Jump: Elevating Value

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Managers and Entrepreneurs at Once – What Does That Look Like?

Managers and Entrepreneurs at Once – What Does That Look Like?

Two Faces of the Same Coin

If you wake up one morning feeling like you need to change something in your life, you absolutely should. For us, it meant leaving top management and stepping into entrepreneurship. In 2020, we made the leap—with no hesitations, but backed by decades of expertise to offer businesses valuable insights and unique experience. Whether it’s big leaps or small steps, you can always count on JUMP to navigate both with precision.

We’ve loved being on the other side of the desk from the very beginning. It’s been good for us—and good for our clients, who’ve trusted us from day one. Why? Because they didn’t have to dive into the deep end when it came to startup consulting, business analysis, partnerships, or traditional management tasks. In short, we provide services that demand market insight and management skills just as much as strategic vision and entrepreneurial decision-making. And just as important: we bring sensitivity and empathy to the people we work with. Because at JUMP, that’s what truly matters.

What do you say when someone asks for an off-the-shelf solution?

What do you say when someone asks for an off-the-shelf solution?

Tailoring Over Ready-to-Wear

Let’s be clear: We don’t do standard sizes. At JUMP, it’s all about taking precise measurements. Why? Because no two clients are alike (a truth so obvious it’s almost cliché). And no suit fits perfectly on the first fitting. That’s why we take our time—time to craft a solution that genuinely reflects the personality of the client and their business. We’d rather tweak things a few extra times to drive change and optimize the process than risk falling short.

Clients come to us because they need a solution that makes them shine. Sometimes it’s just a small adjustment in the right place; other times, it’s a bold cut. Either way, it requires the right touch and sensitivity for their unique challenges. For us, change isn’t an end in itself—it’s a necessity to achieve the desired impact.

We’re more about creating enduring, practical solutions than chasing short-lived trends. Call us old school if you like; we’re happy to take a page from Ludwig Erhard’s book: “Keep it measured.” That’s how we ensure the perfect fit.

How do you support clients to be simply more successful?

How do you support clients to be simply more successful?

Recognizing and Seizing Opportunities

Success is always the result of something. We’re realistic enough to know that collaboration with a client only works well when there’s a shared understanding of strategy. Developing future solutions for businesses is an ongoing search process—a balance between precise analysis and creative problem-solving. Only those bold enough to navigate between these two poles can craft a coherent plan for the future. It’s a calculated risk, where we set the bar individually at a challenging yet achievable level. Only then do we take off—together with the client.

Success has many parents. Sometimes siblings, too. But never a one-size-fits-all concept. Success cannot be copied or imposed. A tried-and-true ABC method will fail if the problem doesn’t match the solution. At JUMP, we adapt our approach to the specific challenge each client faces. We talk with them about their goals and, most importantly, we listen.

Rather than stubbornly forcing our perspective, we embrace the courage to acknowledge gaps—living by the principle: “Know what you don’t know.” It’s a dimension of success our clients deeply appreciate.

What do you mean by “Work-for-Equity”?

Fairly Shared Risk

It’s the foundation of our fee model. Simply put, it’s a mix of a fixed payment—commonly known as a retainer—and the “Work-for-Equity” approach. Before the final billing, we sit down with the client, review the numbers together, and critically answer two key questions:

What exactly have we delivered for the money?
Are the results worth it?

To put it plainly: we only get fully paid if the client’s numbers add up. It’s a quantum leap in how interim management and consulting services are billed.

When it comes to risk-sharing between the client and JUMP, we have our own philosophy. We stand fully behind everything we propose and develop, and we don’t close the job until all results are on the table. By taking on this shared risk, we show that we’re not “fly-by-night consultants” chasing quick wins just to jump to the next project.

For us, success means that our client is so thrilled they could leap for joy. Only then do we enjoy the fruits of our labor.

Can you prove to your clients that you stand by them through thick and thin?

Can you prove to your clients that you stand by them through thick and thin?

A Safety Net for Entrepreneurs

In our dual role as consultants and entrepreneurs, we’re happy to take on interim operational leadership roles for our clients, carrying full responsibility for results—whether in projects, launch teams, or transformative initiatives. This is especially critical when reshaping business fields or organizational structures. By doing so, we shoulder the same accountability as our clients, ensuring they’re never left out in the rain.

Whether the sun is shining or the sky is pouring, we start as “Sense Makers” from day one. Our first and unwavering question is always: “Why are we doing this?”—long before we delve into what actions to take and how to implement them. We’re anything but impulsive, relying solely on this guiding question to chart the course.

For us, “sense making” also means thinking backward from the desired outcome. Having an umbrella is great; it’s even better when you can trust it to work in the rain. Too many companies have sophisticated processes and fantastic tools but lose time and money due to inefficient use. The result? They end up soaked—because no one is there to shield them.

That’s where we step in, providing cover when it’s needed most. With us, our clients can rest assured: we don’t just bring the umbrella—we make sure it works.

You build successful business models with your clients – how do you tackle this complexity?

You build successful business models with your clients – how do you tackle this complexity?

Change Management Experience + Sales Expertise

Change is essential to move businesses forward—whether it’s internal processes or people’s mindsets. Sometimes the approach needs to be gentle, other times firm. But in all cases, it must be flexible, tailored to the situation. Add to that transparent actions and sometimes just a small nudge in the right direction. That nudge can become the springboard for new developments, even personal ones. That’s where we come in. At JUMP, this is how we see our role as a service provider. We address the core questions that CEOs wrestle with daily, from strategic concerns to conceptual challenges. We’re happy to take on both managerial and ownership-level responsibilities—for instance, when developing new business models. From the very beginning, decision-makers appreciate having us by their side to help them take the leap. Another focus of our work is adapting existing business models to current or future changes. Since this never happens in a vacuum—the daily business must keep running successfully—we rely on our dual expertise to help clients jump higher or farther, depending on what’s needed. And always with refreshing pragmatism and a keen awareness of risks.

JUMP stays wide awake so our clients can sleep soundly

We’re salespeople. By nature and by passion. And when it comes to the nitty-gritty, it’s rarely just about cutting costs. Instead, topics like these often take center stage:

Repositioning sales strategies
Optimizing sales management
Go-to-market processes

Some may claim they’re better at these tasks—but we know we do them best.

Our fascination with telecommunications and IT

From the very start (check our resumes), telecommunications and IT have captivated us. That said, let’s be candid: we’re not digitalization or production process optimization experts. Questions like how to design a digital customer journey on your website or how to save costs with process digitalization are best left to those who’ve mastered those specifics.

Where we truly excel—and leap for joy—is in tackling broader, transformative questions like these:

What new markets can digitalization open up for me?
How can I transform a product-focused business into a service-oriented one?
How do I create and operationalize a data-driven business model using AI?

At JUMP, it’s not just about the leaps—we ensure the landing is just as successful.

Playmaker on the Field or Coach on the Sidelines – Which Role Do You Prefer?

Playmaker on the Field or Coach on the Sidelines – Which Role Do You Prefer?

Ready for Complex Challenges

We’re happy to wear the captain’s armband and take the role of midfield strategist. It’s our sweet spot—operating at the intersection of defense and offense, especially in the context of mergers and acquisitions. In these scenarios, it’s crucial to get JUMP involved early on, ideally as soon as the company has completed its differential diagnoses in areas like finance, tax, or technology. We translate these findings into plain language and collaborate with the client to decide how and where to take the leap forward.

Some of the key questions we tackle during every stage of the process include:

How should the results of the differential diagnosis be interpreted?
How should the results of the differential diagnosis be interpreted?
What kind of transaction model minimizes risks while maximizing opportunities?
How should a PMI process (Post-Merger Integration) be structured?
How do we design effective financial modeling?
How can we make better use of existing sales channels?
How do we optimize procurement strategies for subsidiaries?

At JUMP, we’re not just on the field to play; we’re there to orchestrate every move, ensuring that complex challenges turn into well-executed strategies. Whether it’s driving the action or advising from the sidelines, we focus on results that position our clients for lasting success.

Are you self-sufficient, or what gives JUMP its jumping power?

Are you self-sufficient, or what gives JUMP its jumping power?

Always Ready to Leap – A Winning Team on Demand

As our role model Michael Jordan famously said: “Talent wins games, but teamwork and intelligence win championships.” That’s why we rely on carefully selected specialists in their respective roles. Like any championship-winning team, we sub in and out the best players as needed—at the right time, in the right moment. Because in the end, it’s the individual jumping technique that makes the difference.

And just for the record: Michael Jordan is still considered the greatest basketball player of all time. As for our field? We’re still working on that… but we’re getting closer with every leap.

Our team

Jörg Zeddies

Co-founder

Jörg Zeddies

Co-founder

Profession: A passionate entrepreneur and executive. Apprenticeship, studies, board membership, entrepreneurship – a wealth of experience in creating success.

Core Competency: Leadership – there is no greater feeling than seeing a team surpass itself.

Key Characteristics: If you only do what you already know, you’ll remain who you already are – courage to keep learning and evolving.

Current Focus: Meditation, chanting – exploring ways to expand mental capabilities.

Aspiration: True excellence is not about marginal optimization, but about striving to create truly new and disruptive things.

Personal Quirk: Better overdressed than underdressed – whether at the office, on the slopes, or at the bakery.

Guiding principle: Integrity – "We must say what we think, do what we say, and be what we do." – Alfred Herrhausen

Work-Life Balance: A life full of jazz and classical music, wonderful family dynamics with two amazing children and my dear wife. Whenever possible, you’ll find me on the golf course.

Mathias Maierhofer

Co-founder

Mathias Maierhofer

Co-founder

Profession: A passionate economist through and through. From electronics and telecommunications to business administration and an EMBA – a versatile toolbox ready to simplify the complex.

Core Competency: A strategic thinker with a keen eye for the bigger picture and an empathetic leader who listens before taking action.

Key Characteristics: A technology-driven visionary who never loses sight of reality – innovation with purpose and pragmatism.

Current Focus: Captivated by the transformative power of AI and the endless potential it holds.

Aspiration: Win-Win-Win. True success is only sustainable when everyone benefits – people, businesses, and society alike.

Personal Quirk: Perpetually on a treasure hunt for keys and phone. Life’s little mysteries keep things exciting!

Guiding principle: Humanity – because no algorithm can replace true compassion.

Work-Life Balance: Simple joys with great impact – easy-going company, four wonderful children, mountains, the sea, and always time for a good story.

Dilshod Agishev

Analyst

Dilshod Agishev

Analyst

Profession: A finance enthusiast with a sharp analytical mind and a knack for turning numbers into strategic insights. From data analytics to M&A advisory, I thrive on solving complex puzzles.

Core Competency: An analytical thinker with pragmatic problem-solving skills—always diving into the numbers while keeping real-world implications in focus.

Key Characteristics: Globally minded, detail-oriented, and quick to adapt—skills honed in diverse, high-pressure environments. Comfortable with steep learning curves and tight deadlines.

Current Focus: Bringing more activity into daily life through running, weightlifting, and hiking.

Aspiration: Freedom—the freedom to choose, explore, and pursue what I love. It’s a crucial element in both work and life.

Personal Quirk: Foodie at heart, always exploring new flavors and cuisines.

Guiding principle: Curiosity—a constant drive to explore, learn, and grow, leading to new perspectives and innovative solutions in every aspect of life.

Work-Life Balance: Quality time with family and friends is essential to me, and I make it a priority in my daily life.

Our Services

Empower your organization during times of change

Our Interim Management services provide seasoned leaders who step in during critical periods of transition, crisis, or transformation. Whether you need a temporary CEO, CFO, COO, or CMO, our executives are equipped to drive your organization forward with experience, objectivity, and a focus on sustainable success.

Why Interim Management?

Address leadership gaps quickly and effectively.
Navigate crises and transformative initiatives with experienced guidance.
Ensure continuity and stability during organizational changes..

Our Approach

Deploy experienced interim executives who bring objective decision-making.
Implement rapid and flexible strategies tailored to your needs.
Mentor internal talent to ensure a seamless leadership transition..

Steer your company toward long-term success with trusted governance

Our Board Services are designed to enhance governance, provide strategic direction, and drive innovation. We support your board with the expertise needed to align leadership, create value for shareholders, and secure the long-term success of your company.

Why Board Services?

Strengthen governance and strategic direction for sustainable growth.
Drive innovation and value creation at the board level.
Develop leadership and ensure financial oversight..

Our Approach

Provide strategic board participation and guidance with a focus on innovation.
Utilize Jump AG’s full expertise, including analytics and mentoring resources.
Foster leadership development and shareholder value creation..

Navigate complex transactions with confidence and precision

Our Transaction Advisory services guide your company through the complexities of mergers, acquisitions, and capital raises. From pre-deal strategy and valuation to post-merger integration, we manage the entire process to ensure a successful outcome and minimal disruption.

Why Transaction Advisory?

Successfully navigate high-stakes mergers, acquisitions, and capital raises.
Minimize risks and avoid common pitfalls in transaction processes.
Ensure seamless integration and value realization post-transaction..

Our Approach

Offer comprehensive support from strategic validation to deal execution.
Lead negotiations, structure deals, and manage risks effectively.
Oversee post-merger integration with meticulous planning and change management..

Transform your data into actionable insights for strategic decisions

Our Financial Services & Data Analytics team empowers your organization to make data-driven decisions. By offering tailored financial planning, performance management, and insightful data analyses, we help you extract value from your data and drive continuous improvement.