Corporate Update
April 2022

Double recognition from the Great Place to Work® Institute

goetzpartners has reason to celebrate, after receiving two awards from the renowned Great Place to Work® institute this year. The advisory firm for strategy, M&A and transformation was honored in the categories “Germany's Best Employer 2022” and “Best Employer in Consulting 2022.”

Reading Time 2 Minutes
Double recognition from the Great Place to Work® Institute

The awards recognize special commitment to shaping a trusting and supportive culture of cooperation within the company.

 

“These awards confirm that we have succeeded in establishing a workplace culture that is characterized by trust, motivation, authenticity and a special team spirit,” says Dr. Franziska Schirrmacher, Director of Human Resources at Fortlane Partners.

 

More than 90 percent of respondents say they value the open, family-like corporate culture, the high degree of self-fulfillment and authenticity, and the opportunity to quickly take on responsibility. Overall, 92 percent of respondents confirm: goetzpartners is a very attractive employer.

 

“These top ratings, especially in times of pandemic, make us proud and motivate us to continue our active cultural work. At the same time, the survey provides valuable information on how we can meet future challenges even better and drive our internal transformation,” says Dr. Stephan Goetz, Managing Partner and founder of goetzpartners.

 

The topics of diversity, new way of working and ESG are currently being pursued with high priority in order to create an even more diverse, flexible and sustainable working environment. The needs and satisfaction of the employees are the top priority.

What's new?You might also be interested in...

Deal Announcement
June 2026
Fortlane Partners advised Orlando Capital with a Commercial Due Diligence on the acquisition of Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX)
Funds managed by Orlando Capital GmbH have acquired Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX), a leading independent European provider of rail infrastructure and railway services, from Ufenau IV German Asset Light, SLP, a fund exclusively advised by Ufenau Capital Partners AG.Fortlane Partners advised Orlando Capital with a Commercial Due Diligence on the acquisition of TEX, covering an assessment of the business model, market dynamics, competitive positioning, and the business plan.This project reflects Fortlane Partners' deep sector expertise and extensive experience in Mobility, Transportation, Rail and Infrastructure, providing an in-depth understanding of the European rail services industry.About Trans Europa Express Holding AG (TEX)Headquartered in Freienbach, Switzerland, TEX has established itself over recent years as a market-leading independent European platform for rail infrastructure and railway services. Today, the company operates across Germany, Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, and Belgium, supporting leading infrastructure operators, passenger and freight rail companies, as well as industrial clients with a comprehensive service portfolio spanning the entire rail value chain.A particular focus lies on the continued expansion of the rail infrastructure services segment, where TEX has built a leading market position in signaling and safety systems as well as other specialized rail infrastructure services over many years. The company benefits from long-term structural growth drivers and is ideally positioned to capitalize on these developments through its strong technical expertise, long-standing customer relationships, and existing framework agreements.In addition to the infrastructure segment, TEX’s operating and training business represents another key pillar of the Group. TEX provides cross-border railway operations services as well as unique international training and qualification programs for rail professionals. With one of the largest independent train drivers platforms in the German-speaking region, the company is exceptionally well positioned to benefit from increasing demand for skilled labor and the growing internationalization of European rail transport.About Orlando Capital GmbHOrlando Capital is a private equity firm with over 25 years of experience in the investment business. The company specializes in corporate acquisitions in complex situations and supports mid-market companies in the German-speaking and Nordic regions. With more than 85 completed transactions, Orlando has profound expertise in the strategic and operational development of portfolio companies.About Fortlane PartnersFortlane Partners is a leading European advisory firm specializing in strategy, M&A, and transformation. With an integrated advisory approach, Fortlane Partners combines management consulting and corporate finance expertise to help businesses successfully shape their future.
Insight
Brochure
May 2026
Industrial Tech M&A Snapshot May 2026
The Industrial Tech M&A market in Europe is holding at an elevated level – with financial investors gaining prominence and domestic deals now accounting for the majority of transactions. Robotics valuations expanded to up to 6.0x EV/Sales driven by Physical AI momentum; Industrial Software multiples moderated to 13.5x EV/EBITDA. This snapshot by Oliver Grigat and the Fortlane Partners Industrial Tech M&A team covers key transactions – from KKR/Spectris (€5.6bn) and SoftBank/ABB Robotics (€4.6bn) to structural drivers including AI-driven industrial automation, cobot adoption amid labor shortages, and green automation across the DACH market.
Insight
Article
April 2026
The Map Before the Storm
Is PE Looking at the Right AI Risk?