We mourn the loss of our founding partner

Kathrin von Hardenberg

On Sunday, April 27, we lost our founding partner Kathrin von Hardenberg. At the age of 47, she passed away far too soon after a serious illness. We are deeply shaken and overwhelmed with grief at this tremendous loss.

She was instrumental in shaping our company, combining heart and intellect in every strategic decision. She was unmatched in her clarity and conciseness, while also bringing warmth, humour, and deep empathy to every interaction.

Kathrin von Hardenberg was a passionate headhunter who embarked on her career path immediately after completing her international business studies. As early as the early 2000s, she focused her expertise on the Legal and Real Estate sectors. Over the course of more than 20 years, she became one of the most respected executive search consultants in these fields. With the creation of Indigo in 2007, she also became an entrepreneur — a role in which she truly flourished and left her mark. Clients valued her as an honest advisor who always had not only the long-term success of her work in mind, but also the well-being of everyone involved.

She was one of a kind. Her presence, her charisma, her joy for life — in a class of her own. She approached life with curiosity and openness, deeply interested in people, politics, and culture.

A multi-talented woman whose positive energy could move mountains. Intelligent, charming, and witty, she had a rare talent for creating a cheerful atmosphere wherever she went. Social, helpful, and compassionate, she was always there for everyone.

She balanced her career, a family with three children, and a wide circle of friends with apparent ease —no one ever felt left behind. Where she found the strength to do all this will remain her best-kept secret.
We admired her, valued her, and loved her — and we are incredibly grateful for the time we had with her.
Kitti, we will miss you deeply!
Our thoughts are with her family and everyone who was close to her during this difficult time.

Indigo Headhunters