The Erlangen-based project developer S&P Commercial Development has announced a significant change in its management board. Effective 1 October 2026, Stephan Meier will be appointed to the management board and will lead the company together with Niklas Kamm. This personnel decision results from Sven Sontowski's choice to focus on his expanded responsibilities as Managing Partner of the Sontowski & Partner Group.
Stephan Meier possesses extensive experience in real estate and project development, spanning more than two decades. His expertise stems from various responsible positions he has held within the Sontowski & Partner Group. He began his professional career with the group 22 years ago with an apprenticeship in property and housing management, followed by a dual study programme at the Deutsche Immobilien Akademie (DIA) in Freiburg. Since the founding of S&P Commercial Development in 2017, he has been part of the leadership team as an authorised signatory. Since 2021, he has also headed the company's project development department and, in this capacity, was responsible for the conception and realisation of numerous projects.
Continuous Development and Strategic Direction
Sven Sontowski, Managing Partner of the Sontowski & Partner Group, stated that with Stephan Meier, a leader has been gained who has shaped S&P Commercial Development since its inception. He emphasised that Mr. Meier has known the company's projects, processes, and partners for many years and possesses an excellent industry network. The leadership duo of Meier and Kamm will complement each other exceptionally, both professionally and personally. Within the new structure, Stephan Meier will be responsible for the overall management of project development, while Niklas Kamm will continue to be responsible for business development, strategy, and financing.
Stephan Meier stated that he looks forward to taking on expanded responsibility as Managing Director. For the coming years, he announced a focus on residential construction, including combinations with basic retail. He noted that excellent market opportunities are evident for these types of use and combinations, and he will contribute his extensive retail expertise. Simultaneously, the Service Development business segment is to be expanded as a further pillar. An experienced team is ready to consistently implement this course and initiate new projects.
Expanded Role for Sven Sontowski
Sven Sontowski, co-founder of S&P Commercial Development in 2017 and active as a Managing Partner since then, will now focus on his expanded entrepreneurial responsibility within the family business Sontowski & Partner. In spring 2026, he acquired shares in the Sontowski & Partner Group and has since also served as a Managing Partner for S&P Holding. He will continue to support S&P Commercial Development as a shareholder with his experience and network. Sven Sontowski expressed confidence that the company is exceptionally well-positioned with the new management board and looks forward to continuing to support it in his new role. The clear division of responsibilities creates a strong foundation for the further development of the group of companies.
