Valtus Alliance Whitepaper – Guide to Executive Interim Management Worldwide

In an era defined by accelerating business complexity, geopolitical tensions, supply chain disruptions, and shifting trade dynamics, organisations face challenges that demand immediate, decisive action.

From European manufacturers driving operational transformation, North American nearshoring strategies, to Asian businesses adapting to new tradecorridors, interim leadership has become an agile strategic tool, delivering the fresh perspective and immediate impact that today’s uncertain business climate demands.

« The faster transformation moves, the more agile our leadership models must become. Global businesses are facing this reality in real time. »

Philippe Soullier,
Group Chairman

WHAT’S INSIDE

COMPREHENSIVE ANALYSIS ACROSS THREE MAJOR REGIONS

EUROPE
In-depth insights, covering BeNeLux, UK, DACH, France, Nordics, and emerging Southern & Eastern European markets

THE AMERICAS
Insights from North America’s enterprise-driven landscape to South America’s sector-led growth

APAC & MIDDLE EAST
Analysis of high-potential markets highlighting digital transformation drivers, sector dynamics and cultural adaptation strategies

28 COUNTRIES ACROSS 4 CONTINENTS FEATURED

 

INSIGHTS FROM 25 LOCAL PARTNERS

 

A GLOBAL INDUSTRY VALUED AT OVER €5 BILLION

LEADERSHIP PERSPECTIVES

« Executive Interim Management has evolved into a strategic imperative, offering companies seasoned leaders and experts who can step in and deliver results from day one, whether driving international expansion, leading digital transformation, or managing restructuring initiatives.»

Björn Henriksson, Group CEO

Aymeric Bas

« This comprehensive market analysis highlights a global industry valued over €5 billion, built on urgent worldwide needs, showcasing the unique capabilities Valtus delivers across all key markets. »

Aymeric Bas,
Managing Partner International & Chief Revenue Officer

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Our Insights

Valtus Expand into Switzerland with FS Partners

Valtus, the worldwide leader in executive interim management, acquires Switzerland’s FS Partners, completing full DACH coverage with its tenth European subsidiary Valtus, the worldwide leader in executive interim management, has expanded its European footprint by acquiring FS Partners, Switzerland’s leading boutique in financial interim management. Present in nearly 30 countries across four continents, the Group now has 10 subsidiaries in Europe, reinforcing its position as the only international leader with comprehensive coverage in Germany, Austria and Switzerland, a market valued at more than €3 billion annually. Covering the DACH region

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How Interim CEO Leadership Rapidly Stabilised a State-Owned Services Provider

The challenge: Our client, a prominent state-owned services provider, had hit a difficult period. One large division had been underperforming for some time, creating financial strain and operational pressure. The leadership team needed support that would steady the business and turn performance around at pace. Our solution: Valtus drew on its network and experience in complex operational environments to move quickly. We identified and engaged an interim CEO with a strong track record in large-scale improvement. His background included senior roles as Head of Operations at a global furniture retailer

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How Interim Leadership Restored Delivery and Profitability in Engineering

The challenge: A specialist engineering firm within a larger international group was under pressure after an extended period of poor delivery performance, financial strain and internal disengagement. Leadership across the group recognised the need for a structured turnaround and approached Valtus for support. Our solution: In close partnership with the client’s senior leadership, Valtus diagnosed the situation and recommended a focused interim management intervention. We introduced an experienced interim CEO with nearly two decades of transformation and recovery experience, spanning several industrial and engineering businesses. He was brought in with

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Interim Management: Doing What Is Hard, Not What Is Easy

When writing, my instinct is to talk about the value of Interim Management, rather than to extol the virtues of individual Interim Managers, or to humble-brag about Valtus and my credentials as an operator in the space. I’m not about to change. That said, I think there’s some value in explaining what I do and why I do it. In a recent article, I touched on why I chose to specialise in Interim Management rather than the safer route of Executive Search, which for many with my background would have

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