Interim Leadership, Trusted Globally
Our Work Starts in Moments Like These
We Serve Companies Where Execution Cannot Slip
What Triggers the Call
Every company that calls us is facing something urgent, complex, or high-stakes.
This is where execution matters and where interim leadership proves its value.
Cross-Border Reach, Local Execution
We deploy leaders across 30+ countries with local fluency and global backing, from DACH factories to GCC boardrooms.
United States – Local Execution for Global HQs
When U.S. firms struggle with visibility in Europe or MENA, we embed interim leadership to get projects back on track.
✔ Europe-based CROs for U.S. HQ oversight
✔ Gulf expansion leadership
✔ Supply chain stabilisation in CEE
Germany & DACH – Fixing What Strategy Alone Couldn’t
From family business succession to industrial slowdowns, clients call us when execution can't be left to theory.
✔ Post-M&A interim CEOs in Mittelstand
✔ ERP recovery with on-site leadership
✔ Operational turnaround under board pressure
Poland & CEE – Plant Control in Transition Markets
We step in when plants underperform or leadership gaps block ramp-up in Poland, Hungary, Romania and more.
✔ Site directors for plant relocation
✔ Automotive & pharma regulatory control
✔ Interim GMs during restructuring
United Kingdom – Growth, Exit & Recovery Leadership
From UK firms expanding abroad to domestic leadership vacuums, we deploy executives who act, not advise.
✔ Interim CFOs post-Brexit
✔ Scale-up expansion into EMEA
✔ Turnaround support for distressed assets
Western Europe – Cross-Border Execution With Cultural Fluency
From Paris to Madrid, we deploy interim leaders who can bridge local expectations with global execution standards.
✔ Interim leaders in France, Benelux, Iberia
✔ Carve-outs, integrations & governance reset
✔ CEO cover during transformation
UAE – Interim Leaders for GCC Scale-Ups
In Dubai and Abu Dhabi, we support global firms entering the Gulf and local players scaling fast.
✔ Interim CEOs post-acquisition
✔ Market entry & JV leadership
✔ Digital & operations execution
Saudi Arabia – Trusted Leadership for Vision 2030 Delivery
From stalled mega-projects to ESG gaps, we deploy interim leaders trusted by investors, owners, and boards.
✔ General Managers for performance recovery
✔ Localization & ESG transformation
✔ PIF-backed initiative execution
Gulf & Levant – Stability & Alignment in Complex Conditions
In fragile environments across Bahrain, Jordan, and beyond—we bring the fluency and presence needed to realign.
✔ Recovery after leadership exits
✔ Cross-border team stabilization
✔ Owner-led business transformation
East Africa – Trusted Control in Emerging Corridors
When regional momentum slips, our interim leaders restore trust and operational clarity across East African hubs.
✔ Interim COO for supply chain fragility
✔ Expat exit coverage
✔ Cross-cultural ramp-up leadership
Southern Africa – Turnaround Backed by Local Know-How
In South Africa and neighboring economies, we support factory recovery, post-M&A control, and leadership reset.
✔ Interim CROs for PE-backed assets
✔ Cultural integration in owner exits
✔ Project rescue across sectors
Asia-Pacific – Embedded Leadership for Remote Oversight
When Europe- or Gulf-based HQs lose visibility across APAC, we step in to lead, fix, and deliver.
✔ Supply chain and ERP stabilization
✔ Interim GM for regional growth
✔ Governance during transitions
What Happens When You Call
A structured, partner‑led process designed to move fast, stay in control, and deliver results from day one.
You speak directly with a CE Interim Partner—typically an ex-CEO, CFO, or CRO. We clarify mission urgency, risks, governance needs, and whether interim is the right move.
🔒 NDA signed from day one.
We define the mandate, success KPIs, reporting lines, and ideal executive profile. You leave with clarity—even before the interim starts.
You receive 1–2 vetted leaders, pre-screened for your exact situation. No CV decks. No guesswork. Just impact-ready professionals.
You meet the interim(s). We facilitate structured interviews focused on delivery, timeline, and cultural fit.
Your interim executive enters—aligns with key stakeholders, validates scope, and begins execution. Governance, KPIs, and reporting cadence go live.
We remain involved. CE Interim Partners oversee the mission, conduct weekly syncs, and adjust fast if priorities shift.
Once the mandate is complete, we ensure clean documentation, knowledge transfer, and if needed a bridge to a permanent hire.
Credibility That’s Measured in Real Outcomes.
Interim leaders in our vetted global talent pool
interim mandates delivered when speed and execution are critical.
Managing Partners around the world
Shared Standard: Execution Excellence
We Don’t Say Yes to Everyone
CE Interim isn’t here to fill CVs or talk in circles.
We work with clients who are ready to move – clearly, quickly, and with commitment.
That means we also say no when the fit is wrong.
It’s how we protect your outcomes – and our standards.
Who We Don’t Work With
Companies looking for generalist consultants instead of execution leadership
Projects with vague scope, misaligned intent, or unclear ownership
Teams that aren’t ready to act, decide, or empower interim leaders
Clients seeking optics without impact
Situations where delivery depends on internal politics, not external traction
We’re here when decisions need to be made, teams need to move, and execution can’t wait.
Questions Clients Ask Before Working With Us
No. We support companies of all sizes, from €20M mid-market firms to global groups. What matters is the complexity and urgency of the challenge, not headcount.
Yes. We deploy interim executives across Europe, the Middle East, and globally — with local fluency, cultural insight, and operational expertise in complex cross-border missions.
Not at all. We work with PE firms, family offices, founder-led companies, industrial businesses, and listed corporations — anyone facing business-critical execution gaps.
Yes. We specialize in confidential leadership transitions and succession support — including interim cover during sensitive or unannounced changes.
That’s common. Many clients call us for their first interim mission. We guide the process from day one and ensure you stay in control throughout the engagement.
Yes. While we have deep strength in Europe and the Gulf, our network extends to 30+ countries through our Valtus Alliance partners.
Absolutely. Every conversation starts confidentially and without obligation. We help clarify your challenge first, then advise if interim is the right step.
We understand. Some of our best outcomes started before the urgency hit. Speaking early helps protect your options and plan for the moment execution is needed.
No. We also deploy proven interim leaders at plant, program, and functional levels — including site heads, supply chain leads, and digital transformation managers.
We typically deploy within 72 hours. Urgent needs are matched fast with pre-vetted, high-credibility leaders aligned to your industry and situation.
Yes. We offer interim CIOs, Program Directors, and Change Leads to rescue stalled digital and ERP projects.
Absolutely. We’ve stabilized dozens of PE assets during value creation and exit phases, across varied regions.
Our interims work with your team. They take responsibility without sidelining staff, ensuring collaboration and knowledge transfer.
We aim for perfect matches. If not, we’ll replace them quickly—usually within a week—to maintain execution continuity.
Each candidate is rigorously vetted for domain expertise, execution track record, mindset, and cultural fit before deployment.
We define KPIs in advance, conduct weekly partner check-ins, and keep dashboards updated—so leadership stays informed.
Yes. We deploy both full-time and fractional leadership, depending on your timeframe and complexity needs.
If scope shifts, we recalibrate deliverables, timelines, and support with senior oversight—keeping you ahead of disruption.
Start with a confidential consultation. We’ll explore the situation, scope a mandate, and present candidates within 72 hours.
An interim executive leads implementation inside your company. Consultants advise from the outside—interims execute and deliver.
What Our Clients Read
We don’t just deploy leadership – we write about what works when timing, execution, and pressure collide.
We Work With Companies That Move Fast
If execution is slipping, the clock is already ticking. Let’s talk.