Karl-Heinz Schenk

DIH Deutsche Industrie-Holding GmbH is an independent holding and investment company established in 1990 by Deutsche Bank AG (NYSE: DB) to promote the development of the Mittelstand economy in the former East Germany. Based in Frankfurt, the DIH group was acquired by Peter Zühlsdorff through an MBO in 1996, and is completely privately-owned since 1999.

SiNN GmbH is a German fashion company that offers more than just brand clothing and trends. The company is based in Hagen, Germany and has subsidiaries in Germany. The private company also provides top service and consultation in their fashion stores. The CEOs are Friedrich-Wilhelm Göbel, Thomas Kluth, Torsten Altenscheidt. The company was founded in 1850 by Johannes Sinn, Friedrich Sinn.

GfK Nürnberg eV provides market research services focusing on retail, healthcare and service sectors. The firm provide strategies for marketing and solutions for developments. The company was founded in 1934 and is headquartered in Nuremberg, Germany.

OBI Group Holding SE & Co. KGaA operates as a holding company with interests in retailing construction and gardening supplies and tools. The firm's product range encompasses wood and construction materials, tiles, power tools, machinery, ironware, paints, wallpapers, lamps, balcony, pots, room plants, and garden furniture. It develops and manages stores that also offer an assortment of do-it-yourself products for decoration and home improvement. Its focus areas encompass store management, brand marketing, and business development and expansion. The company was founded by Emil Lux and Manfred Maus in 1970 and is headquartered in Wermelskirchen, Germany.

DIH Finanz & Consult GmbH provides financial and consulting services. It offers its services to the biotechnology and life sciences industries. The company was founded on December 18, 1990 and is headquartered in Frankfurt, Germany.

Berlin Partner Für Wirtschaft & Technologie GmbH provides site selection, trade consultancy, and capital city marketing services. Its services include funding and financing, talent, technology, and business promotion Berlin districts. The company was founded in 1950 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Messe Berlin GmbH engages in organizing trade fairs and congress events. Its services include standard construction service, catering, staffing, online ticketing, virtual marketplace, marketing, events and diplomatic services, and consulting. The company was founded in 1822 and is headquartered in Berlin, Germany.

Part of DIH Deutsche Industrie-Holding GmbH, DIH Equity Erste GmbH provides financial services. The company is based in Viersen, Germany. The CEO of the German company is Peter Zühlsdorff.