & PLAY IN LEADERSHIP
ADVENTURE & PLAY IN LEADERSHIP
What sets me apart is the way I leverage bold curiosity and play for strategic leadership alignment – not for distraction, but to spark creativity, build trust and open new perspectives.
What makes my work different: I bring bold curiosity, movement, and play into strategic advisory and leadership development — not as distraction, but to spark creative thinking, build trust, and open new leadership perspectives.
What makes my work different: I bring bold curiosity, movement, and play into strategic advisory and leadership development — not as distraction, but to spark creative thinking, build trust, and open new leadership perspectives.
TRANSFORMATION
STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION EXPERTISE
STRATEGIC TRANSFORMATION EXPERTISE
I’ve supported >10.000 business leaders through >15 large-scale organizational transformations and know what it means to perform at a high level – and what it costs when we disconnect from ourselves in the process.
I’ve supported 10,000+ leaders across 15+ large-scale transformations, helping reduce leadership misalignment, enable culture change, and create impact that lasts.
I’ve supported 10,000+ leaders across 15+ large-scale transformations, helping reduce leadership misalignment, enable culture change, and create impact that lasts.
See what’s possible