The Better Growth Blueprint

In this episode of The Growth Blueprint , Sara Yamase, Global Head of TMT, and Eddie Hartman, Senior Partner and Board Member, unpack how AI is moving from hype to real business value. They explore how companies can use proprietary data and intelligent product design to differentiate in an increasingly commoditized AI landscape. The conversation dives into the evolution of pricing and monetization...

In this episode of The Growth Blueprint , Senior Partners Christian Schuler and Robert Dumitrescu discuss how global pharma and biotech are being transformed by Most Favored Nation pricing, Europe’s new Joint Clinical Assessment framework, and the growing focus on equitable access. Together they explore how these trends affect global pricing, evidence generation, launch strategy, and BD&L. Dis...

In this episode of The Growth Blueprint, Adam Echter, Global Head of Industrials, speaks to partners Daniel Bornemann, and Dave Clement to discuss how industrial companies are redefining growth in an era of volatility. They explore the macro trends shaping 2026, from private equity’s renewed focus on operational excellence to the rise of AI-driven commercial transformation and the realities of “po...

In this episode of The Growth Blueprint , Senior Partner Jens Baumgarten talks to Rohan Shah and Silvio Struebi, partners in New York and Singapore. Together they discuss how banks are rethinking deposit management in today’s changing rate environment. Explore how financial institutions are shifting from chasing volume to managing value, simplifying product shelves, using smarter pricing, and appl...

In this episode of The Growth Blueprint , Ellen Kan, a Partner in our New York office specializing in consumer-packaged goods, and Tobias Maria Guenter, Head of Simon-Kucher’s Retail sector, discuss how brands and retailers are adapting to shifting consumer behaviors and market pressures. They examine the realities of the “K-shaped” economy, where shoppers balance affordability with aspiration. El...

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...

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 subscr...

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 f...

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. For more resources,...

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 pric...

Welcome to The 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/