Lead innovation.
Accelerate change.
Ensure measurable impact.
We are the independent external partner for scale-ups and industrial SMEs. With curiosity and structure, we turn bold ideas into measurable, sustainable results. With drive, clear processes, transparency, and decision control – business focus without overhead and buzzwords.
1 day,
... until you know your potential.
Opportunity radar: with our Innovation Capability Radar (R), you will identify your biggest innovation sectors.
6 weeks,
... until your prototype delivers data
With a market-ready MVP, we validate your business approach in line with market requirements for a fact-based launch
0 risk,
100% control
With Inxelerate, you gain evidence instead of gut feeling, investment based on viable data, transparent budgets and clear decision gates.
20+ years
... of experience for industrial SMEs.
With more than ten experts in our network from IT, electrical industry, mechanical engineering, automation, medicine, and semiconductor technology, you always receive tailored advice from experts on an equal footing.
» SMEs have enormous growth potential but struggle with limited capacity for change. Many ideas remain stuck in the concept stage.
We combine curiosity and discipline and bring speed and structure to the system in order to turn innovation from an idea into business. Quickly piloted, user-tested, and with measurable impact.
No bullshit bingo, just business reality for companies intend to get things done. «
Principles lived by. Clear stance. Measurable impact.
Explore before explain
We listen, observe, understand, and then advise.
Prototype the proof
We don't just think, we test. Every project gets its reality check.
Co-create the change
We develop solutions together, creating ownership within the team.
Laugh & Learn
Humor opens up spaces, facilitates learning, and makes us agile.
Stay pragmatic
Substance, drive, courage—our craft is getting things done.
Own the outcome
Results count. Impact only comes with implementation.
Network of experts without consulting overhead
We work according to the Company-of-One principle: a lean core orchestrates a network of over ten subject matter experts.
Advantages for you: gain seniority and best-fit expertise in the project, short communication channels, no unnecessary overhead.
Dynamic
Fast staffing, clear responsibilities, transparent plan..
Competent
The right skill set for every project.
Efficient
Budget flows into added value for your business and your organization.
Focused
We prioritize issues that really matter.
Sustainable
Results that last. Practical and effective in everyday life.
The orchestrator behind Inxelerate
I'm Niels, CEO and co-founder of Inxelerate.
With over 30 years of experience in leading teams and business units in medium-sized companies and global corporations, I have initiated and managed numerous innovation projects on business models, product portfolios, and organization and processes.
With this experience, I orchestrate teams that turn ideas into measurable results and business.
My core belief
For me, innovation is both a creative task and a way to secure the future at the interface between business, technology, and organization.
With a good sense of humor in my work, consistency in implementation, and competence in the subject matter, I accompany you as a sparring partner and advisor at eye level.
of international management experience in start-ups, medium-sized companies, and corporations.
Responsibility for up to €500 million in sales.
Management of teams with up to 300 people.
strategic projects in medium-sized companies, corporations, and scale-ups
My path
Each stage of my career has shaped me and sharpened my understanding of different industries and the connection between innovation, strategy, and organization. That's why I founded Inxelerate: consulting for innovation capability in scale-ups and industrial SMEs.
My expertise
- Business model innovation & corporate strategy
- Product innovation & market launch
- Organizational development & leadership
If you are looking for a partner to help you shape your future, let's talk.
We are a proud member of the following associations:
The people behind Inxelerate
Niels Trapp
Management consultant, business trainer
Background: Automation, drive technology, semiconductors, telecom.
Focus: Innovation strategy, product innovation, AI strategy & leadership.
Other interests: Soul musician and passionate cook.
Marten Beier
Management consultant, product & agile coach
Background: Software & hardware in mechanical engineering, automotive, and FMCG.
Focus: Product strategy, product innovation, exploration, agile transformation.
Other interests: Ju-Jutsu trainer and former national team athlete.
Agathe Herzog
Management consultant, business trainer and coach
Background: Automotive, packaging industry, international management consulting, semiconductors.
Focus: Leadership, culture, change management, high-performing teams and coaching.
Other interests: Singing, songwriting, cycling, SUP.
Wiebke Weichert
Management consultant, executive coach
Background: Automotive, chemicals, energy, start-ups, IT group SAP.
Focus: Innovation strategy, leadership, and coaching.
Other interests: Passionate motorcyclist and yoga teacher.
Finn Faust
UX/UI designer, process developer
Background: BSc International Psychology, red pepper Branding & Transformation.
Focus: Web design, Webflow development, systemic process development.
Other interests: Passionate reader of systems theory, design thinker & surfer.
Other business partners,
who support us:
Zive
Horizontal AI integration in companies
Collaboration:
Support in the GDPR-compliant rollout of AI across the board for our customers.
Red pepper
Branding & Transformation
Collaboration:
Strategic consulting in innovation projects, leadership, and cultural innovation.
Four levers for measurable innovation success
” Competence, energy, northern German clarity and always a healthy pinch of humor on board — that's what working with Niels feels like. Together, we have developed a management program, where his many years of management experience,
Attitude and emotional intelligence are very well received in our joint customer projects. In short — a creative and targeted collaboration. ”
“We wanted to create a basis for our product management in the future for product development and marketing. With expertise, competence and highly interactive training and workshop, Niels has enabled us to formulate European customer needs much more clearly in terms of product requirements.
Today, we have a tailor-made business plan template, on the basis of which we professionally position our requirements within the Group and plan our marketing. ”
” With a lot of energy, empathy and creativity, Niels led the marketing team of a medium-sized hidden champion through a complex change project towards digital marketing.
Together with other external experts, we were always involved in the project in the right places. In just 7 months, the joint team was able to completely renew the old website — more modern, dynamic and with a new target group focus. ”
“In a global project, the task was to evaluate how Industry 4.0 and digital business models could become further revenue models for an international semiconductor company.
With a lot of energy, expertise and commitment, Niels, together with us and a global team, developed and tested five valid business model proposals including an operating model within 6 months, which have enabled new access to industrial markets. ”
” Our company was undergoing a transformation process. Niels was not only responsible for marketing and product management, but also shaped the entire company and guided it through the process. With passion and clarity, he has also completely redesigned our brand identity and made our vision, mission and values tangible for everyone through inspiring workshops. He not only changed the company, but also the people who worked with him. Thank you so much for the great support. ”
“With Niels and Inxelerate, we have a partner who supports the integration of artificial intelligence into companies with strategic expertise in innovation and transformation. The combination of our AI platform and results-oriented advice helps decision makers to recognize and tap into the potential of AI for their own company. ”
” A great trainer with a great personality and lots of experience! Niels succeeded in presenting complex topics relating to innovation and leadership in an understandable and interactive way. The mix of empathy, humor and sovereignty inspires and sweeps you away. The training on innovation was super insightful, motivating at the same time and also made you want to implement what you had learned immediately. Absolute recommendation for all leadership teams that really want to make a difference. ”
