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Our partnership with Circus Knie

Since 2022, we have been a partner of Circus Knie, which has fascinated audiences with its unique mix of traditional and modern circus art for over two centuries. As one of the oldest circus dynasties in Europe, Circus Knie delights audiences of all ages year after year and always creates great anticipation. We are very pleased to be part of this impressive tradition as a supporting partner.

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We are proud of our valuable partnership, which is based on mutual respect and trust, and look forward to many more inspiring moments we can experience together.

Family business and succession planning

Circus Knie is currently run by the seventh generation of the Knie family and is in the process of passing the management of the company to the eighth generation. The success of Circus Knie in succession planning is due to the considerable time they dedicate to this topic. Over the years, we continuously plan, structure tasks, and delegate responsibilities based on individual strengths. Discover what additional steps should be considered when planning succession.

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Flash Talk Ivan Knie

His full attention is devoted to his protégés, the horses of Circus Knie. Ivan Knie's work with the horses is characterized by a great deal of empathy, the cornerstone that makes his performances in the arena seem so effortless. In addition, Ivan Knie is also responsible for setting up and dismantling the stables and transporting the horses, and he is increasingly taking on representative tasks. Ivan Knie is the eldest son of Géraldine Knie. He has been in the circus arena since he was five years old. In our Flash Talk, he talks about what it's like to be born into a family dynasty.

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Succession planning

Circus Knie is currently run by the seventh generation and is in the process of passing the management of the company to the eighth generation. The success of Circus Knie in succession planning is due to the considerable time they dedicate to this topic. Over the years, we continuously plan, structure tasks, and delegate responsibilities based on individual strengths. Discover what additional steps should be considered when planning succession.