What Voss does

Voss AG (legal name: Voss Beteiligungs Aktiengesellschaft) is a privately held German holding company founded in 2000 by Rupert Voß and headquartered in Taufkirchen, Bavaria, with a second office in Söchtenau. The group operates three divisions: Immobilienentwicklung (real estate development, anchored by the multi-generational 'Dahoam im Inntal' project in Brannenburg targeting approximately 1,000 residents), Beratung (consulting), and Beteiligungen (participations managing subsidiaries including Neuberger Schreinerei GmbH, Neuberger Parkett und Fußbodentechnik GmbH, Johann Bernhart GmbH, and InnZeit GmbH & Co. KG). The group comprises six companies with more than 160 employees across the portfolio.

The consulting business, which was spun off into the 100% subsidiary Voß Beratungs GmbH in 2024 (led by Managing Director Florian Richter), delivers integrated management systems advisory built on ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 50001, and ISO 45001 frameworks, EFQM assessments, risk and crisis management (BAFA-listed), data protection, occupational health and safety, fire protection, vision and goal planning, coaching, and employee surveys. The core technical asset is an Integrated Management System methodology that consolidates multiple ISO standards into a unified structure, supported by certified Lead Auditors and EFQM Assessors on the team. The company is ISO 9001 certified since 2002, ISO 14001 certified 2020–2025, and listed in the German pre-qualification register (AVPQ) since 2023.

Voss AG generates revenue through project-based professional services and customized retainers delivered via direct B2B sales and founder-led field outreach across Bavaria and Upper Bavaria. Customers span SMEs and enterprises across energy (TenneT, Verbund Grenzkraftwerke), cable manufacturing (Gutmann Kabel), automotive glass, social/childcare, education, and furniture sectors. Pricing is opaque and project-specific; the BAFA-subsidized crisis management package is set at €3,700 per engagement with up to 73% subsidy available, reducing effective customer cost to roughly €1,000. Acquisition channels rely on regional business associations, founder media presence (BR Lebenslinien documentary, Wikipedia profile, Antenne Bayern radio campaign), and corporate sponsorships (EHC Red Bull München Starter Sphere).

Name

Voss

Legal name

Voss Beteiligungs Aktiengesellschaft

Website

https://voss-ag.de

Company type

Private

Founded year

2000

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Voss AG is a privately held Bavarian holding company operating consulting (integrated ISO management systems, risk, crisis, corporate development), real estate development (multi-generational housing), and subsidiary participations. It serves SMEs and select enterprises across Bavaria through direct, founder-led B2B advisory services delivered via its 2024 subsidiary Voß Beratungs GmbH.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Management Consulting Services

NAICS

Management Consulting Services (54161), Administrative Management and General Management Consulting Services (541611)

SIC

Services-Management Consulting Services (8742)

akta.pro primary industry

EHS Management Systems & ISO Consulting (ISO 14001/45001) (BPAHAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industry

Strategy & Corporate Development Consulting (BPAHACAA)

Keywords

• Management consulting services
• ISO certification consulting
• Risk management advisory
• Crisis management consulting
• Corporate development advisory

Headquarters

HQ city

Taufkirchen

HQ country

Germany

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Management System Consulting: Professional consulting services for the implementation, integration, and certification of management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 50001, 45001, EFQM). Services include internal and external audits, process audits, and management review facilitation.
2. Corporate Development Advisory: Includes visions and goal planning, entrepreneur coaching, and personal development consulting. Revenue generated through project-based and retainer-style engagements.
3. Specialized Advisory Services: Data protection consulting, occupational health and safety, fire protection, hygiene concept development, and energy efficiency advisory — typically billed as individual projects or modules.
4. Voß Beratungs GmbH (Subsidiary): The former consulting division was spun off into Voß Beratungs GmbH (100% subsidiary) in 2024 to handle the expanded consulting portfolio, continuing service delivery under the same team.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Voss AG provides business consulting services focused on integrated management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 50001, 45001), risk and opportunity management, crisis management (BAFA-listed), corporate development (vision/goal planning, coaching, personnel development), and corporate support (occupational health, fire protection, data protection, workplace safety). The consulting portfolio is delivered through Voß Beratungs GmbH, a 100% subsidiary established in 2024, serving mid-market and enterprise clients primarily in Bavaria, Germany. The company also operates a real estate development division focused on multi-generational housing projects and a participations/holding division managing six group companies.

Product overview

Voss AG is a diversified holding company operating three main business divisions: Immobilienentwicklung (Real Estate Development), Beratung (Consulting), and Beteiligungen (Participations/Holding). The consulting services are primarily delivered through Voß Beratungs GmbH, a 100% subsidiary established in 2024. The consulting portfolio includes corporate support services (occupational health, fire protection, data protection, workplace safety), management systems consulting (ISO 9001, 14001, 50001, 45001 standards), risk and crisis management, strategic planning (vision and goal planning), and personnel development (employee surveys, coaching). The real estate division focuses on multi-generational housing projects, while participations manage various subsidiary companies.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Unternehmensunterstützung (Corporate Support) Provides operational support services including occupational health (Betriebsärztliche Betreuung), fire protection (Brandschutz), data protection (Datenschutz), and workplace safety (Arbeitsschutz) consulting for companies.
• Managementsysteme (Management Systems Consulting) Consulting for implementing integrated management systems including quality (ISO 9001), environmental (ISO 14001), energy (ISO 50001), and occupational health & safety (ISO 45001) standards, including EFQM business excellence model advisory.
• Risiko- und Chancenmanagement (Risk and Opportunity Management) Systematic identification, analysis, evaluation, and prioritization of risks and opportunities with implementation and effectiveness verification for organizations.
• Krisenmanagement (Crisis Management) Crisis support services including analysis, action recommendations, and implementation support with BAFA-listed pricing at EUR 3,700 (up to 73% BAFA subsidy available, reducing effective customer cost to approximately EUR 1,000).
• Visions- und Zielplanung (Vision and Goal Planning) Strategic planning service defining company vision, mission, objectives, and guiding principles for internal and external communication.
• Unternehmensentwicklung (Corporate Development) Includes business coaching (Unternehmercoaching), personnel development (Personalentwicklung), employee surveys (Mitarbeiterbefragung), and strategic planning services for business owners and executives.
• Voß Beratungs GmbH (Consulting Subsidiary) 100% subsidiary of Voss AG providing comprehensive consulting services including management systems, risk management, crisis management, corporate development, and personnel development to mid-market and enterprise clients.
• Immobilienentwicklung (Real Estate Development) Real estate development division focusing on multi-generational housing projects, including the 'DAHOAM im INNTAL' project in Brannenburg planned to accommodate approximately 1,000 people.

Quantifiable outcome

• BAFA subsidy of up to 73% of crisis management consulting costs (up to 2,700 EUR of 3,700 EUR fixed price)
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers12 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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App detail

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered minor and core.

• EHC Red Bull MünchenminorGTM or Marketing Partner · 12 July 2024Voss AG became a member of the Starter Sphere of EHC Red Bull München, the German ice hockey club and multiple-time German champion (2016, 2017, 2018, 2023). The partnership provides brand visibility through arena presence in the SAP Garden and access to the club's network of corporate members.
• Wirtschaftlicher Verband der Stadt und des Landkreises Rosenheim e.V.minorGTM or Marketing PartnerVoss AG joined the Wirtschaftlicher Verband (Business Association) of the city and district of Rosenheim in late 2023. The association connects regional businesses and provides networking opportunities. Voss AG was featured in the Q4/2023 quarterly newsletter.
• Gewerbeverband RosenheimminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember of the Rosenheim Trade Association, providing networking and business development opportunities within the regional business community.
• Gründerzentrum Stellwerk 18 RosenheimminorGTM or Marketing PartnerMember of the Gründerzentrum (startup center) Stellwerk 18 in Rosenheim, indicating support for startup ecosystem and entrepreneurship in the region.
• Voß Beratungs GmbHcoreOthersVoß Beratungs GmbH is a 100% subsidiary of Voss AG, spun off from the consulting division in 2024 due to growing demand. It continues service delivery with the same team and project-experienced consultants, while Voss AG concentrates on holding/administrative functions.
• Neuberger Schreinerei GmbHcoreOthersSubsidiary within the Voss AG group, operating in carpentry and manufacturing. Featured in Voss AG's annual review and Christmas celebration.
• Neuberger Parkett und Fußbodentechnik GmbHcoreOthersSubsidiary within the Voss AG group, specializing in parquet and flooring. Also a consulting client of Voss AG.
• Johann Bernhart GmbHcoreOthersSubsidiary company within the Voss AG group.
• InnZeit GmbH & Co. KGcoreOthersRupert Voß is Managing Director of InnZeit GmbH & Co. KG, which is developing the 'Dahoam im Inntal' multi-generational housing project in Brannenburg, Bavaria. This entity is closely associated with Voss AG's real estate development activities.
• Verein 'hand in'coreOthersNonprofit organization founded by Rupert Voß for socially disadvantaged youth. In 2003, it launched the 'Work and Box Company' project together with the City of Munich, Munich District, and European Social Fund. Rupert Voß continues to be involved in this organization.
• Rupert-Voß-StiftungminorOthersThe Rupert Voß Foundation, founded by Rupert Voß, focuses on youth support and social welfare, complementing the work of the 'hand in' association.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Regional players

• Quality Austria: Quality Austria is an Austrian certification and training body serving DACH-region clients with ISO system consulting. Comparable to Voss AG on methodology and customer profile, but geographically focused on Austria rather than Bavaria.

Direct peers

• Q-Centric GmbH: Q-Centric is a German EFQM- and ISO-specialized management consulting firm focused on quality, environmental, and occupational health management systems. It is a close comparable to Voss AG's integrated management systems practice in scope and customer profile.
• Heuermann Management Consulting: Heuermann is a smaller German management consulting firm offering ISO 9001/14001/45001 consulting and BAFA-listed energy audits. It competes head-to-head with Voss AG in the same niche and benefits from similar BAFA subsidy mechanics.
• Datenschutz Nord GmbH: Datenschutz Nord is a German data protection consulting firm offering external data protection officer services. Voss AG explicitly offers data protection consulting (Datenschutzbeauftragter) as part of its corporate support portfolio, making this a direct competitor for that specific service line.
• EQM Beratungsgesellschaft mbH: EQM is a German consultancy specializing in integrated management systems, EFQM, and ISO certification support for mid-market firms. Voss AG and EQM compete for the same Mittelstand clients seeking ISO consulting in Bavaria and southern Germany.

Others

• EFQM (European Foundation for Quality Management): EFQM is the European body that owns the Business Excellence framework which Voss AG consults on and is itself organized by. Rather than a competitor, it is the standards body whose methodology enables Voss AG's consulting offerings and certifications.

Broad incumbents

• DQS Holding GmbH: DQS is one of the world's leading certification bodies for ISO management systems, headquartered in Germany. It competes directly with Voss AG for ISO 9001/14001/45001 certification projects but at significantly larger scale and global reach.
• Staufen AG: Staufen is a German operational excellence and management consulting firm with Lean/EFQM practices focused on Mittelstand transformation. While broader in scope, it competes with Voss AG's process optimization and corporate development offerings for German enterprise clients.
• TÜV SÜD Management Service GmbH: TÜV SÜD is a large German certification and management systems consultancy offering ISO 9001/14001/45001/50001 auditing and consulting across all industries. Voss AG competes in the same management-systems consulting space, but TÜV SÜD operates at national/international scale with a much broader service portfolio.
• DEKRA Certification GmbH: DEKRA is a major German testing, inspection, and certification body that provides ISO management system audits and consulting. Voss AG regularly delivers training through DEKRA examinations (per WBS Training AG reference), positioning DEKRA as both a partner and a much larger competitor in the certification space.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/watch?v=j-lwRN9dI9M
• Facebookfacebook.com/VOSS-AG-337498096659467
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/voss-ag

Compliance6 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles12 records

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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