We practice what we preach

Founded and led by an accomplished executive, Vertevis has intentionally built one of the industry’s most diverse teams. We view this diversity of background and perspective as essential; it’s what sharpens our investment judgment and decision-making.

Our people are our advantage. By integrating the strategic rigor of an investor with the real-world experience of operational leaders, we gain a distinct edge, ensuring excellence in both investment strategy and execution.

With profound private equity and operational expertise, we work collaboratively to unlock true value and deliver measurable impact at every single stage of the investment cycle.

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Sadia Wern-Sukhera

Founder & CEO

Dr. Paul Glenn

Partner

Paul Kuhlemann

Investment Director

Daniel Onyango

Chief AML-/Compliance Officer

Mario Ljubas

Sustainability-/Finance Manager

Claudia Batschi

Executive Assistant/Office Management

Advisory Board

Ralf Franz

Jane S. Hoffman

Doris Honold

Thomas Loeser

Thomas Loeser

Maja Meisenberg

Maja Meisenberg

Maja Meisenberg

Paul Kuhlemann

Investment Director

Paul brings 15+ years of entrepreneurial experience across founding, scaling, and operating companies in real estate and real estate services. During his Bachelor’s studies in London, Paul spent a year in private banking at one of the UK’s oldest private banks, building an early foundation in finance. He went on to found his first company while still studying, establishing an entrepreneurial track record early in his career. Subsequently, he spent two years in Asia as Business Development Manager of an education start-up; upon his exit in 2025, the company was valued at USD 40m – built from initial capital of just USD 2,000. In 2015, Paul founded his own real estate assets and services group in Germany – building on the foundation laid by his father – and has driven its growth and leadership ever since. Beyond his own residential property portfolio, Paul and his companies manage real estate assets in excess of EUR 100m on behalf of regulated fund vehicles and institutional investors, and operate nationwide as a general contractor specialising in the refurbishment of existing buildings.

Maja Meisenberg

Jane S. Hoffman

Jane S. Hoffman is an internationally recognized leader from the United States, a Board Director, and an expert in Corporate Social Responsibility, strategic governance, and large-scale impact projects across both the public and private sectors.

As a Research Fellow at the Mossavar-Rahmani Center for Business and Government at Harvard Kennedy School, she conducts research on corporate responsibility and the role of business and government in the digital age. Previously, she served as a Senior Fellow and Fellow of the Advanced Leadership Initiative at Harvard University.

Jane brings exceptional board expertise. She has been a member of the Board of Trustees of Northwestern University for over 13 years, serving on the Executive Committee as well as the Governance and Nominating Committee, and chairing the Alumni Relations and Development Committee. She has also served on numerous boards and public commissions, including the Museum of the City of New York, the New York City Cultural Affairs Commission, and several U.S.-based non-profit organizations.

Her career spans senior leadership roles in the public sector at both city and state levels in the United States. She has served as Commissioner of the New York City Department of Consumer Affairs, Commissioner of New York State Public Authority Reform, and Deputy Commissioner of the New York City Commission for United Nations Consular Corps & International Business, where she initiated a nationally recognized study on economic impact. She was also a Democratic candidate for Lieutenant Governor of New York State and founded the Presidential Forum on Renewable Energy, which hosted the first-ever U.S. presidential debate on energy and climate security.

As the author of two acclaimed books, Jane is a leading voice on digitalization, consumer protection, and sustainability. Her most recent book, Your Data, Their Billions: Unraveling and Simplifying Big Tech, was recognized by Amazon as one of the ten best non-fiction books of the month and chosen as an Editor’s Choice. Her first book, Green: Your Place in the New Energy Revolution, explored global renewable energy resources and proposed new energy policy guidelines for the United States, with excerpts published in Scientific American.

She has appeared as a political and economic expert on numerous U.S. national and regional television programs, has been profiled in The New York Times, and was named one of the leading environmental activists in the United States by Glamour magazine.

Maja Meisenberg

Maja Meisenberg

Maja Meisenberg is an experienced entrepreneur and business development adviser with a broad international background in commodity trading for global corporations.

Her career spans professional roles in Europe, Africa and Asia, combining strategic foresight in marketing, sales, negotiations, logistics and key account management.

Maja gained also experience in the consulting business when she was responsible for the business development of Celerent Consulting (now Hitachi Consulting) in London, covering Germany, Switzerland and Austria, and later for the same area for EFESO Management Consulting in Paris; strengthening her expertise in key-account management.

In addition to her professional career, Maja Meisenberg has always demonstrated a strong commitment to public service and international engagements. Maja is as a native German also fluent in English and French and she has a good knowledge of Spanish and Kisuaheli.

She lived and worked many years with her husband and three children in several countries in Europe, Africa and Asia. During the time in Africa she was awarded the Order of Merit of the Federal Republic of Germany by President Roman Herzog for humanitarian achievements.

Maja Meisenberg is active in political and economic circles in Germany. She is currently an Executive Board member and Deputy Spokesperson of the Aachen Section of the Economic Council of the CDU North-Rhine Westphalia.

Maja stands for entrepreneurial thinking and cross-cultural competence. She is interested in change management as well as in coaching. Her communication skills and ability to motivate others are making her a very inspiring woman.

Thomas Loeser

For more than 20 years Thomas has served as CFO of several European and US biotech companies, where he directed growth and financial strategies with particular emphasis on transatlantic company building and outreach to US capital markets. In his last CFO position at Origenis GmbH / IZB Martinsried, he focused on the commercialization of its IP portfolio by the foundation of US-based Neuron23, Inc. dedicated to precision medicines for neurodegenerative diseases. Since its launch in 2019, the company has raised a total of $ 310 million from Kleiner Perkins, Westlake Village BioPartners, Perceptive Advisors, Softbank Vision Fund 2 and other high-profile VC and cross-over funds.

Prior to Origenis, Thomas directed the financing strategy of ESBATech AG / Zurich, that positioned the company as a leader in its field and attracted a syndicate of top quartile US and European investors (Clarus Ventures, SV Health Investors, HBM Partners, Novartis Venture Fund). ESBATech, now a Novartis company, was recognized for its pioneering role in developing single-chain antibody fragments for ophthalmic indications by the trade sale of its ophthalmology franchise to Alcon, Inc. for $ 589 million in 2009. The most advanced product from the ESBATech platform received market approval by the FDA in October 2019 and shortly thereafter in all major markets.
Thomas´ track record is complemented by numerous transactions (in-/out-licencing, M&A deals and IPOs) that created both equity value and attractive ROIs for investors.

Thomas studied economics and served as an Assistant Lecturer at Ludwig-Maximilian-University (LMU) of Munich, before he started his business life in US investment banking. He further graduated from the Advanced Management Program of Harvard Business School (AMP 166) and is since 2004 a member of Harvard Alumni Association.

Ralf Franz

Ralf Franz is a seasoned entrepreneur and one of the driving forces behind Germany’s engineering services sector. As the founder and long-standing Managing Director of INTEC Industrie-Technik GmbH & Co. KG, he has shaped the company’s development from a small engineering firm into a highly respected provider of advanced technical services for the automotive, aerospace, defense technology and marine industries.

With a clear entrepreneurial vision, Ralf Franz built INTEC into an independent, owner-managed company known for its flexibility, technological neutrality, and commitment to tailor-made engineering solutions. Under his leadership, the company has developed a strong portfolio spanning product design, electrical engineering, simulations, system integration, and technical documentation.

Alongside his co-founders, Ralf Franz not only led INTEC operationally for 25 years, but also instilled a culture of innovation and long-term thinking. His strategic foresight was once again demonstrated in 2024, when he and his partners initiated a successful succession process through the majority acquisition of INTEC by Munich-based Investment Holding Armira. With this step, and the appointment of Christoph Otten as new CEO in October 2024, Ralf Franz transitioned from operational leadership to a more strategic, advisory role - ensuring continuity while positioning the company for future growth.

Following the integration of INTEC into a larger engineering group under INTEC Holding GmbH and the acquisition of additional ARBOR Group companies in 2025, Ralf Franz’s entrepreneurial legacy continues to shape the industry. He stands as a strong example of how visionary leadership, strategic thinking and deep industry expertise can leave a lasting impact far beyond one’s own company.

Ralf Franz represents the best of Germany’s Mittelstand: innovative, future-oriented, and deeply committed to engineering excellence.

Dr. Paul Glenn

Partner

Paul is a partner at Vertevis, bringing over 18 years of experience in private equity, finance, and management. He combines deep expertise in investing, executing transactions, and driving value creation with a comprehensive understanding of corporate leadership and financial strategy.

Paul has held C-level and senior management positions, giving him first-hand experience in the challenges entrepreneurs face when growing and transitioning their businesses. He has extensive industry expertise in technology, B2B services, and manufacturing.

In addition to his leadership roles, Paul successfully led buy-and-build strategies as Portfolio Director at Deutsche Private Equity (DPE), resulting in substantial value creation and growth for portfolio companies. He has worked closely with business owners, structuring tailored solutions to ensure successful ownership transitions and long-term value maximization.

Beyond his professional focus on investing and finance, Paul is passionate about real estate, sailing, and classic cars. He studied Industrial Engineering and Management (Dipl.-Wi.-Ing.) at Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT), where he also earned his doctorate (Ph.D.) in economics. Paul has an MBA from the USA, is certified in M&A from the Frankfurt School of Finance & Management and in Finance from HBS. Paul remains connected with academia, contributing as a dedicated lecturer at KIT in his free time.

Ukrainischer Verein Frankfurt am Main e.V.

One of our most remarkable achievements so far has been our collaboration with the Ukrainian Association Frankfurt am Main e.V. This esteemed institution provides vital support to approximately 350 Ukrainian children and young adults, offering comprehensive assistance in language enrichment, social integration through recreational activities, and aid in processing the psychological aftermath of conflict.

Thanks to the contribution from PHINEO gAG, we were able to provide brand-new laptops to several students and educators of the Saturday School. These laptops open new avenues for efficient, self-directed learning and research for students. Moreover, they facilitate personal connections with friends and relatives who remain in Ukraine. For teachers, the laptops represent an opportunity to infuse their teaching with innovation, practicality, and vibrancy – offering online lessons and organizing virtual interactions with the students who continue to reside in Ukraine.

Evangelische Gemeinde Ober-Eschbach / Ober-Erlenbach

The Evangelische Kirchengemeinde OBER-ESCHBACH is actively committed to supporting refugees from Ukraine who have had to leave their homeland due to immense hardship. They assist them in finding housing, among other things. Additionally, the community supports Ukrainian children with music lessons and organizes holiday programs and recreational activities to give them a break from the horrors of war. By doing so, they provide Ukrainian families with a welcome respite from the violence and destruction prevailing in their homeland. In 2023, Vertevis Capital Partners financially supported the community in realizing the “timeout" for the children. Sufficient donations have also been collected for 2024.

Timo Hermans

Senior Vice President

Timo has a ranging professional academic experience in corporate venturing, venture capital and M&A with a growing dedication for technology leverage to drive ESG impact. Most recently he engaged in corporate venturing projects concerning topics in industrial automation, big data, and cybersecurity working with publicly listed companies and high-potential tech start-ups. Prior to that he gained strong expertise in deal advisory and commercial company valuation at KPMG. He has also taken roles in financial operations, and strategic development at venture-backed high-tech start-ups in electric mobility, healthcare and AI-SaaS sector. He gained his academic degrees at leading international universities and holds a Master of Science degree, with distinction, from TUM School of Management with a major in Finance and Mechanical Engineering.

Daniel Onyango

Chief AML-/Compliance Officer

Daniel brings extensive experience in compliance, contract management, and regulatory advisory. In his most recent role, he served as compliance key function for a Cologne-based insurance company, overseeing regulatory affairs, advising the executive board and supervisory board, and leading the development and growth of the compliance department. Prior to this role, Daniel gained significant experience working in the legal departments of global corporations, including Parker Hannifin and one of Germany’s foremost law firms, Hengeler Mueller.

His work at Vertevis focuses on advising both management and Vertevis on legal, regulatory, and finance compliance matters, with a particular emphasis on the implementation and ongoing enhancement of the Compliance Management System. Daniel is responsible for ensuring adherence to anti-money laundering regulations and for overseeing all related monitoring activities. In addition to his legal and compliance responsibilities, he has extensive experience in managing regulatory audits and interactions with supervisory authorities and other external bodies.

Daniel has been a member of the Chief Compliance Officer Leadership Circle at the German Institute for Legal Departments and Corporate Counsel (diruj) since March 2023.

Daniel studied law at the Universities of Würzburg and Bonn. During his legal clerkship, he trained with the German Federal Competition Authority.

Mario Ljubas

Sustainability-/Finance Manager
With more than 7 years of experience as a consultant & advisor Mario Ljubas played strong roles as project manager in banking and insurance sector. Mario took his master of science degree at Frankfurt University of Applied Sciences with a focus of big data, Business Intelligence & Risk Management themes. During his project management, Mario worked for leading names like Deutsche Bank. Mario has a strong experience in engineering an implementation of tools needed for regulatory requirements. One of his major projects has been the development of IT based & BaFin compatible processes during the merger of two huge German banks. Mario is taking over the responsibility of ESG management & development at Vertevis.

Sadia Wern-Sukhera

Founder & CEO

Sadia has over 20 years of professional experience in finance, thereof more than 16 years in the investment sector. She has held several high-ranking positions, such as CFO, COO, Partner and MD, within vast fields of the investment world, winning broad experience in PE, Real Estate & Venture Capital Funds. She has a demonstrable record of having successfully managed closed-ended funds, special AIFs & public funds with a total fund volume ranging from €700m to €2.5bn. She has had the experience of developing and implementing robust risk management frameworks including building risk teams from scratch for large organizations. She considers strong risk management as the heart of the company`s value creation process.

Claudia Batschi

Executive Assistant/Office Management

Claudia is a certified foreign language secretary, and she speaks five languages. Before joining Vertevis, Claudia owed more than 20 years of experience in office management and worked as a stewardess too.

Because of her wide range of experience from small to large firms, she has developed independent office management skills.

She supports Vertevis team in maintaining records and putting the office management process in place.

Doris Honold

Doris Honold is a highly accomplished strategic leader with over 25 years of C-Suite and Board-level experience in finance, risk, and change management. Her distinguished career in global banking has included senior executive roles such as Chief Risk Officer for Market Risk and Group Chief Operating Officer (COO) at leading institutions like Standard Chartered Bank. 
Honold’s international expertise spans Germany, Japan, Singapore, and the United Kingdom, equipping her with a thorough understanding of global financial markets and regulatory landscapes.

Currently, Honold serves on the board of UniCredit Spa, where she leverages her deep knowledge of risk management in both traditional and digital banking environments.She also holds the position of Vice Chair at SEFE Energy, playing a central role in guiding the company’s strategic direction as it drives Germany’s energy transition. In this capacity, she is instrumental in shaping policies and investments that support the shift to a sustainable energy infrastructure.

Driven by a desire to facilitate solutions that mobilize financial resources to address climate change, Honold is also a board member of The Integrity Council for the Voluntary Carbon Market - an independent governance body dedicated to setting global standards for high-quality carbon credits. Furthermore, Honold chairs the Climate Bonds Initiative, a non-profit organization committed to mobilizing capital for climate action.

Her academic background includes a German Diploma in Mathematics and Economics and a Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics from the University of Southern California, where she was a Fulbright Scholar. Recognized as a Senior Fellow of Harvard University’s Advanced Leadership Program, Honold’s commitment to leadership in sustainability and finance is well established.

Through her extensive experience and visionary leadership, Doris Honold is a leading figure in advancing global climate finance and supporting the transition to a low-carbon economy.