The generational transition in German family-owned businesses offers a unique opportunity to diversify leadership teams and establish modern, future-oriented structures. etec Consult is committed to strengthening the promotion of women in leadership positions to drive innovation, better decision-making and sustainable strategies. We believe that diversity is not only a matter of fairness but the key to long-term business success.
As the Baby Boomer generation retires, numerous German family businesses are facing a generational transition. The perspective we choose is now decisive: Do we look critically toward the future, or do we recognize the opportunities this transformation brings?
We agree: The generational shift in German family businesses presents the chance to fundamentally modernize leadership structures and is a crucial opportunity to increase diversity in top management.
The latest AllBright Report already shows a positive trend: The proportion of women in the executive teams of the 100 largest family businesses has risen to 12.6% — an increase of more than four percentage points in just two years. Despite this progress, the proportion of women in many sectors such as manufacturing and construction remains below average, as highlighted by a study from the ifo Institute.
But why should more women work in leadership positions? Women are not only drivers of change but bring fresh impulses through their participative leadership style, emotional intelligence and strong networks. They foster innovation, strengthen communication and shape sustainable strategies. We also know this: Mixed leadership teams lead to better decisions, a stronger market position and demonstrably more resilient and innovative companies — a clear competitive advantage! Now it is crucial to actively promote female talents and increase their visibility at the leadership level.
At etec Consult, we firmly believe that diversity is not only a question of fairness but the key to long-term success and innovation. Looking ahead to 2025, we are increasing our focus on events and networking formats dedicated to promoting women in technical professions. Our goal is to foster exchange between top female leaders in the Mittelstand and to build long-term partnerships that actively shape the transformation. Through targeted networking, we aim to sustainably strengthen innovation and diversity in the electrical engineering sector.
Now is the moment to shape this change and pave the way for a more diverse and innovative future in German family businesses. Together, we can transform the leadership of tomorrow!