Regensburg, Hamburg, [Feb. 04th, 2025] – Nexis, a leading provider of Identity Governance & Analytics (IGA) and Governance, Risk & Compliance (GRC) solutions, is entering a new era. Dr. Heiko Klarl has been appointed as CEO and will lead the management team alongside COO Dr. Michael Kunz. Heiko succeeds founder Dr. Ludwig Fuchs, who, after 15 years at the helm of Nexis, will shift his focus more toward his family.
Ludwig will remain closely connected to the company. As Strategic Advisor and shareholder, he will continue to actively support shaping Nexis’ product strategy and drive innovation.

“After more than 15 years, this is the right time to pass the leadership into new hands. I am proud of what we have built together and look forward to continuing to support Nexis with great dedication, focusing on our products and their strategic evolution. With Heiko, we have gained a strong leader who will guide Nexis into its next phase of growth,” says Ludwig.
Heiko Klarl: An IAM Visionary Takes the Lead
Dr. Heiko Klarl, a recognized expert and visionary in the field, is taking over the leadership of Nexis. With 20 years of experience in Identity & Access Management (IAM), Heiko has played a pivotal role in shaping the industry. As Chief Marketing and Sales Officer at iC Consult, he was instrumental in building and optimizing sales and marketing structures, as well as driving international expansion. His deep industry expertise, strategic foresight, and ability to foster sustainable growth make Heiko the ideal person to lead Nexis into an ambitious future.
“I am honored to take on the role of CEO at Nexis. This company stands for innovation, quality, and customer-centricity. Together with Michael and our dedicated team, we will unlock Nexis’ full potential and take the company to the next level,” says Heiko.

Michael Kunz: A Strong Leadership Team for the Future
Dr. Michael Kunz adds:

“With Heiko, we are strengthening our Nexis leadership team with an exceptional leader whose extensive industry expertise and strategic vision perfectly align with our ambitions. I look forward to working closely with Heiko to further accelerate Nexis’ growth. At the same time, I am excited that Ludwig will continue to drive innovation with us.”
Future Strategy: Nexis on the Path to Continued Success
Under its new leadership, Nexis aims to further solidify its position as a leading vendor in IGA and GRC. The company’s focus will be on expanding innovative product solutions, accelerating international growth, and simplifying business-critical processes for customers.
The entire Nexis team extends its heartfelt thanks to Ludwig for his exceptional leadership and visionary contributions and warmly welcomes Heiko to his new role.