WE OFFER AN INDEPENDENT SECOND OPINION

We know and understand the market, act as translators and amplify the capabilities of financial service providers seeking independent and practice-based advice. Decades of experience, a broad expertise and a strong network enable us to deliver valuable external perspectives. We sharpen decision-making and accompany initiatives all the way through to the implementation – especially where standard solutions and AI-assisted self-diagnosis reach their limits. Direct, straightforward and solution-oriented.

 

MARKET KNOWLEDGE

We know both sides of the market—not merely as observers, but as active players. With decades of experience both nationally and across Europe in sales, product analysis and development, as well as marketing and communication, we operate in multiple environments.

INDEPENDENCE

Our view on your strategies, products, and markets is unbiased—and therefore truly valuable. Whether it’s optimizing budgets, sharpening brand positioning, or expanding reach, we tell you what we genuinely think.

NETWORK & COVERAGE

With the support of DRESCHER & CIE AG, we are connected to a network of more than 18,000 financial service providers, professional investors, media, academia, regulators and policymakers. We know how the market operates—who matters, how decisions are made, and where opportunities emerge.

Vision

WHAT DRIVES US

The financial services industry is undergoing a permanent transformation – driven by regulation, technology and evolving distribution realities. In this environment, decision-makers will benefit from an independent, experienced, market-orientated and honest second opinion. An external perspective helps reduce costs and risks, uncovers blind spots and tests existing assumptions – while revealing new opportunities. That is exactly where we come in.

OUR SERVICES

Individual. Pragmatic. Tailored to your needs.

Strategic Positioning

Product Analysis, Development & Storytelling

Client & Market Feedback

Sales Strategy Optimisation

Marketing Initiatives

Resource & Process Optimisation

Event & Communication Formats

Specific Topics – Pension Reform, Regional Access & More

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John Korter

CEO | 2ND OPINION CONSULT AG

„More than 30 years in international financial markets and asset management shape how I think and advise. From my early days in foreign exchange trading at Société Générale, through senior sales roles at Carmignac and ETHENEA, to building LFDE’s (La Financière de l‘Echiquier) European market presence — I bring firsthand experience of the challenges faced daily by asset managers, insurers, and distribution organisations across sales, marketing, regulation, operations, and international business development.

At 2ND OPINION, I support our clients with an independent perspective and the ambition not to tell them what they want to hear—but what truly moves them forward. In doing so, I also draw on the resources, expertise, and established network of Drescher & Cie.“

 

korter@secondopconsult.com

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