PROFILE

MANAGING PARTNER

ERIK W. Ederer, MA

Erik W. Ederer is the founder and managing director of EDVENTURES Management GmbH. With this founding, he realized a long-held dream and has since consistently pursued the sustainable expansion of his investment holding and management consulting firm.

Erik has a strong technical understanding, which he acquired through his professional experience at renowned industrial companies such as HTP AG, AT&S AG, OMV AG, and Europten Trans Energy GmbH. He also brings many years of experience in management consulting – including at international consulting firms such as PwC (Business Recovery Services – Restructuring & Refinancing) and Deloitte (Corporate Finance Advisory). His professional focus is on restructuring and supporting company sales.

Over the course of his consulting career, Erik has built up comprehensive expertise in a wide variety of industries (see references), with a constant focus on companies in the manufacturing and industrial sectors.

He holds an apprenticeship as a plastics processor, a bachelor's degree in Business Administration and a master's degree in Financial Management and Controlling from the Vienna University of Applied Sciences and Venture Capital and Private Equity from UIC Barcelona.

COMPETENCIES

Financial & Analytical Expertise: Extensive experience in corporate finance advisory, particularly in the areas of restructuring and M&A within international management consultancies. Strong ability to quickly analyze key company metrics and make data-driven, well-founded decisions in a short time.

Restructuring Experience: Expertise in operational restructuring, CFO support, IBRs, going concern forecasts, and liquidity and working capital management. Experienced in developing and implementing measures for financial stabilization and optimization.

Technical and Business Expertise: Extensive experience in a wide range of industries, including manufacturing/industry, financial services, and management consulting. A combination of technical understanding gained through industry experience and solid business expertise. Professional development through practical training and academic qualifications, both nationally and internationally.

Communication & Negotiation Skills: Proven skills in targeted interaction with investors, banks, suppliers, customers and internal stakeholders at all hierarchical levels, including direct communication with employees on the shop floor.

Project Management: Profound experience in leading and implementing transformation processes and operational change projects, including the introduction and management of a Project Management Office (PMO).