About Us
TalentStrategen is a BAFA-certified management consulting firm specializing in reskilling, upskilling, and outplacement for companies in the industrial, energy, and infrastructure sectors. We operate as a well-coordinated network of specialists—with clearly defined responsibilities, measurable results, and a commitment to delivering structural solutions.
Doreen Happatz — Founder & CEO
Doreen Happatz is the founder of TalentStrategen and a BAFA-certified management consultant. With over 20 years of experience in talent acquisition and executive search—at Tesla, Nordex, adidas, and Zalando—she has developed a deep understanding of the market for industrial and technical roles and complex workforce transformations.
Our sectors
Industry · Energy & Renewables · Automotive · FMCG · Infrastructure · Facility Management · Manufacturing
Our network for sustainable HR strategies
Isa Grütering — Co-Program Lead, TalentTransition™
Isa Grütering is responsible for the coaching modules within the TalentTransition™ program. As a systemic coach, she supports professionals and executives during career transitions—with a focus on identifying strengths, repositioning, and sustainable career development.
Axel Weber — Technology Partner, Examiz
Axel Weber is the founder of Examiz, an AI-powered platform for skills assessment and transferable skills mapping. Through Hidden Talents Bridge™ and AI Readiness, Examiz provides the data-driven foundation for candidate selection and skills gap analysis.
Our Network
To implement our programs, we work with certified partners:
Educational providers: TÜV Rheinland, Eckert Schools, Steep, BfW
Government agencies: Federal Employment Agency, BAFA, Integration Offices, Ministry of Economic Affairs
Military: Bundeswehr Career Development Service
Certifications
Certifications
- BAFA-certified management consultant
- Hogan Assessment Certification
- Future of Work (Microcredential)
Together to form a strong team!
Your company needs a strong team - we can help you build it.
With our know-how and network, we accompany you on the way to a sustainable
and future-proof HR strategy.
“Traditional recruiting doesn’t solve structural problems. We build systems that make companies independent of a tight labor market.”
Doreen Happatz
Founder and Managing Director
My Career
My professional career began in the field of marketing and communications, where I worked for companies such as the Financial Times Deutschland, Intergraph, and Aperto. During this time, I gained insights into international markets, industries, and cultures. This experience has shaped my perspective on interpersonal and intercultural communication.
After an intensive period in the fashion industry and a phase of reflection in Canada, I made a conscious decision to go into recruiting - with the aim of bringing people and companies together on a global level.
In London, I started as a consultant at Fusion Associates, where I successfully filled management positions for international fashion companies.
My next step led me to adidas, where I managed global recruiting projects and developed innovative talent strategies. The development of the MakerLab was particularly formative: an international hub for technical experts where we were able to fill 50 key positions worldwide within six months - an achievement that was recognized with the Talent Acquisition Award "Creator of the Year".
At Zalando, I focused on recruiting executives in the commercial sector before setting up the recruitment team for the DACH region at Tesla. There, I implemented pioneering programs such as the Military Transition Program and retraining measures under the Qualification Opportunities Act to tap into new talent pools and create development opportunities.
With a global mindset, strategic foresight and extensive industry knowledge, I bring talents and companies together - with the aim of building sustainable, diverse and innovative teams that make companies successful in the long term.