What Others Say

Success speaks for itself. But the most honest words come from those who were part of it.

People from companies, foundations, and public institutions share their perspective - on collaboration, on impact, and on the clarity we created together.

Because meaningful change isn’t just measured in outcomes, but in the experience of those who helped shape it.

Daniela brings a rare combination of deep expertise and a truly human approach to leadership.

She communicates with honesty and clarity, making it easy to align with goals and expectations. At the same time, she is supportive and approachable, always ready to listen and provide guidance when needed.

Daniela is truly inspiring – I have learned so much from her insights, not just about ENVI-met, but also about how she tackles challenges with thoughtfulness and care. Anyone who works with Daniela will find her to be an exceptional leader and a reliable partner for success.

Roberta Belanova

Former Global Customer Marketing Specialist, One Click LCA

Julia Heer

Consultant; Former Head of Communications, RuhrFutur & Mercator Foundation

I had the privilege of witnessing Daniela’s extraordinary ability to analyze and solve complex challenges with clarity, precision, and impressive speed.

Her networked thinking enables her to connect the dots, uncover insights, and create clarity across a wide range of issues. She not only brings fresh perspectives to strategic discussions but also translates them into actionable, implementable solutions.

Daniela is defined by her sharp analytical mind and strategic precision. Her talent for quickly identifying the heart of a problem and developing innovative, sustainable solutions makes her an invaluable partner for any organization aiming for growth and transformation.

Daniela took on the ambitious challenge of building an initiative to improve educational opportunities and quality in the Ruhr Area alongside the state government, municipalities, universities, and the Ruhr Regional Association.

After founding the GmbH, she guided it through its sensitive early stages with determination, strong leadership, and strategic foresight. Managing the many partners with their sometimes conflicting interests was no small feat. Daniela’s clear and transparent communication, negotiation skills, analytical precision, and unwavering goal orientation were key to her success.

As her successor, I greatly benefited from the foundation she built and her strategic advice. Even after moving on, Daniela remained closely involved with RuhrFutur, serving as a demanding but highly competent sparring partner who contributed significantly to the initiative’s successful establishment. 

Ulrike Sommer

Former Managing Director, RuhrFutur

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