Markus Gunnesch

Markus Gunnesch is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in management consulting and strategic growth. Currently serving as the Lead for Family Business Advisory & Growth at Kienbaum since August 2025, Markus previously held significant roles, including Head of eCom | Strategy | Growth at Deichmann and Head of Corporate Strategy at INTERSPORT Deutschland e.G. Markus's career in consulting began at Kienbaum in 2016, following a PhD as a Research Assistant at the Institute of Communication Networks, Hamburg University of Technology, where expertise in strategic business exits and Mergers & Acquisitions was developed. Markus holds multiple degrees, including a Ph.D. in Strategic Management from Hamburg University of Technology and a Master's degree in Management & Marketing from Freie Universität Berlin, complemented by advanced studies at HEC Paris and degrees from the University of Valencia and the University of Mannheim.