Dr. Sandra Wieland

Designed and successfully implemented over 1,000 customized 360-degree assessments, enabling leaders to critically analyze their leadership styles, strengths, and areas for development, and how these factors influence their ability to manage high-performing teams. Additionally, I developed and led advanced teaming and leadership programs for senior leaders, aimed at driving sustainable changes in leadership behaviors.

Responsible for overall social impact budget of 2 Mio €, recruited and oversaw a team of 6 full-time employees while coordinating a collaborative network of supporting enterprises, coaches, and non-profit organizations dedicated to educational initiatives. Improved operating model and successfully managed stakeholder and partners.

Developed and launched two comprehensive global training programs, reaching over 2,000 young professionals to enhance their personal and professional growth. Successfully digitized these programs during the COVID-19 pandemic, focusing on the effective use of digital tools for communication and collaboration. This strategic shift not only preserved team spirit but also fostered a positive remote working environment, adapting to new workplace challenges.

Collaborated closely with the CEO and CPO to develop and integrate company values aligned with shareholder expectations, effectively embedding these into the organization’s DNA. My role was pivotal in rolling out the new values, refining them, and defining clear descriptors. We facilitated widespread 'buy-in' across all teams and locations, which involved setting specific goals, crafting action plans, and implementing measurable strategies that positively impacted company results.

Supported Global Talent Management in a company-wide rollout of the Performance Dialogue initiative, a key component of the performance management cycle. I played a crucial role in designing and executing workshops that included C-Level engagement, ensuring alignment and integration of strategic objectives across the organization.

Accumulated extensive project leadership experience by spearheading over 20 projects across various sectors. Key projects include developing a corporate strategy for a large European bank during post-merger integration, managing the restructuring of a medium-sized German company, designing a corporate risk strategy for a major European gas utility company, and developing and implementing a 'Go-to-market' strategy for a global product launch in medical technology for a leading industrial goods company. Additionally, a vendor due diligence and the subsequent sale of a medium-sized manufacturing site.

Delivered personalized coaching services tailored to C-Level executives undergoing significant career transitions. This included guiding transitions from corporate roles to startup environments, advancing from Vice President to C-Level positions, transitioning from full-time roles to retirement, and navigating shifts from external positions to co-founder roles.

Core member of BCG’s European Training & Coaching Cadre, where I was instrumental in the development of training programs and e-learning tools for consultants. My responsibilities also included coaching individuals and teams to enhance their professional growth and performance. Additionally, I played a key role in the empowerment of women leaders, serving as a local node for BCG’s women's initiative program, focusing on promoting gender diversity and leadership development.