About me
My clients appreciate not only my passion and commitment, but also my in-depth specialist knowledge, my structured approach and my ability to tackle even complex challenges pragmatically and with a focus on solutions.
I am convinced that the future lies in continuous learning and the right strategy for development. Lifelong learning is not just a buzzword - it is the key to personal and professional growth.
I am passionate about supporting Learning & Development managers and HR teams in developing modern learning strategies, promoting internal talent and shaping sustainable transformation.
Ahead of the curve
As a board member of the European Association of Training Organizations (eato), I am committed to ensuring that continuing education always keeps pace with the times.
My books and my podcast "Von den Besten lernen" are an expression of this mission: to share knowledge, inspire and encourage action.
After more than two decades in leading positions at SAP and Software AG, I have decided to pass on my expertise as a consultant, coach, mentor and trainer.
Ahead of the curve
As a board member of the European Association of Training Organizations (eato), I am committed to ensuring that continuing education always keeps pace with the times.
My books and my podcast "Von den Besten lernen" are an expression of this mission: to share knowledge, inspire and encourage action.
After more than two decades in leading positions at SAP and Software AG, I have decided to pass on my expertise as a consultant, coach, mentor and trainer.
My expertise
For more than 25 years, I have been intensively involved in learning & development, leadership development and the transformation of L&D teams. During my time as Senior Vice President Corporate Learning & People Development at Software AG, I was globally responsible for personnel development and internal training.
I have built international leadership programs, delivered high potential programs, managed organizational change management initiatives, implemented digital learning strategies, modernized learning management systems and optimized training processes.
Mein Fokus liegt stets darauf, praktische Lösungen zu schaffen, die nachhaltig wirken – vom Aufbau neuer L&D-Strukturen bis hin zur Umsetzung moderner Lernformate.
Whether as a strategic consultant, sparring partner or concept developer - I help companies to design their learning and development strategies in a future-proof and practical way.
"In my career, I have learned that the key to sustainable success lies in the continuous development of people and processes."
What my customers say:
Peter has understood how to strategically link Learning & Development with the company's goals and thus create added value for the organization. His ability to tackle complex challenges in a structured way and implement L&D initiatives with measurable impact has had a lasting impact on our talent and leadership development.
Peter's unique selling point is his international business experience - combined with the ability to impart his knowledge with pinpoint accuracy.
Peter has taken our company's Corporate Learning & Development strategy to a new level. Under his leadership, our Academy has received several international awards and has undergone targeted further development - from a product-focused training unit to a holistic development platform. His management and talent development programs have set new standards.
You have it all: the purpose, the passion, and the skills.
Peter has a rare ability to align L&D with business strategy, ensuring that leadership and talent initiatives drive real commercial impact. His strategic mindset, combined with a hands-on approach, made a measurable difference in our organization's growth and leadership development.
Peter Dern moderated our strategy workshop in a structured and at the same time methodically flexible manner. His likeable and engaging personality provided excellent support for the creativity and results of our leadership team.
"Von den Besten lernen"
Der Podcast der Bildungsbranche
This German podcast is for anyone working in or interested in education and training, looking for inspiration and new ideas, wanting to learn from the best to take their own business or career to the next level.
In each episode, we delve into the world of these visionaries and find out who they are as people and leaders, what makes them and their companies unique, what their personal secret of success is. And hear exciting, bizarre or thought-provoking anecdotes from everyday life in the industry.
