About

Our Philosophy

We have a clear philosophy that guides our approach and solutions:

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Entrepreneurial

Think and act like business owners
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Holistic

An interdisciplinary approach from formulation through to execution
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Networked

Light touch and networked for optimal flexibility and results
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Discreet

Behind the scenes guidance and support
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Technology-driven

Technology as part of every solution

Areas of Expertise

We pride ourselves on a unique blend of competencies and experiences. Our expertise has been developed across a wide variety of functional roles, covering key geographies across the world, in various organizational development phases, and across different industries.

Strategy Formulation
Strategy Formulation
Formulate the right strategy to bring the required clarity and direction to a successful venture.
Growth Enablement
Growth Enablement
Put in place the growth drivers, from geographic expansion through to product led innovation, that bring strategy to life.
Organizational Communication
Organizational Communication
Provide cohesive communications planning and development to enable understanding, drive engagement and build reputation.
Strategic Financial Management
Strategic Financial Management
Establish insightful analytics and meaningful metrics implemented with the right tools that allow for the effective financial management of dynamic organizations.

Meet the Team

Meet the team that enables entrepreneurs and driven business leaders to maximize their potential and impact:

Alexander Sommer (Alex)

Founder and CEO

Advisory Plus was founded by Alex, a technology leader with an entrepreneurial mind-set. He draws upon a wealth of knowledge and experience from his own journey of helping build a multi-billion USD revenue technology company.

Alex has lived, worked and studied in the US, Europe and Asia. His experience ranges across the functions of Finance, Strategy, Business Development, and General Management, giving him a unique perspective and understanding on how to design and build world class organizations and products.

Languages

German and English

Education

London Business School (UK): MBA

Hong Kong University of Science & Technology (Hong Kong): MBA Alumni

Trinity University (US): BSc in Finance and International Business

Expertise at a Glance

Finance

  • Financial planning
  • Analytics and reporting
  • Operational finance
  • Pricing strategies
  • Corporate structuring
  • High grow resourcing

Growth

  • Complete go-to-market (geographic and product level)
  • Global market expertise
  • Demand generation and conversion
  • Partner ecosystem development

Strategy

  • Corporate and business strategy
  • Business models
  • Organizational design
  • Strategy reviews
  • Cloud strategy

An ever-curious learner, Alex has earned certificates in: Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, Cloud, Product Strategy, and Disruptive Strategy.

Alexia Sommer (Lexi)

Communications Advisor

Lexi is a Communications and Employee Engagement Leader that has helped build highly engaged and award-winning company cultures at a global and European level. Known for always being focused on the business outcome, Lexi is able to build impactful communications strategies and skillfully implement them in every fine detail.

Languages

English, German (spoken), basic French and Spanish

Education

Middlebury Institute of International Studies (USA): MA in International Policy Studies

Trinity University (USA): BA in Political Science and International Studies

Expertise at a Glance

Corporate Communication

  • Strategic communications planning, messaging and execution
  • Strategic business partnering
  • Communications coaching and capability building
  • Corporate websites and channel development
  • Copywriting, editing and content creation

Employee Engagement

  • Employee engagement strategies
  • Culture & identity articulation for global organization
  • Change and transformation project communications
  • Employee surveys
  • Event inception and execution

Passionate about cultural diversity and international relations, Lexi has earned certificates in Development Project Management, Negotiations and Conflict Resolution and European Studies. Lexi also holds ‘black belt’ certificates in internal communications.