Winter Newsletter: Looking Ahead to 2025

Explore our Winter Newsletter with 2025 trends, a compelling case study, an IC spotlight, and insights shaping Life Sciences, Food, and Private Equity.

20 Minutes a-connect Life Sciences 01/06/2025
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Highlights

  • Welcome note
  • Case Study on Transformation Project
  • IC Spotlight on Brendan Kelly
  • Life science Trend report
  • Private Equity Trend report
  • Food & Agribusiness Trend report

Welcome Note from Julia & Bernhard

Dear Readers, 

As we step into 2025, we want to take a moment to reflect on the impactful projects we’ve undertaken and the incredible Independent Consultants we’ve had the privilege to work with. Their expertise and commitment continue to inspire us, and we’re excited to share some of their insights with you in this edition. 

In this newsletter, you’ll find key trends that challenge conventional thinking and highlight innovations shaping the year ahead. We hope these perspectives spark fresh ideas as you tackle both familiar challenges and new opportunities. 

We look forward to collaborating with you in 2025 and would love to hear your thoughts on the content shared here. 

Warm regards, 

 Julia & Bernhard 

 Co-Managing Directors, a-connect 

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