Michael Bälz Appointed as Managing Director at Clearwater in Germany
Advisor - People | Feb 15, 2025 | Clearwater

Clearwater has appointed Michael Bälz as the new Managing Director and Head of Healthcare in Germany, marking a significant milestone in its strategic development within the rapidly growing healthcare sector. As a highly respected and experienced expert, Bälz brings a wealth of knowledge essential for Clearwater's ambition to become a leading M&A advisor in the sector. The appointment comes amidst a dynamic backdrop where demographic changes, technological innovations, digitalization, rising costs, regulatory shifts, and a focus on health management drive market complexity. Axel Oltmann, Managing Partner, emphasized that these trends, coupled with increasing succession situations, forecast robust growth in the sector. Bälz is committed to leveraging his expertise to help clients achieve their strategic goals and identify attractive growth opportunities, specifically within the healthcare space in Germany. The appointment underlines Clearwater's effort to enhance its capabilities and expand its influence by collaborating with its international team.
Sectors
- Healthcare
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A)
Geography
- Germany – Michael Bälz is appointed as the Managing Director in Germany, and the article highlights Clearwater's focus on expanding within the German healthcare market.
Industry
- Healthcare – The article focuses on Clearwater's strategy to enhance its capabilities in the healthcare sector, particularly within the M&A advisory field.
- Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) – Discusses Clearwater's aim to become a leading M&A advisor in the healthcare sector, highlighting strategic growth initiatives.
Financials
Participants
Name | Role | Type | Description |
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Clearwater | Employer/Appointing Company | Company | An advisory firm seeking to enhance its position in the healthcare sector through strategic appointments. |
Michael Bälz | Managing Director and Head of Healthcare in Germany | Person | A newly appointed managing director with extensive experience in the healthcare sector, responsible for expanding Clearwater's presence in this area. |
Axel Oltmann | Managing Partner | Person | A senior executive at Clearwater, commenting on the strategic importance of the appointment. |