Rita Winkler – Specialist in business succession

KERN – Management consultancy for business succession in Münster

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Rita Winkler

Rita Winkler, M&A consultant for business succession and Company sale in the Münster region.

Born in 1984, psychologist (M.Sc.) and certified mediator with expertise in supporting Families and businesses in phases of succession planning. Specialising in the sale and purchase of medium-sized companies.

Strategically savvy advisor for complex and emotional decision-making processes in company acquisitions and sales.

Partner of KERN – Future for Life's Work.
Owner of the legally independent location in Münster. 

Excellent Succession Advisor Award 2025
Exellenter Nachfolgeberater Award 2026

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Maintained a constant dialogue between myself as the seller and the potential acquirers

I particularly appreciated the highly professional and trustworthy manner in which KERN and Mr. Ingo Claus dealt with me as the seller of the company and with the interested parties. Mr. Claus always acted in a solution-oriented manner and maintained constant dialogue between me as the seller and the potential buyers. Even though the sale did not ultimately go through due to external circumstances, I was very satisfied with the work done by Kern and Mr Claus and would recommend Kern and him without reservation at any time.

M.B. - Project developer from Buxtehude , Owner of a property development company

We have Ingo Claus from KERN to thank for the unexpectedly successful sale of our company

Mr. Ingo Claus had accompanied us in the difficult task of finding a suitable successor for our expert office. We owe the unexpectedly successful sale of our company to him. Mr Claus has a fine sense for tricky negotiating situations, skilfully and calmly he finds the right ideas for solutions that are acceptable to both contracting parties. Mr Claus accompanied the project with a wealth of experience, knowledge of human nature and negotiating skills. We are happy to recommend him.

Katharina Leisner - Specialist planner from Harsewinkel , Owner of an engineering and planning office

Organisation of a successful succession for a craft business

We were very satisfied with Mr Claus from the KERN company. In particular, his commitment helped us a lot in organising a successful succession for a craft business. We are happy to recommend Mr Claus to others.

Herbert Seus , Entrepreneur from Wilhelmshaven

Using many examples, he described the complex process of finding a successor in a very practical way

I got to know Ingo Claus from KERN as a speaker at a highly recommended workshop on the topic of selling a company. Using many examples, he described the complex process of finding a successor in a very practical way.

T.M. - Company salesman from Osnabrück

KERN's help, advice & support is worth its weight in gold

As an entrepreneur with over 40 years of professional experience, you certainly know a lot about a lot of things, but in no way about "succession". :-). I can only highly recommend Nils Koerber and Ingo Claus. Emotionally, humanly and professionally, succession is one of the most difficult tasks that an entrepreneur has to solve. The help, advice & support is worth its weight in gold and has really helped us in all aspects of this very complex topic. And it all worked out.

Klaus Bronder - vom Hove , Entrepreneur from Ennigerloh - Owner of a premium furniture store

Very much appreciated his ability to get to grips with the ins and outs of family businesses

I got to know Mr Claus in 2010 as part of an expansion project for an owner-managed company. During this time, I came to appreciate his goal-oriented approach and his ability to get to grips with the specifics of family businesses. I am happy to recommend him.

Petra Rausch - Entrepreneur from Lohmar , Advises family businesses on internationalisation projects

From the very first moment, KERN understood how to create a very trusting basis for the project.

From the very first moment, Mr. Ingo Claus understood how to create a very trusting basis for the start of the project - to form a basis for discussion among the shareholders within the framework of a workshop, so that a very efficient further development of the ideas could take place within the company. We would like to thank you for this very pleasant and trusting cooperation and will gladly recommend your group of companies to others.

I.K. - Entrepreneur from Flensburg , Co-partner of a sewer cleaning company

Ingo Claus from KERN represented me and my interests optimally

When unexpected complications arose during negotiations for the takeover of a practice, I turned to KERN and Mr. Ingo Claus. From the very beginning, I felt professionally accompanied by Mr Claus and that I and my interests were optimally represented. Thanks to Mr. Claus' negotiating skills, his objective, clear, goal-oriented communication, his efforts to find a good solution for both parties to the contract and his outstanding ability to calmly mediate and maintain an overview, a solution satisfactory to both sides (!) was quickly found for the takeover of the practice. Many thanks!

A.P. - Specialist from Bramsche , Owner of a specialist medical practice

... Very satisfied and would recommend Kern at any time and without reservation.

I particularly appreciated the highly professional and trustworthy manner in which KERN and Mr. Ingo Claus dealt with me as the seller of the company and with the interested parties. Mr. Claus always acted in a solution-oriented manner and maintained constant dialogue between me as the seller and the potential buyers. Even though the sale did not ultimately go through due to external circumstances, I was very satisfied with the work done by KERN and Mr Claus and would recommend KERN and him without reservation at any time.

M.B., entrepreneur from Lower Saxony , Owner of a property development company

KERN's help, advice & support is worth its weight in gold


Klaus Bronder - vom Hove Unternehmer aus Ennigerloh - Inhaber eines Premium Möbelhauses

As an entrepreneur with over 40 years of professional experience, you certainly know a lot about a lot of things, but in no way about "succession". :-). I can only highly recommend Nils Koerber and Ingo Claus. Emotionally, humanly and professionally, succession is one of the most difficult tasks that an entrepreneur has to solve. The help, advice & support is worth its weight in gold and has really helped us in all aspects of this very complex topic. And it all worked out.

Using many examples, he described the complex process of finding a successor in a very practical way


T.M. - Company salesman from Osnabrück

I got to know Ingo Claus from KERN as a speaker at a highly recommended workshop on the topic of selling a company. Using many examples, he described the complex process of finding a successor in a very practical way.

Maintained a constant dialogue between myself as the seller and the potential acquirers


M.B. - Project developer from Buxtehude owner of a property development company

I particularly appreciated the highly professional and trustworthy manner in which KERN and Mr. Ingo Claus dealt with me as the seller of the company and with the interested parties. Mr. Claus always acted in a solution-oriented manner and maintained constant dialogue between me as the seller and the potential buyers. Even though the sale did not ultimately go through due to external circumstances, I was very satisfied with the work done by Kern and Mr Claus and would recommend Kern and him without reservation at any time.

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With our expert knowledge on successful business succession in the Münsterland region

The topic of business succession is not an easy one. In addition to all the things that need to be considered, it is of course also difficult to place the continuation of one's life's work in other hands. Many hours were invested in a business that is now to be passed on. There may be various reasons for this.

No matter what your reasons for planning a business succession, we are here to support you. From the initial steps and planning to implementation, we are actively at your side. and ensure a successful handover.

That is why a well-considered decision is important.

Deciding to hand over a business is usually a difficult step. After years of building and managing a company, it becomes a major part of one's life. Handing it over is therefore a difficult decision. Accordingly, the emotional significance of this process is at least as great as its economic significance.

However, this decision cannot and should not be made casually. Many factors are crucial for the further development of the company. It is particularly important that business can continue seamlessly without any interruption.

Above all, it is important to consider the employees in your company: A successor should not have a negative impact on these. With the right planning, you can make the best decisions for yourself, the company and your employees.

At KERN, your personal criteria count

Business succession is an essential part of an entrepreneur's career. Whether within your own family circle or with the help of a new buyer, the handover must inevitably take place at some point. It is very important that you not only your company, but also your goals and principles.

Remain true to yourself and, when choosing your successor, ensure that they is authentic and shares similar ways of thinking. We will provide you with the best possible support and advice to help you find the perfect successor.

Therefore, it is advisable to seek advice on business succession.

In order to consider all important factors in business succession and ensure successful continuation, it is advisable to seek advice. We at KERN – Your specialists in the field of business succession in the Münsterland region – will be happy to help you with this process. It is essential to seek professional advice in order to complete each step of this task.

This process should not be underestimated – the subject matter is highly complex and requires a structured approach. We support you not only in planning, but also in actively help you to find potential successors and ultimately decide on the right one. With us at your side, you are guaranteed to reach your goal.

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What can we do for you?

Rita Winkler is your competent expert for business succession in Münster and the Münsterland region.
With over 40 locations throughout the DACH region and Europe, we have been specialists in small and medium-sized businesses for over 20 years.
We sell your life's work, support intra-family processes during generational change, or assist you with the purchase of companies.
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KERN Business Succession Münster
Legally independent location
Rita Winkler
22 Harbour Road
48155 Münster

Telephone Rita Winkler +49 251 590 63 890
muenster@kern-unternehmensnachfolge.com

This is how you reach your KERN Business succession in Münster

Near:
- Harbour promenade, Münster
- Bahnhof, Münster

Ortsteile:
- Gelmer-Dyckburg
- Gremmendorf
- Innenstadtring