Step into The Growth Blueprint, where Simon-Kucher’s partners reveal bold strategies defining the future of business. Each episode dives into powerful, actionable insights across financial services, healthcare and pharma, industrials, TMT, and consumer – spotlight the trends reshaping markets and the solutions driving real impact. Get inspired, get informed, and get ahead. Discover what it truly takes to achieve sustainable, transformative growth in 2026 and beyond. Tune in and elevate your strategy to the next level.
From hype to value: How AI is reshaping growth in technology and software
Sara Yamase and Eddie Hartman analyze AI's shift from hype to tangible business value, discussing data usage and product design for differentiation in an interview.
15 Dec 2025
MFN, EU JCA & Equitable access: How 2026 will reshape global pharma and biotech
Senior Partners Christian Schuler and Robert Dumitrescu examine how Most Favored Nation pricing, Europe’s Joint Clinical Assessment, and equitable access reshape global pharma and biotech in this interview.
15 Dec 2025
Finding growth in a low-growth world: Resilience and reinvention in industrials
Partners Daniel Bornemann and Dave Clement discuss with Adam Echter, Global Head of Industrials, how industrial companies are redefining growth amid volatility, highlighting disciplined execution to transform uncertainty into opportunity in this interview.
15 Dec 2025
Smarter deposits, stronger relationships: A new approach for banking in 2026
Partners Rohan Shah and Silvio Struebi discuss with Jens Baumgarten how banks are rethinking deposit management to strengthen relationships and build a more resilient funding base in this interview.
15 Dec 2025
Balancing value and emotion: Redefining growth in consumer & retail
Partners Ellen Kan and Tobias Maria Guenter analyze how consumer brands navigate shifting behaviors, balance affordability with aspiration, and redefine value by combining AI insights with human intelligence in an interview.
15 Jan 2025
Navigating Healthcare's Next Horizon: Growth, Innovation, and the Evolving Role of Patients and Pricing
Join host Kai Bandilla in this insightful episode of The Better Growth Blueprint as he welcomes Christian Schuler, Senior Partner and Sector Head for Healthcare and Life Sciences at Simon-Kucher. Explore the driving forces shaping the life sciences industry, from the latest advancements in AI to evolving market dynamics in the U.S., Europe, and China. Gain valuable insights into the challenges and opportunities in pharma, healthcare innovations, and the regulatory landscape as we look ahead to 2025 and beyond.
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8 Jan 2025
Streaming into 2025: Trends and Challenges with Lisa Jäger
In this episode of The Better Growth Blueprint, Kai Bandilla sits down with Lisa Jäger, Partner within the Tech, Media and Telco (TMT) practice at Simon-Kucher. Lisa shares her insights on the evolving landscape of media and streaming services, drawing on findings from Simon-Kucher’s Global Streaming Study. They discuss key trends for 2025, including consumer streaming fatigue, ad-supported subscription models, and strategies for retaining subscribers in a crowded market. Lisa also dives into the impact of Generative AI on the TMT sector, highlighting its potential, challenges, and the importance of sustainable growth in tech businesses.
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18 Dec 2024
Lidl in the Morning, Armani in the Evening: The New Consumer Reality
In this episode of The Better Growth Blueprint, host Kai Bandilla speaks with Martin Crépy, Senior Partner and Managing Partner Consumer, about the rising polarization of consumer behaviour and what it means for businesses in 2025. Martin explains how brands can navigate shifting consumer habits, from downtrading to premium purchases, and why understanding both consumers and shoppers is critical for growth. Discover the importance of precise segmentation, agile pricing strategies, and the role of sustainability as a new purchasing norm.
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11 Dec 2024
Banking’s New Blueprint: Meeting Customer Expectations and Seizing Opportunities in 2025
How is market volatility shaping the financial landscape for 2025? What can institutions do to compete with neobanks? In this episode, host Kai Bandilla speaks with Jens Baumgarten, Senior Partner and Managing Partner of Financial Services, to tackle these pressing questions. Jens shares his perspective on the challenges financial institutions face and how they can stay ahead.
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4 Dec 2024
From Crisis to Opportunity: The Future of Industrials in Europe and the U.S.
In this episode of The Better Growth Blueprint, Kai is joined by Grigori Bokeria and Adam Echter, Co-Managing Partners of Industrials at Simon-Kucher, for a deep dive into the evolving industrial sector. Drawing from their expertise across Europe and the U.S., Grigori and Adam explore the impact of economic volatility on demand, the importance of trust and value communication, and how dynamic pricing strategies are reshaping the industry. They also share why industrials don’t need to be at the cutting edge of innovation to thrive—adapting proven strategies can be just as effective.
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18 Nov 2024
Welcome to the Better Growth Blueprint
Welcome to The Better Growth Blueprint, Simon-Kucher’s new podcast.. In our inaugural season, we’ll explore key trends and strategies fueling success across financial services, healthcare and pharma, industrials, TMT, and consumer goods. Join us to discover what it takes to thrive in 2025 and beyond.
For more resources, please visit: https://www.simon-kucher.com/ (https://www.simon-kucher.com/)
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