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The banking industry of tomorrow needs the visionary minds of today.

Banks and building societies

Regulation, interest rate changes, digitalisation and process standardisation are just some of the issues currently driving the banking industry. Clever concepts and strategies can help banks and building societies to be successful and fit for the future. New technologies, for example, are more than just a challenge – they’re an opportunity. Digitalisation makes processes more efficient without compromising customer service. There’s a lot to be gained from targeted IT investment in digital banking and customer centricity.

Topics we know inside out: succession planning, women’s empowerment, board appointments, committee support, networking, career planning.

“My family background brought me into contact with the banking industry at an early age. Naturally, this has shaped me; you develop an understanding of the professional and human context of the industry en passant. Perhaps that's why I appreciate the distinctive expertise and networking that ifp has to offer. And it explains why I find this world so fascinating: at first glance, many of our clients appear to operate in homogeneous network organisations. But a closer look reveals a high degree of individuality – you always meet very different and exciting personalities.”

— Sabine Lutzius

Where analogue networks still work perfectly.

In the field of tension between economic change, digitalisation and regulation, visionary minds are needed. People who can set the course for a secure future in a fundamentally changing market. People who are able to see new paths and opportunities where others only see problems.

For decades, our clients have benefited from our industry expertise and extensive network. We’re valued as a strong partner in all areas of the banking industry. Every year we support many high-profile appointments, particularly in the savings bank organisation and the cooperative network.

Management

Sabine Lutzius

Partner Degree in Business Psychology (M.A.)
After completing her Master’s degree with a focus on work and organisational psychology, Sabine Lutzius started as a consultant at ifp and later took over the management of one of our consulting teams within our industry segment Banks & Building Societies. Today, as a partner in a dual leadership together with Rolf Jacoby, she is responsible for our clients in all areas of the banking industry. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-77

Team

Sybille Bühler-Zielke

Team Lead Degree in Psychology, Insurance Broker
Sybille Bühler-Zielke brings to the task decades of experience in filling top management positions in the banking and building society sectors. She’s continuously grown her network, and taken great care to maintain it. Building on a great deal of passion for her job and a keen detective’s instinct, she’s particularly interested in generating new or unconventional ideas for filling positions. Her goal is to support both her clients and the respective candidates individually and at eye level. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-47

Carolin Eckert

Senior Consultant Degree in Psychology (M.Sc.)
Fascinated by the various facets of psychology, Carolin Eckert first studied legal psychology before pursuing her interest in business psychology while getting her Master’s degree. As part of our banking team, she discovered her passion for the financial services industry and, as a Senior Consultant, has built up a considerable network in this field. With her positive and professional outlook, she designs successful aptitude diagnostic processes and always collaborates shoulder to shoulder with high-level executives. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-90

Franziska Linzenich

Senior Consultant Degree in Psychology (M.Sc.)
Throughout her academic and professional career, Franziska Linzenich has taken a strongly scientific and highly responsible approach to her work. After graduating from university, she was an active member of our industry team for banks and building societies. She first discovered her interest in psychological diagnostics in the clinical field and later in the field of personnel psychology. She knows how to leverage her profound knowhow for the benefit of our and demanding personnel mandates. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-37

Thomas Miks

Senior Consultant Degree in Psychology, Analytical Intensive Consultant
After finishing his studies, Thomas Milks completed a five-year training as an Analytical Intensive Consultant (WGI). He has worked successfully for our Banks & Building Societies Team as both a consultant and coach for many years. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-161

Maike Netzer

Senior Consultant Psychology (M.Sc.)
During her time as a university student, Maike Netzer gained her first experience in psychological aptitude diagnostics at the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Personalwesen e.V. (German Association for Human Resources), going on to publish her research results on this topic. At ifp, she’s an indispensable part of our banking and building society team. With her diagnostics know-how as a certified aptitude diagnostician according to DIN 33430, she contributes to the success and future development of our work. +49 (0) 221 / 20 50 6-76