Markus Geörger - Owner and Managing Director

Q: Where is Markus based?

Markus is based in Sankt Leon-Rot, Germany .

Q: What languages does Markus speak?

Markus speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate) .

Q: How many years of experience does Markus have?

Markus has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Markus has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 9 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months . Note that Markus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Markus's latest experience?

Markus's most recent position is Owner and Managing Director at IGESIA .

Q: What companies has Markus worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Markus has worked for IGESIA .

Q: Which industries is Markus most experienced in?

Markus is most experienced in industries like Retail , Aerospace and Defense , and Education . Markus also has some experience in Professional Services , Food and Beverage , and Information Technology .

Q: Which business areas is Markus most experienced in?

Markus is most experienced in business areas like Operations , Strategy , and Supply Chain Management . Markus also has some experience in Human Resources , Finance , and Project Management .

Q: Which industries has Markus worked in recently?

Markus has recently worked in industries like Education and Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Markus worked in recently?

Markus has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources and Strategy .

Recommended expert

Sankt Leon-Rot, Germany

Experience

Jan 2018 - Present

8 years 3 months

Owner and Managing Director

IGESIA

Consultant, business coach, and trainer for executives, C-level, owners, and SMEs
Interim manager
Lecturer at universities and academies
Chairman of the advisory board at KRAISS Holding GmbH & Co. KG (2018 to 2023)

Jan 2017 - Dec 2019

3 years

Managing Director / CEO

KRAISS systems GmbH and KRAISS stores & shops GmbH

Overall responsibility for the two medium-sized companies
Responsibility for results with a turnover exceeding 20 million euros

Jan 2016 - Dec 2017

2 years

Multichannel Transformation Manager

IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG

National responsibility for the transformation from offline to customer-centric multichannel retailer

Jan 2010 - Dec 2016

7 years

Managing Partner

IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG, Ludwigsburg branch

Overall responsibility for the branch with more than 380 employees and a turnover of 120 million euros

Jan 2006 - Dec 2009

4 years

Managing Director IKEA FOOD Germany

IKEA Germany GmbH & Co. KG

Managing the IKEA FOOD Germany business unit with a turnover of 200 million euros
Matrix partner for 45 branches with approx. 1,700 employees

Jan 2004 - Dec 2006

3 years

International Project Manager Supply Chain Management and Lean Retailing

IKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG

Responsible for the successful implementation of new IT tools and ways of working as part of an international re-engineering of IKEA Germany's supply chain

Jan 2002 - Dec 2004

3 years

Managing Director and Branch Manager

IKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Niederlassung Dresden

Positioning an IKEA store in the local market
Responsible for sales, profit, costs, and for smooth and safe operations and business processes

Jan 2001 - Dec 2002

2 years

Managing Director Trainee

IKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG

Deputy Managing Director of the IKEA Bremen branch
Assistant to the Regional Management for IKEA Germany North

Jan 1999 - Dec 2001

3 years

Managing Director

IKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Niederlassung Braunschweig

Managed all product flows and ensured service levels for customers, taking into account commercial and financial objectives

Jan 1998 - Dec 1999

2 years

Trainee as Supply Chain Department Manager

IKEA Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, Niederlassungen Braunschweig, Stuttgart, Bielefeld

Jan 1987 - Dec 1998

12 years

Artillery Troop Officer

German Armed Forces

Captain and Battery Commander
Disciplinary supervisor and head of a unit with 30 full-time and 85 conscript soldiers in military leadership roles

Industry Experience

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Experienced in Retail, Aerospace and Defense, Education, Professional Services, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology.

Retail

Aerospace and Defense

Education

Professional Services

Food and Beverage

Information Technology

Business Area Experience

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Experienced in Operations, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Human Resources, Finance, and Project Management.

Operations

Strategy

Supply Chain Management

Human Resources

Finance

Project Management

Summary

I offer you 38 years of leadership and management experience with a proven track record of successfully leading and developing companies. I gained hands-on leadership and management experience as an officer in the German Armed Forces, as Managing Director at the multinational furniture group IKEA, and in medium-sized companies. In addition to strong leadership skills combined with outstanding business management knowledge, I am known for my thorough and precise situation analysis as well as my clarity and straightforwardness. I look forward to a new professional challenge to ensure sustainable growth, future viability, and economic success. I will do my part! Hold me to my word!

Skills

Entrepreneurial Spirit
Leadership Skills
Analytical Thinking
Communication Skills
Problem-solving Skills
Successful Leadership And Management Experience In The German Armed Forces, At A Multinational Furniture Group, And In Medium-sized Companies
Proven Track Record In Successfully Leading And Developing Businesses
Strong Leadership Qualifications
Exceptional Business Management Knowledge
Thorough And Precise Situation Analysis
Clarity And Straightforwardness In Decision-making And Leadership
Entrepreneurial Skills And Contribution To Value Creation
Authentic Leader For Employees
Valuable Team Member For Colleagues
Effective And Efficient Working Style
High Level Of Expertise
Goal Orientation And Strong Commitment
Implementation Of Pragmatic Solutions

Languages

English

Advanced

German

Intermediate

Education

Oct 1990 - Jun 1994

University of the German Armed Forces Munich

Diploma in Business Administration (FH) · Organization and Data Processing · Munich, Germany

Certifications & licenses

Business Trainer (ICA)

ICA

Systemic Business Coach (ICA)

ICA

Statistics

Experience

Total positions 11

Experience in Retail 22 y

Avg length 4 y 5 m

Longest experience 11 y 11 m

Expertise

Recent roles Owner and Managing Director, Managing Director / CEO, Multichannel Transformation Manager

Main industries Retail, Aerospace and Defense, Education

Main business areas Operations, Strategy, Supply Chain Management

Qualifications

Certifications earned 2

Profile

Created

November 2025

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Markus based?

Markus is based in Sankt Leon-Rot, Germany.

What languages does Markus speak?

Markus speaks the following languages: English (Advanced), German (Intermediate).

How many years of experience does Markus have?

Markus has at least 39 years of experience. During this time, Markus has worked in at least 11 different roles and for 9 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 4 years and 7 months. Note that Markus may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Markus be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Markus would be well-suited for roles such as: Owner and Managing Director, Managing Director / CEO, Multichannel Transformation Manager.

What is Markus's latest experience?

Markus's most recent position is Owner and Managing Director at IGESIA.

What companies has Markus worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Markus has worked for IGESIA.

Which industries is Markus most experienced in?

Markus is most experienced in industries like Retail, Aerospace and Defense, and Education. Markus also has some experience in Professional Services, Food and Beverage, and Information Technology.

Which business areas is Markus most experienced in?

Markus is most experienced in business areas like Operations, Strategy, and Supply Chain Management. Markus also has some experience in Human Resources, Finance, and Project Management.

Which industries has Markus worked in recently?

Markus has recently worked in industries like Education and Professional Services.

Which business areas has Markus worked in recently?

Markus has recently worked in business areas like Human Resources and Strategy.

What is Markus's education?

Markus attended University of the German Armed Forces Munich for Organization and Data Processing.

Does Markus have any certificates?

Markus has 2 certificates. These include: Business Trainer (ICA) and Systemic Business Coach (ICA).

What is the availability of Markus?

Markus is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Markus?

Markus's rate depends on the specific project requirements. Please use the Meet button on the profile to schedule a meeting and discuss the details.