Interim executive management, Lean Excellence and engaging leadership — the practice of Bernhard Brandl, with hands-on experience across Europe, Latin America and the United States.
I founded Performance Management Advisors to do what I enjoy most and what creates the greatest impact: enabling organizations to perform at their best while helping people grow and succeed.
My work is driven by the belief that real transformation is possible when strategy, structure, and culture come together — and when leaders are willing to lead by example.
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I step in when organizations need strong, hands-on leadership to stabilize operations, drive transformation, or scale rapidly.
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I apply proven Lean methods pragmatically to create efficient, reliable, and resilient organizations — from shop floor to administration.
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I empower leaders and teams to grow, perform, and thrive by building skills, motivation, and accountability.
Across operations, manufacturing, supply chain and administration.
Where the work happensMy approach goes beyond strategy and I work side by side with employees: training on the shop floor, repairing machines, or building digital tools myself.Bernhard Brandl
At the same time, I know when to bring in the right experts from my trusted network to address specific challenges and deliver the best possible results.
In the beginning it can be uncomfortable — routines are questioned, established habits get disrupted. But with the right steps, clear communication, and active involvement, we turn that initial resistance into energy.
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Participants experience Lean principles in action — learning from the extreme efficiency of a Formula 1 pit stop to rethink and improve changeovers, production processes, and administrative workflows.
The effect is immediate and memorable: everyone sees how small improvements, teamwork, and discipline can create breakthrough results. Very often, these sessions bring hidden talents to the surface.
Over the past years, I have worked as CFO, COO, and as interim executive in international environments across Europe, Latin America, and the United States. I know what it means to manage growth, lead turnarounds, and scale businesses under challenging conditions.
My strengths lie in quickly analyzing complex situations, developing clear structures, and moving from strategy to execution with discipline and consistency.
Whether you need quick and flexible executive support, want to strengthen your team’s Lean capabilities, or are looking to exchange ideas on leadership and motivation.