Good managers are rare in medium-sized companies.
We find excellent ones.
As a managing director or supervisory board member of a medium-sized company, you know: success rises and falls with the quality of your leadership team. What’s needed are individuals who combine professional excellence with entrepreneurial thinking and a strong, sustainable leadership style – people who don’t just manage, but shape the future.
When it comes to filling leadership positions, it’s not just about resumes. The key is the right fit, along with a diverse set of skills: industry expertise combined with the ability to bring fresh ideas, and cultural alignment with your organization. Leaders must understand the dynamics of the mid-market – grounded and hands-on, yet also strategically strong, sustainably driven, and above all, responsible.
Time is a critical factor when it comes to successfully filling key positions. In an increasingly scarce market for qualified executives, speed, professionalism, and precise direct outreach are essential. Top candidates must be specifically identified, approached, and persuaded.
Succession planning is becoming an increasingly central issue for medium-sized businesses. The next generation of leaders must be developed early: individuals who are ready to take responsibility today and capable of leading your company into a successful future tomorrow.
And finally: the mid-market stands for living values. What’s needed are individuals with change management skills, resilience, and true team orientation – people who can drive transformation, overcome challenges, and embody loyalty, allwhile grounding their actions and decisions in strong core values.
We understand these requirements. And we deliver not just résumés, but sustainable placements that drive our clients’ success – tailored specifically for the mid-market.
Award by WirtschaftsWoche in April 2025
Top Service Provider for the Mid-Market 2025: DELTACON Executive Search
Our focus on the mid-sized sector has been confirmed by this award from WirtschaftsWoche, naming us one of the top ten executive search firms for the mid-market. We rely on tailor-made solutions instead of standard processes and work with the highest levels of quality and reliability.
What Sets Us Apart – And Why It Works
1
Industry Focus & Market Understanding
We speak your language – not from theory, but from hands-on experience. Our partners come directly from leadership roles within the very industries you operate in.
2
Personalized Consulting by Experienced Partners
With us, you’ll work directly with a seasoned partner – not with junior consultants or constantly changing project teams.
3
Speed with Structure
We understand that every vacant key position poses a risk. That’s why we work with agile processes, short communication paths, and fast decision-making.
4
Fit Over Facade
Cultural alignment is no coincidence. We use personality assessments, structured interviews, and a deep understanding of your values and corporate culture.
5
Access to the Hidden Market
We reach candidates who are not actively looking – but are open to the right opportunity in the right context.
6
Quality Over Quantity
We don’t deliver stacks of CVs, but individuals with real substance. We thoroughly vet candidates through multiple steps and filter out those who don’t fit.
7
Expertise in Succession & Change
We support sensitive processes – successions, restructurings, transformations – with the necessary tact and a strong entrepreneurial perspective.
8
Regional Commitment & DACH Network
Local presence, strong regional networks, and data-driven market transparency across the entire DACH region.
9
Entrepreneurial Thinking on Equal Terms
We think and actent repreneurially, not administratively – because we are part of the mid-market too.
10
Personal Chemistry
We offer respect, trust,humor, and professionalism.
What entrepreneurs tell us – and why they keep coming back
“What do we do if the next generation doesn’t take over?”
This is a question we hear often. Our answer: We find individuals who don’t just continue your legacy – they develop it further, with respect for your company’s DNA.
“How do we fill leadership roles in rural areas?”
Not through job postings. But through direct outreach, personal networks, and a clear focus on the right fit – inspiring the best candidates for your business.
“How do we attract leadership that truly drives change?”
With people who not only understand processes but also demonstrate true commitment. And who are capable of providing guidance in complex systems.
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What Our Mid-Market Clients Say
“Working with Mr. Mayerhanser is a very pleasant experience. He has a strong understanding of the client’s situation and asks the right questions to get a complete picture. The specific candidates he suggested were indeed a great match for our requirements.
We also got the impression that the candidates received a well-informed and realistic view of our company beforehand.”
Head of HR, mid-sized IT company, North Rhine-Westphalia (NRW)
“DELTACON didn’t just present us with excellent candidates – they truly understood us as a mid-sized company.”
Managing Director, mechanical engineering company, Bavaria
“I greatly appreciate your highly professional selection interviews, along with your honest and direct feedback. For us as a mid-sized ompany, your deep understanding of our market and your advanced diagnostic tools are essential – they lead to exceptionally high-quality candidates.
Your service consistently helps us fill key positions quickly with the best people. And our shared success proves us right – the candidates we selected together in the past were exactly the right ones.”
Managing Director Sales & Marketing, Automotive, Stuttgart
“I would like to take this opportunity to thank you for the many years of excellent collaboration. In particular, I appreciate the following aspects of your working style:
- Your long-standing industry experience with an extensive network
- The thorough briefing for each position, the effective coordination meetings, and the well-prepared documentation
- Your methodological expertise, which ensures that we only meet truly suitable candidates
- The high quality of your shortlist and your support throughout the interview process
I wish you continued success and look forward to new projects with DELTACON.”
Board Member Sales, German telecommunications company, NRW
Practical Examples
For a family-owned business in a rural area, DELTACON filled the vacant managing director position within eight weeks – with a candidate who excelled both culturally and strategically. For the past two years, he has successfully guided the company’s digital transformation.
For a mid-sized, owner-managed company in Berlin, DELTACON helped reduce the previously high turnover in newly filled positions by evaluating the corporate culture using diagnostic tools and testing all suitable candidates for fit through online assessment centers. It was essential to assess not only professional qualifications but also cultural alignment with the client.
Do you have questions about Executive Search?
Would you like to find out more about executive search and personnel consulting?
Please feel free to contact us!
We look forward to meeting you!
Conclusion: Why is DELTACON the Right Partner for the Mid-Market?
DELTACON understands the mid-market – not just in theory, but through hands-on experience. We combine deep industry knowledge, cultural sensitivity, and an entrepreneurial mindset in an executive search firm that operates on equal footing with its clients.
At DELTACON, only experienced partners provide consulting; we deliver tailor-made solutions instead of standard processes, and we guarantee discretion, reliability, and sustainable success.
What sets us apart from the competition?
We don’t just fill positions – we secure the future viability, stability, and growth of mid-sized companies by finding the right people.