International growth. Build with focus.
Is your growth limited by saturated local markets while international opportunities remain untapped?
We support companies in transforming local strength into international relevance — through focused strategy, niche leadership, and strong global partnerships.
Build for global relevance
Local expertise fuels innovation; global markets scale its impact.
Niche focus creates clarity, international networks create reach.
This is how sustainable products move from local excellence to global relevance.
The future belongs to companies that lead with depth — and act globally.
Align Your Business Model with the Future. Boost Competitiveness and Drive Profits.
DOWNLOAD YOUR FREE GUIDE
5 steps to prioritize your business & life
Grab your roadmap to increase your productivity without the overwhelm, and start creating space in your calendar for what matters the most in your life
About Me
My Expertise…
International Expansion & Global Relevance
I work hands-on with companies to enter and scale in international markets, supported by a strong global network of local partners and experts. Together, we turn local strength and niche expertise into sustainable international relevance.
Transformation & Vision of the future
Through transforming existing business models in practice, I have learned that progress requires bold choices, the courage to lead change, and a clear vision of the future.
Future-Ready Business Models, Digitalization & AI
This is where I work with trusted experts from my network to enable future-ready business models.
Digitalization and AI are applied deliberately — to drive productivity, innovation, and profitability.
what other entrepreneurs like you say…
How we work
We work in focused projects, market initiatives, and workshops — shaped by your strategic question and market reality.
Engagements vary in scope and duration. What counts is clarity, relevance, and progress.
International Focus & Market Scoping
We identify where international opportunity truly lies — across markets, regions, and niches.
The focus is on long-term demand, profitability, and strategic relevance.
Strategic Positioning & Niche Leadership
We sharpen your positioning around what you do best and why it matters globally.
Strong niches are built on deep know-how, differentiation, and future-ready value propositions.
Go-to-Market & Partnership Design
We design international market entry and growth strategies grounded in partnerships and local realities.
This creates traction while strengthening resilient, responsible business models.
Digital & Technology Partner Matching
We connect you with carefully selected digital, software, and AI partners from our trusted network.
Technology is applied where it improves efficiency, scalability, and decision-making.
Leadership & Organizational Readiness
We align leadership, ownership, and organizational structures to support strategic direction and execution globally.
The emphasis is on clear decision rights, accountability, and constructive collaboration across cultures and stakeholders.
Co-Creation & Technology-Enabled Innovation
We design co-creation formats that bring teams, partners, and technology together.
Innovation is guided by market relevance and business impact — not by trends.
FAQs
-
I speak your language—because I come from the industrial Mittelstand myself. With over 15 years of experience in business development, international expansion, and sustainable transformation, I bring deep operational insight, strategic thinking, and the drive to move things forward.
I support you in developing a robust, future-ready sustainability strategy that doesn’t just tick boxes—but creates real business value.
What sets me apart is a combination of entrepreneurial thinking, international perspective, and the ability to turn vision into actionable, bottom-line results. I bring in fresh ideas and challenge the status quo—always with your market position and profitability in mind.
And yes, I especially enjoy empowering women in business—because leadership needs diversity and perspective.
-
Strategic transformation requires continuity and focus. That’s why I typically work with clients over a period of 6 to 12 months—long enough to develop, implement, and solidify the changes we define together. We tackle concrete projects: whether it's international expansion, market repositioning, or embedding sustainability into your core business model.
Our collaboration is hands-on and tailored to your specific needs. You gain a reliable external advisor who understands your industry and thinks like an entrepreneur. I bring structure, clear recommendations, and honest feedback—so you can make informed, confident decisions.
Even after the initial project phase, I remain available as your strategic sparring partner. Many of my clients appreciate having a long-term, trusted counterpart they can count on—especially when navigating complex changes or entering new markets.
This is the right program for you if you're ready to invest in the long-term competitiveness of your company and want a partner who combines industrial know-how with global experience and a clear view of what makes a business future-proof.
-
Ideally my customers would work with me over a period of 6 months to a year, to enable a follow through and lead to success of the strategic project we're working on together.
-
You want to keep your edge—innovative, resilient, and ready for global growth.
You know that long-term success doesn’t come from standing still—but from staying ahead of change and continuously evolving your business.If you're leading a mid-sized industrial company and aiming to strengthen your market position through transformation, international expansion, or a clear sustainability strategy, then you're already on the right track.
What you need to get started is:
the openness to challenge familiar patterns,
the ambition to lead—not follow—your industry,
and the willingness to align short-term decisions with a long-term vision.
Together, we’ll work on future-proofing your business—practically, strategically, and globally.
You bring the drive. I bring the roadmap, the experience, and the clarity to get you there. -
Why I do what I do?
I believe that mid-sized companies are one of the greatest forces for good—not just as the backbone of our economy, but as engines of innovation, craftsmanship, and continuous improvement. They are uniquely positioned to drive meaningful transformation from the inside out.
As an entrepreneur, shareholder, and mother of two, my mission goes beyond profit.
I am committed to building bridges between economic success and ecological responsibility—because I believe the two belong together. A truly sustainable business strategy is not only the path to long-term profitability, but also the foundation for a healthier, more balanced way of working and living.Climate change is the defining challenge of our time.
And it's not just a political or scientific issue—it’s a business imperative. As leaders, we have the responsibility and the power to act now.My passion is to support industrial leaders and family-owned businesses in expanding, innovating, and future-proofing their companies—with purpose and clarity. I want to inspire a new generation of business decisions: ones that align with both the heart and the bottom line.
Because what we build today will define the world our children inherit tomorrow.
-
This program is designed for decision-makers in mid-sized, industrial, family-owned companies who are ready to take their business to the next level—not just in size, but in purpose, resilience, and global positioning.
You’re a great fit if:
Your company generates over €1 million in annual turnover
You’re proud of your legacy—but know your business model needs to evolve to stay relevant in a changing world
You feel the pressure of rising resource costs, growing compliance demands (ESG, CSRD), and shifting customer expectations
You want to future-proof your company with a clear sustainability and innovation strategy—without falling into greenwashing or losing sight of profitability
You’re not just chasing the next quarter’s numbers—you think in generations, not quarters
This is not a cookie-cutter coaching program. It’s a strategic partnership.
Together, we’ll analyze your current business model, define a path toward more sustainable, efficient growth, and implement it step-by-step—so that your company can remain an innovation leader in your niche, globally and long-term.Are you ready to align your business with your values—and build the foundation for a next-generation legacy?
-
I’m not in this to count hours—I’m here to help you make a real difference in your business performance and long-term competitiveness.
That’s why I prefer to define the scope, goals, and intention of our collaboration clearly from the start. Based on that, I calculate the time and resources needed to deliver meaningful, sustainable results—not just quick fixes.
In most cases, I offer project-based packages with the option to add further services as we move forward. My hourly rate varies depending on the complexity and topic, typically ranging between €250 and €350.
Let’s align on the value we want to create—and then build the right framework around it.
📩 Feel free to contact me directly at heike@drhundertmark.com for tailored options.
I build businesses beyond borders.
15+ years of international leadership experience across Europe and the Americas, working comfortably in multicultural contexts
International growth through focus — turning deep local know-how and niche expertise into global relevance
Sustainability and technology-enabled innovation as strategic levers for profitable, resilient business models
Digitalization and AI applied thoughtfully to scale expertise, not chase trends
People-first leadership — transformation succeeds when mindset, structure, and execution align
Team player with edge — collaborative, motivating, and decisive when direction is required
Former competitive cyclist — shaped by discipline, endurance, focus, and respect for long-term performance
Partnership-driven — I build long-term relationships, not short-term projects
Transformation builds capability.
Productivity growth is stalling
Germany’s labor productivity growth has been close to zero for years, limiting domestic value creation.
(OECD, GDP per hour worked)Innovation needs scale to pay off
Returns on digitalization and innovation increase significantly when solutions are scaled beyond the home market.
(McKinsey Global Institute)International companies perform better
Export-oriented and internationally diversified firms show higher resilience and profitability than purely domestic peers.
(Destatis / OECD)

