The OERTZENGroup is a multicultural firm finding high-quality candidates to fill permanent positions at mid- to senior-level management.
We provide a Consultative approach to our customers with a deep cultural understanding of US marketplaces.
Our goal at Oertzen Group is to provide your company with a holistic approach to your recruiting needs. We make the complex process of recruiting a seamless, thoughtful, and enjoyable one. We raise your brand awareness and desirability by telling your unique story and why highly qualified candidates should want to work for you.
We understand that filling critical positions with highly suitable candidates in a timely fashion is paramount to your company achieving your unique goals. Our priority is to become an extension of your recruiting department. Our search continues so that yours can stop. Set an appointment and let’s talk!
CEO, President, COO, CFO, GM, Managing Director
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Our mission is to raise the standards on best practices by bringing a more efficient – yet more approachable and collaborative – way to interact and service our clients and candidates. During the recruitment process, we would like to think of ourselves as an extension of your talent acquisition department.
We are highly experienced in connecting the European business community with seasoned, highly qualified, and culturally compatible candidates in North America. Listening to our clients’ and candidates’ needs is paramount to a successful placement.
Michaela is originally from Würzburg and holds a degree in Operational Business Administration with an international focus and an emphasis on Corporate Development from Würzburg-Schweinfurt University.
She started her career in the Food Retail industry before taking on the role of Export Director at a German food manufacturer (Maintal Konfitüren GmbH) where she led the expansion of their export department.
This allowed her to build a strong foundation in market expansion strategies and quickly acquire hands-on experience with market entry efforts, affording her a unique view of the client’s perspective.
In 2014, after moving to the U.S., Michaela led the Consulting Services function at the German American Chamber of Commerce (GACC) of the Southern U.S., Inc.. As a Director of Consulting Services, she managed a dedicated team who supported German SMEs establish and expand their presence in the United States. Michaela brings a wealth of experience working in the United States and Europe guiding small & medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) as well as large European businesses across a variety of industries.
She joins the OERTZENGroup as Director of European Desk where she will assist our clients navigate the complexities of the U.S. market. Her leadership and expertise will be invaluable in guiding European companies in their market expansion efforts, towards connecting them with top talent in the US.
In her free time, Michaela loves spending quality time with her family outdoors and exploring new places through travel. She also enjoys yoga.
