"Willkommen! Ich bin Frank – schön, dass Sie hier sind!"
Ich bin eine unternehmerisch geprägter Führungspersönlichkeit mit langjähriger Erfahrung. Nach 8 Jahren als Angestellter, überwiegend in international agierenden Konzernen, entwickelte und führe ich über 17 Jahre erfolgreich eigene Unternehmen. Von der gezielten Förderung von Unternehmenswachstum, Teamentwicklung bis hin zur konsequenten Verwirklichung von Geschäftsideen habe ich Strategie und Innovation als zentrale Erfolgsfaktoren verinnerlicht und eine Stärke entwickelt, Ideen in marktfähige und wirtschaftlich erfolgreiche Geschäftsmodelle zu transformieren.
"Welcome – my name is Frank, and I’m glad to have you here!"
I’m a former Director of Sales & Business Development turned entrepreneur, building and leading successful businesses for the past 17 years. From driving corporate growth to creating my own path, I’ve mastered the art of sales, strategy and innovation to turn ideas into thriving ventures."
Nach über 17 erfolgreichen Jahren als selbstständiger Unternehmer in einem interdisziplinär aufgestellten Familienunternehmen sehe ich nun mit großer Entschlossenheit einer neuen beruflichen Herausforderung im Angestelltenverhältnis entgegen. Dieser Schritt ist wohlüberlegt und entspringt nicht etwa wirtschaftlichem Druck, sondern einer strategischen und persönlichen Neuausrichtung.
Die Führung unseres Unternehmens – mit Schwerpunkten in der Oldtimervermietung, Gründungs- und Managementberatung sowie Prozessoptimierung – war geprägt von Innovationskraft, unternehmerischer Verantwortung und internationaler Vernetzung. In dieser Zeit konnte ich nicht nur eine Vielzahl operativer und strategischer Kompetenzen ausbauen, sondern auch mein unternehmerisches Denken durch eine akademische Weiterbildung (MBA & Master in Team Management and Leadership sowie Studium der Rechtswissenschaften) fundiert ergänzen.
Warum also der Wechsel? In der Selbstständigkeit steckt Kraft, aber auch eine gewisse Isolation. Ich habe den Wunsch, meine Kompetenzen künftig wieder in eine dynamische Organisation einzubringen, in der Zusammenarbeit auf Augenhöhe, strategische Weiterentwicklung und exzellente Führung gefragt sind. Der Gestaltungsspielraum, den ich bisher eigenverantwortlich genutzt habe, soll künftig als Impulsgeber in einem größeren Team dienen. Ich möchte weiterhin Verantwortung übernehmen – nicht nur für Projekte, sondern auch für Menschen.
Meine unternehmerische Erfahrung, gepaart mit fundiertem Wissen und einem tiefen Verständnis für wirtschaftliche Zusammenhänge, machen mich zu einem belastbaren, empathischen und zukunftsorientierten Führungskandidaten. Dabei bringe ich nicht nur internationale Erfahrung und interkulturelle Kompetenz mit, sondern auch die Fähigkeit, Wandel nicht nur zu begleiten, sondern aktiv zu gestalten.
Sie haben Rückfragen? Gerne stehe ich Ihnen unter der Rufnummer 01 76 - 30 74 90 08 oder per E-Mail unter frank@heisterberg.works zur Verfügung.
Based on my long year experience, I search for new job opportunities from a combination of factors:
After 17 years of successfully managing multiple businesses in automotive restoration, rentals, consulting and process development, I´m seeking for new challenges.
With extensive experience in sales, business development, and strategic leadership across multiple industries, I`m looking for a role that allows you to leverage these skills on a larger scale, with greater resources and impact.
My background in corporate sales, franchise expansion, international business and operational excellence makes me an asset for companies looking to grow their footprint.
Whether it’s returning to a leadership role in sales and business development or exploring executive-level opportunities, this transition could align with my long-term professional goals.
I have traveled a highly atypical path, both personally and professionally. Born in Germany and raised in Brazil until school, I returned to Germany to complete my high school diploma (Abitur) before serving in the military. After graduating as a hotel specialist, I built a career in the international hospitality industry before transitioning into entrepreneurship, successfully running multiple businesses for 17 years without major economic mistakes. Always driven by growth and learning, I later pursued an MBA and a Master’s in Team Management and Leadership and am currently studying Law at university. My diverse journey has shaped me into an adaptable, strategic, and results-driven professional.
My background reflects a unique and diverse career path, combining international exposure, entrepreneurial success and continuous academic growth.
I am an absolute team player, a mindset shaped not only by my business experience but also by years as an athlete and later as a coach in German American football clubs. This background has deeply influenced my leadership style - focusing on collaboration, strategic execution and empowering others to achieve common goals.
Frank Heisterberg
DOB: September 1, 1975
Address: Zieglerstr. 23, 40878 Ratingen
Phone: +49 (0) 2102 - 30 76 80 91
Mobile: +49 (0) 176 - 30 74 90 08
Email: frank@heisterberg.works
Website: http://frank.heisterberg.works
Relevant Experience
Entrepreneur
October 2008 - present
Family Business, Ratingen & Düsseldorf
Managing our family business, consisting of a GmbH (limited liability company), a GbR (partnership) and a sole proprietorship. Business areas include Classic car restoration and rental for private clients, events and film productions; Startup consulting (listed in the KfW consultant database until 12/2019); Service provider for process development, implementation and evaluation.
Primary Responsibilities:
Budgeting and forecasting concerning quantitative and qualitative targets and deadlines
Development of distribution channels
Analysis of economic framework conditions
Identification of potentials
Preparation of annual financial statements
Performance analysis and development of corrective measures and transformation strategies
Ensuring uninterrupted information flow within all departments
Director of Business Development
September 2007 - March 2008
Director of Business Development Choice Continental Europe, Munich
Choice Continental Europe oversees more than 180 hotels in Belgium, Germany, France, Italy, Switzerland, Austria, and the Czech Republic.
Main Responsibilities:
Expansion of the brand within Germany and the Czech Republic
Location and profitability analysis
Monitoring quality and franchise standards
Communication with operators and investors
Director of Sales
September 2006 - May 2007
Director of Sales at Park Inn Berlin Alexanderplatz, Berlin
The second-largest hotel in Germany, operated under the Radisson Hotel Group.
Responsibilities:
Managing the Field and Convention Sales departments
Ensuring proper documentation and controlling all sales activities
Developing personal sales targets for Sales Managers
Conducting job interviews
Manager Incoming Accor Germany / Sales Manager Eastern Europe / Regional Sales Manager
July 2002 - July 2006
Various Positions at Accor & Dorint at Accor / Dorint, Munich / Mönchengladbach
Accor is one of the largest global hotel chains (multi-brand, including Dorint at the time).
Positions:
Manager Incoming Accor Germany: Managing inbound sales from the UK, BeNeLux, Spain, Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic, Russia, GCC (including Dubai, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia), Japan
Sales Manager Eastern Europe: Managing outbound sales to Poland, Hungary, Czech Republic
Regional Sales Director Dorint AG: Sales responsibility within a defined region.
Sales Representative
January 2000 - June 2002
Sales Representative at Hotel Nikko Düsseldorf
First international sales experience in the hotel chain formerly owned by Japan Airlines. Represented the 301-room 5-star hotel at trade fairs domestically and internationally, including operational involvement in the Manager on Duty rotation.
Education
"I am passionate about intercultural experiences and gaining deep knowledge. For me, the only way to truly combine these interests within a university setting is by immersing myself in disciplines that explore international perspectives, diverse legal systems, and global business practices. Whether through exchange programs, international legal studies, or cross-cultural research, I seek opportunities that allow me to bridge different worldviews while deepening my expertise. My goal is to integrate this knowledge into my future career, ensuring that I remain adaptable and effective in an increasingly interconnected world."
There I studied and obtained a MBA and Master of Team Management and Leadership and keep on studying law.
MBA - Master of Business Administration + Master in Team Management and Leadership
February 2025
Law Studies, Germany
2020 - ongoing
Certified Hotel Management Professional
February 1998 - January 2000
Apprenticeship as a Certified Hotel Specialist in Germany
February 1998 - January 2000
High School Diploma (Abitur)
1996
Skills
My strongest skills stem from a diverse and international background. Having lived in diffrent countries and cultures and worked in more than 20 different countries, I have developed a deep intercultural competence that allows me to navigate different environments with ease.
Intercultural Competence & Adaptability
Entrepreneurial & Business Acumen.
Leadership & Team Management
Legal & Analytical Thinking
Problem-Solving & Strategic Planning
Communication & Negotiation
Further Training
German Federal Data Protection Act (BDSG) / General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)
Business Law
Accounting, Annual Financial Statements & Balancing
Expert Training under § 34a Trade Regulation Act
Engine Repair, Metalworking, Paint & Coatings
Cultural Experience
Grew up in Brazil until the 1980s as the child of German parents, instilling an open-minded, tolerant, and reflective outlook early on. My professional career required up to 180 business travel days per year in over 20 different countries, making cultural flexibility essential.
On the morning of 9/11, I was in NYC—on my way to the WTC. The subsequent global changes led me to join the German-Arabic Society, of which I have been a member for nearly two decades.
Awards
Germany (2008 - 2024)
19 awards for the highest operational standards in safety, customer satisfaction, quality, and entrepreneurial innovation
Dubai (2006)
Recognition for efforts in cultural exchange and tourism promotion
Łódź, Poland (2005)
Awarded by the regional governor (Wojewoda, equivalent to a Prime Minister) for contributions to the internationalization of the regional airport and tourism development
Other Memberships
Member of the German-Arabic Society
If you hire for a résumé, you miss the human.