Questions & answers
Frequently asked questions.
Honest answers to the questions owners, investors and editors actually ask — including the ones where the honest answer is “not yet”.
Who is Jonas Schmitz?
Jonas Schmitz is an entrepreneur based in Koblenz, Germany, working at the intersection of business, culture and society. His focus is on business succession, regional development and long-term structures. This website states openly what exists today and what is an aim.
What happens to my team if Jonas Schmitz takes over my business?
The team stays the team. People are not a line item: those who have carried the business carry it on, and the business keeps its name. These commitments are written down on the succession page so they can be measured later.
How long does a business handover take?
Months, not weeks. A handover follows five steps — from a first visit at your premises to a calm transition — and the former owner helps set the pace. A no is an accepted outcome at any point.
What does a first conversation cost?
Nothing, and it commits you to nothing. It takes place at your premises, not in an office — and if you prefer, your tax adviser can make the first contact.
Has Jonas Schmitz already completed a takeover?
Not yet — this field is being built right now, and whoever comes now is among the first. That is exactly why the commitments are published in advance: what he wants to be measured against should be written down beforehand.
Where does Jonas Schmitz operate?
From Koblenz, across Rhineland-Palatinate and the neighbouring regions — between the Rhine, the Moselle and the Eifel. For ventures with a genuine fit, beyond that.
How can investors get involved?
Through long-term participations and co-investments alongside operating involvement. Detailed documentation is available on request and always distinguishes clearly between what exists and what is planned. The first step is a direct conversation.
Where can I find press material?
The press section provides biographies in three lengths, cleared quotes, a complete dossier as PDF and a media kit — ready to use without prior request.
How do I reach Jonas Schmitz?
Directly by email at contact@jonas-schmitz.com or through the contact form. Enquiries arrive personally — there is no agency in between.