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UPGR8 – Together From Insight to Action

We work at eye level with you — turning creative thinking into tangible execution.
We are specialized on essential strategy work, value-driven leadership and culture development, and organizational high-performance.
Our mission is to give everything, so you get the upgr8 you deserve.

Co-creative.

We unlock your collective intelligence to turn shared values and wisdom into action. We empower people to think boldly, speak up, and shape outcomes. Because transformation happens when everyone brings their best — beyond organizational boundaries.

Effective.

We love straight talk and clarity to cut through the noise and get to what truly drives progress. We are fast and challenging to help you move forward. Driven by outcomes, not ego — we are easy to work with and get things done.

Holistic.

We integrate organizational diversity with direction to foster engagement and reduce resistance. We believe in the power of ecosystems. Our work connects people, functions, and ideas — because lasting impact doesn’t come from isolated fixes.

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Passion & commitment

With the business check_up, you get a clear overview of your organization’s fitness. You can see where your strengths lie, identify potential areas for improvement, and understand how to best utilize your resources.

"Don’t downgrade your aspiration to fit your reality.
Upgr8 your mission to match your destiny!"

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We work for your upgr8

We believe in a diverse range of people to bring profound skills,
creative thoughts, and outstanding personality to the table.

Armin (1)
Armin (1)

Armin Blassnig

Managing Director

Max (1)
Max (1)

Maximilian Kammerer

Senior Advisor

David R (1)
David R (1)

David Rohrmann

Managing Partner

Daniel (1)
Daniel (1)

Daniel Deuring

Managing Partner

David K (1)
David K (1)

David Kreiner

Managing Partner

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Ecosystem Partners

Armin Blassnig

Experience: With a focus on Entrepreneurship and Finance, Armin has over 20 years of experience in the financial sector and leadership roles. He was Managing Director at a strategy boutique and held senior positions in major banks and consulting firms.

Character: Armin is a strategic thinker with strong communication skills and a sharp financial mindset. As a passionate ice hockey center player, he brings team spirit, precision, and foresight to every transformation—on the ice and in the boardroom.

Maximilian Kammerer

Experience: Max has over 35 years of experience in Business Development and Company Building. He served as Vice President at Apple and Nokia, where he led global growth strategies and international expansion. As a partner at Barkawi and Roland Berger, he advised large corporations on navigating complex transformations and unlocking new market potential.

Character: With a structured approach, Max translates complexity into clarity and action. He connects strategic dots and builds frameworks that work across cultures and hierarchies. A native Bavarian living in Ausseerland, he brings calm authority, deep insight, and practical wisdom to every challenge.

David Rohrmann

Experience: With an academic focus in Philosophy & Economics, David has over 17 years of experience in Consulting and Cultural Transformation. He specializes in guiding organizations through cultural change by fostering purpose-driven strategies and ensuring alignment with company-wide values.

Character: A skilled communicator, David is an expert in rallying people behind change initiatives. His precise language and ability to inspire make him a trusted partner in leading organizational transformations, helping companies align their culture with strategic goals.

Daniel Deuring

Experience: With a focus on Business Administration and Finance, Daniel has 15 years of consulting experience in organizational development and operational excellence. He is specialized in transforming strategic goals into operational processes and corporate culture, ensuring successful implementation of organizational changes.

Character: Daniel’s persistence and consistency inspire others to embrace change. With an empathic methodology and strong communication skills, he ensures that all stakeholders are actively involved in the transformation process, driving sustainable results through focused execution and clarity

David Kreiner

Experience: With a strong academic foundation in process engineering, David brings over a decade of line management experience in the energy sector, followed by a successful consulting career. He is our expert for operations, project delivery, and excels particularly in program and portfolio management within complex transformation projects.

Character: David approaches problems with analytical precision and a calm, structured mindset. His empathic approach and strong communication skills make him adept at driving change and ensuring that all team members are engaged and aligned with the transformation process.

"Leaders relentlessly upgrade their team, using every encounter as an opportunity to evaluate, coach, and build self-confidence."

JACK WELCH
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Our offering

We would be delighted to be of service for you with our strong consulting roots, international people development, and vast industry experience.

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“Working with the upgr8 team is both highly productive and genuinely enjoyable. Through their strategic work, they have managed to create real momentum, deliver fast results, and foster a true sense of unity within our organization. With their approaches and personalities, they are capable of engaging even large organizations like our group.”

Dr. Ariane Pfleger, Executive Director Raiffeisen Landesbank Steiermark

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