Advisory built around execution – We make companies stronger with lasting results.

Stenia is an independent, CEO-led advisory for companies at their turning points.

A narrow path winding through a mountain pass in soft morning light

A Business Leader's Perspective.

Practical thinking.

Hands-on commitment.

We help our clients see the real picture, identify what truly matters and turn a clear strategy into a practical business plan.

Whether the challenge is improving profitability, strengthening the organization, preparing for growth or navigating an ownership transition, we work side by side with leadership teams to build stronger, better managed and more valuable businesses.

Decades of CEO experience. Practical thinking. Hands-on commitment.

See what we do

Beyond Advice. Into Action.

The answers are often already within the business.

What is often missing is the transparency, focus and management discipline needed to bring those answers to the surface and turn them into results.

At Stenia, we start by looking beyond the problem initially presented. We examine the financials, listen to people across the organization and challenge assumptions to understand what the business really needs.

We then help leadership teams establish clear priorities, make better-informed decisions and translate them into practical actions.

But our involvement does not end with a strategy or a report.

We work alongside your team, help overcome obstacles, challenge progress and support implementation. When additional expertise is needed, we bring in trusted senior specialists to address specific challenges.

Our aim is to build the capabilities, routines and confidence that allow your business to sustain improvements long after our involvement ends.

We don't just advise. We help make it happen. No unnecessary complexity. No reports that gather dust. Just practical improvements that last.

The Stenia Navigator

The Stenia Navigator is our integrated approach to business improvement and transformation. Our work follows four interconnected areas

FAQ

When Should a Company Consider Business Consulting?

A turning point is often the right moment to bring in an outside perspective. You may recognise one or more of these situations: • The organization is busy, but not performing at its best. Organizational performance needs attention. Roles and responsibilities overlap, accountability is blurred or performance is difficult to discuss openly. • Decisions take too long — or never turn into action. Priorities shift, meetings multiply and execution lacks ownership and follow-through. • Business needs a clear direction. A new market, product group or geography needs a practical plan. • Profitability is slipping, and the reasons aren't obvious. Margins are eroding, and the best way forward is unclear. • Losing key clients, talent or business opportunities. When valuable relationships, capabilities or revenue streams are at risk, you need to understand the underlying causes and take decisive action. • The business needs to thrive beyond its current owners or leaders. Succession, a sale or a change in ownership is approaching, and long-term continuity needs to be secured. We help you understand what needs to change, focus on what matters and put a clear plan into practice.

How can Stenia help?

We support owners, boards and CEOs at critical turning points — whether they are navigating growth, improving profitability, preparing for succession, managing organizational change or exploring new opportunities. We bring an independent perspective to uncover the real challenges, establish clear priorities and translate strategic decisions into practical business plans. Working side by side with leadership teams, we bring the focus, discipline and alignment needed to turn plans into measurable results and build stronger, more resilient businesses.

How do you lead a business turnaround?

We start by making problems visible and identifying the root causes behind them. Together with owners and management teams, we define clear priorities and build a practical roadmap. We eliminate unnecessary work, competing priorities and complexity, focusing resources on the changes that will have the greatest impact. We then work side by side with the team to implement the plan, track progress and deliver measurable improvements.

Do you offer coaching?

Our Manager Effectiveness program combines hands-on mentoring and practical business guidance, grounded in over 20 years of CEO experience. We work one-to-one with managers on real challenges and everyday behaviours that improve leadership and team performance.

How closely do you work within the business?

Through advisory, other interim expertise or fractional leadership, we join your team, take part in day-to-day decisions and share responsibility for implementation. The role is tailored to your business. We work hands-on, whether through strategic advisory, interim management or fractional leadership. We become part of your team, contribute to day-to-day decisions and share responsibility for implementation. When additional expertise is needed, we bring in the right specialists. Our role and level of involvement are tailored to your business and its needs.

What clients say

"Mete Zadil, as a member of the KLEEMANN Advisory Board, has been a trusted strategic partner throughout our collaboration. He combines clear strategic thinking with a practical, results-oriented approach, helping transform complex challenges into focused priorities. His insight, sense of ownership, and forward-looking mindset consistently drive progress and strengthen our strategic direction. It is a genuine pleasure to work with Mete, a professional whose integrity and commitment have earned our deep respect".

Nikos Koukountzos, Managing Director - Kleemann

“We have had the pleasure of working with Mete for nearly two years. His extensive knowledge and experience across different industries have brought valuable new perspectives to our business, helping us better understand where we stand today while taking a broader view of the future.

I particularly value his contributions to shaping our strategic objectives, guiding investment decisions, and strengthening our company's organizational development.

What makes working with Mete especially rewarding is not only the depth of his experience and expertise, but also the mutual trust, openness, and genuine exchange of ideas that define our relationship. I truly value and enjoy our collaboration.