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From Neighbors to Partners: How We Plan to Help Children Through Iniuva

A chance encounter in a Hamburg apartment building brought Markus Baumanns and pediatrician Professor Søren Gersting together. Today, they are building Iniuva together—a startup that uses artificial intelligence to develop drugs for rare genetic diseases in children. Company Companions is on board as an investment partner: Markus Baumanns will serve as chairman of the board and, together with Gersting, is establishing the governance and financing structure for the next phase of growth. “ZEIT für Unternehmer” met with the two for an interview.

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Newsletter: "Embracing Uncertainty"

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July 26, 2026

Newsletter #52: Soft Factors

In a world marked by constant change, even a brief greeting can build a bridge—between places, people, and perspectives. Such small connections foster a sense of belonging and are the first step toward shaping uncertainty together.

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July 5, 2026

Newsletter #51: AI and the World of Work

The role of humans is changing: Instead of doing things themselves, people are increasingly delegating, evaluating, and managing—a new skill set that fundamentally challenges learning and education. AI delivers fast, seemingly sound results, but it is not free from errors or nonsense.

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May 31, 2026

Newsletter #50 So what? Disorder as a Value

What Europe is experiencing today as a new disorder is the familiar norm elsewhere: a world shaped by pragmatic action and shifting alliances, where rule-based orders coexist with opportunistic improvisation. The paradise of reliability is fading, and we must learn to strike a balance between

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May 7, 2026

Newsletter #49: Project Organization

Sometimes uncertainty begins in a very unassuming way—with a simple greeting from another city, right in the midst of everyday life. Such small connections remind us that change rarely happens in isolation and that a shared sense of direction grows even in small ways.

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April 5, 2026

#48 Purpose in Times of Crisis

In times of growing uncertainty and multiple crises, purpose proves to be not merely a marketing promise, but a sustainable tool for resilience. Those who understand and live out the deeper meaning of their own actions strengthen their perseverance and loyalty—especially when external circumstances create pressure. The

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March 1, 2026

#47 Courage Can Be Learned

Courage does not arise in spite of fear, but rather in the face of it—and often precisely when our rights or values are at stake. Stories of people who dare to take action in precisely such moments show that courage is an everyday

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Feb. 2, 2026

#46 Value Creation of the Future

The expected productivity gains from AI in businesses face material and organizational hurdles. People remain indispensable for effectively managing and evaluating AI and for assuming responsibility. At the same time, the AI revolution opens up opportunities for industry and skilled workers—including here in Germany. However,

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Jan. 12, 2026

#45 Turnarounds

Business models are in flux—their end is certain, and their new beginning is often challenging. Successful turnarounds do not begin with cost-cutting measures, but with listening, cultural change, and a clear strategic focus. The courage to pursue a consistent realignment, patience, and the restoration of employee pride are crucial

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Dec. 22, 2025

#44 Compromise

The political debate in Germany is marked by bitter disputes and personal attacks—a reflection of our complex democracy. But right now, more than ever, it is important to re-evaluate compromise as both the price and the means of freedom: It enables majorities and the ability to act,

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Dec. 1, 2025

#43 Investing During a Crisis?

Those who merely cut costs and halt investments during times of crisis risk stagnation. Studies show that companies that combine cost-cutting with targeted innovation emerge from the crisis stronger—with higher revenue and market share. Resilience means more than just persevering; it requires courage and a reevaluation of priorities

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Oct. 30, 2025

#42 Progress Through Chaos

Crises force us to do both: clean up what already exists and create something new. Truly new things do not emerge in established companies because they become risk-averse out of fear of loss

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Oct. 6, 2025

#41 Management and Supervision of Companies

“No one is listening to us.” – “What do they actually want?” When statements like these are made, it’s high time for an update to our governance practices.

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