Professional careers rarely unfold in straight lines. They develop more like a musical score – shaped by preparation, decisive moments, unexpected transitions and the willingness to redefine one’s role over time. This intermezzo demonstrates in a practical and interactive manner how to read and develop the score of your career journey.
SPEAKERS
Ingo Martin Stadtmüller
Ward Howell International Vienna, Austria
Bio
Ingo Martin Stadtmüller works as orchestral conductor and leadership expert, drawing on the experience of the stage in his work as an executive coach. After studying orchestral conducting in Frankfurt, Main he built an international career on the podium that led to his appointment as General Music Director and Chief Conductor of the Schleswig-Holstein State Theatre and Symphony Orchestra, a position he held until 2024. Over more than two decades he has conducted numerous orchestras and ensembles. Accompanying his artistic career, he expanded his professional profile with a Master’s degree in Change Management & Leadership and a certification in Systemic Coaching. Today, alongside to his work as a professional musician, he serves as Partner at Ward Howell International in Vienna, supporting executives and professionals in complex decision situations and high-pressure environments. His work connects the principles of orchestral conducting with modern leadership development, focusing on goal-driven leadership, confident judgement and achieving tangible impact in demanding professional situations.
Franz Heimel
Ward Howell International Vienna, Austria
Bio
Dr. Franz Heimel is a leadership advisor and executive search partner with more than three decades of experience working with senior executives and professionals across Europe. As Partner at Ward Howell International in Vienna, he specializes in leadership assessment, executive coaching and the appointment of senior leadership roles. Throughout his career he has supported organizations and decision-makers in complex selection processes and strategic leadership development. Alongside his consulting work, Franz Heimel is actively engaged in the cultural sector as a choir singer and student of church music, refl ecting his longstanding interest in the connections between artistic and organizational leadership. His work focuses on helping professionals navigate career transitions, clarify leadership roles and develop the judgement and self-awareness required to succeed in demanding professional environments.