Heidi Kuls urges German SMEs to pursue internal succession over investor sales

Heidi Kuls, founder of Legacyon Partners and Excellence‑Award recipient, highlighted at the International Speaker Slam in Mastershausen that many German medium‑size owners overlook internal succession options. She argues that a qualified employee, manager or family member can take over if the owner prepares early, avoiding frustration, unnecessary investor sales or business closure.

Kuls promotes a "Human M&A" approach that combines structured succession planning with a human‑centred attitude. As a BAFA‑registered consultant, she can help owners secure public funding for the advisory process where eligible, aiming to keep businesses in family or employee hands.