„In a world of ever-faster Al developments, what often gets lost is the human touch-the nuance, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence that truly resonate in high-stakes conversations.“

WINNING MANDATES WITH CLARITY

Strategic communication consulting for

asset managers pitching to institutional investors.

YOU BENEFIT FROM:

Higher win rates in RFPs, pitches, and beauty contests

A clear, confident presence — in English or German.

MY OFFERING

Pitch Consulting
Preparation for investment committee meetings, finals, and Q&A. Together we refine storyline, messaging, and delivery.

RFP Optimization
Review and editing of submissions with focus on clarity, logic, investor expectations, and differentiation.

Intercultural Finetuning
Guidance on building trust, credibility, and clarity with investors — in both English and German.

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A strong pitch is more than presenting facts — it’s about creating a clear, credible, and compelling story that builds trust. In pitch consulting, I help your team:

Refine the storyline so your investment case is logical, engaging, and memorable.
Sharpen messaging to highlight what truly differentiates you in a competitive field.
Strengthen delivery so every team member projects confidence, clarity, and conviction.
Prepare for Q&A with strategies to handle challenging questions effectively and consistently.

The benefit: You walk into finals and investment committee meetings not only with a strong strategy, but with the confidence and presence to win the mandate.

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Your RFP is often the first impression investors have of your firm. A clear, well-structured submission builds confidence and sets you apart. With RFP optimization, I help you:

Clarify complex information so your value proposition is immediately understood.
Ensure alignment with investor expectations by addressing what really matters to them.
Highlight differentiation so your firm doesn’t blend in with competitors.
Polish language and flow to increase readability and impact in both English and German.

The benefit: A submission that reads with clarity, logic, and conviction — positioning your firm as a strong candidate right from the start.

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Winning mandates often depends on subtle cultural cues as much as on numbers. With intercultural finetuning, I help you:

Navigate cultural nuances in communication and decision-making processes.
Adapt your style so your message resonates with international investors.
Build credibility and trust across languages and cultures.
Strengthen team confidence in presenting in English or German.

The benefit: A team that communicates with clarity and conviction across borders — ensuring your strategy lands effectively with every investor audience.

HOW I WORK

Clarity comes from perspective. When you are fully immersed in your own business, it can be difficult to step back and see how your story lands with investors.

I provide an objective view of your messaging and delivery — helping you identify blind spots, refine strengths, and remove distractions. By benchmarking against industry peers, I show you how your positioning compares in a competitive landscape, and where you can stand out.

The benefit: You gain a sharper, more compelling message that resonates with investors and builds credibility — increasing your chances of winning mandates.

WHY ME?

You need more than presentation skills. You need a partner who understands how investors think and decide.

With 25+ years of senior experience in institutional business development, I’ve sat on your side of the table — building presentations, leading pitches, and managing client relationships at J.P. Morgan, Capital Group, Wellington Management, and American Century Investments.

I also founded and ran my own distribution consultancy for 10 years, giving me firsthand knowledge of how to grow a business and position a team in a competitive market.

This perspective allows me to give you:

An objective view of your business and messaging
Coaching that sharpens how your strategy resonates with investors
Guidance rooted in deep knowledge of investor expectations and culture

Fluent in English, German and French, I help your team prepare at its best — so you can enter every meeting with clarity, confidence, and conviction.

Let’s make your strategy as convincing as it deserves to be – with clear messaging, confident delivery, and a partner who tells you what others won’t (but should).

Contact
Sigrid Johann
sj@prepup-consulting.com
+49 151 26120946

„In a world of ever-faster Al developments, what often gets lost is the human touch-the nuance, cultural awareness, and emotional intelligence that truly resonate in high-stakes conversations.“

WINNING MANDATES WITH CLARITY

Strategic communication consulting for

asset managers pitching to institutional investors.

YOU BENEFIT FROM:

Higher win rates in RFPs, pitches, and beauty contests

A clear, confident presence — in English or German.

MY OFFERING

Pitch Consulting
Preparation for investment committee meetings, finals, and Q&A. Together we refine storyline, messaging, and delivery.

A strong pitch is more than presenting facts — it’s about creating a clear, credible, and compelling story that builds trust. In pitch consulting, I help your team

Refine the storyline so your investment case is logical, engaging, and memorable.
Sharpen messaging to highlight what truly differentiates you in a competitive field.
Strengthen delivery so every team member projects confidence, clarity, and conviction.
Prepare for Q&A with strategies to handle challenging questions effectively and consistently.

The benefit: You walk into finals and investment committee meetings not only with a strong strategy, but with the confidence and presence to win the mandate.

RFP Optimization
Review and editing of submissions with focus on clarity, logic, investor expectations, and differentiation.

Your RFP is often the first impression investors have of your firm. A clear, well-structured submission builds confidence and sets you apart. With RFP optimization, I help you:

Clarify complex information so your value proposition is immediately understood.
Ensure alignment with investor expectations by addressing what really matters to them.
Highlight differentiation so your firm doesn’t blend in with competitors.
Polish language and flow to increase readability and impact in both English and German.

The benefit: A submission that reads with clarity, logic, and conviction — positioning your firm as a strong candidate right from the start.

Intercultural Finetuning
Guidance on building trust, credibility, and clarity with investors — in both English and German.

Winning mandates often depends on subtle cultural cues as much as on numbers. With intercultural finetuning, I help you:

Navigate cultural nuances in communication and decision-making processes.
Adapt your style so your message resonates with international investors.
Build credibility and trust across languages and cultures.
Strengthen team confidence in presenting in English or German.

The benefit: A team that communicates with clarity and conviction across borders — ensuring your strategy lands effectively with every investor audience.

HOW I WORK

Clarity comes from perspective. When you are fully immersed in your own business, it can be difficult to step back and see how your story lands with investors.

The benefit: You gain a sharper, more compelling message that resonates with investors and builds credibility — increasing your chances of winning mandates.

WHY ME?

You need more than presentation skills. You need a partner who understands how investors think and decide.

I also founded and ran my own distribution consultancy for 10 years, giving me firsthand knowledge of how to grow a business and position a team in a competitive market.

This perspective allows me to give you:

An objective view of your business and messaging
Coaching that sharpens how your strategy resonates with investors
Guidance rooted in deep knowledge of investor expectations and culture

Fluent in English, German and French, I help your team prepare at its best — so you can enter every meeting with clarity, confidence, and conviction.

Let’s make your strategy as convincing as it deserves to be – with clear messaging, confident delivery, and a partner who tells you what others won’t (but should).

Contact
Sigrid Johann
sj@prepup-consulting.com
+49 151 26120946