Cooperation & Stakeholder Management

When collaborating with other companies or organisations, you enter a new dynamic: decisions can no longer be made solely by hierarchy. They must be negotiated among equals. This changes everything and is particularly challenging if your company is accustomed to a highly hierarchical structure. Even those with flat hierarchies face obstacles in cooperation settings: Progress can be slow or stagnant, stakeholders may feel excluded or strongly oppose certain developments, potentially leading to a tense atmosphere among partners.

With 17 years of experience managing complex cooperation settings, I can help you advance towards your objective while keeping every stakeholder engaged and on board.

Key References

  • Accompanying the APMP / DEC network to virtually elaborate and implement a knowledge management system and accompanying monitoring system, including its stakeholders in a 100% remote process
    2022-2023, Asia-Pacific Region, Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), Virtual
    Sector: Metrology

  • Facilitating a virtual steering committee with high-level G5 Sahel military commanders and European Union representatives
    2021, Sahel Region, EU / G5 Sahel, Virtual
    Sector: Security / Military

  • Facilitating a virtual process for a bi-organisational team to determine their strategic orientation for the next project phase
    2020, Germany / UK, GIZ GmbH / C40 Cities, Virtual
    Sector: Governance

  • Facilitating a series of stakeholder workshops in the area of employment and migration
    2018-2019, Morocco / Senegal / Serbia, GIZ GmbH, On-site
    Sector: Employment

  • Remote elaboration of a stakeholder participation concept for the establishment / retrofitting of 3 industrial areas
    2018-2019, Morocco, Conseil Ingénierie et Développement S.A., Virtual
    Sector: Infrastructure

Why Cooperation & Stakeholder Management? Why me?

  • When I support you with your cooperation and stakeholder management, you will avoid typical pitfalls and advance more effectively toward your objectives.

  • Your communication with stakeholders will be more effective, especially in intercultural settings.

  • I will level the playing field for all stakeholders: the more influential ones will not dominate every debate, and the less influential ones will be able to contribute more meaningfully.

  • Your partners will feel heard and valued, fostering a more productive work atmosphere.

  • The outcomes of your collaboration will be more sustainable as your stakeholders align with them.