Ernst helps his clients to rethink the way they look at commodities: moving from a static to a holistic, dynamic optimization view. Clients seek him out for his expertise and experience in optimizing value chains and understanding commodity trading markets.

It's important for Ernst to help his clients develop a more effective, and, more importantly, a more enjoyable way of working. He's changed the way they think about their business and activities and has taken genuine pride in breaking up silos and restructuring organizations to create a more pleasant work experience for everyone

Ernst is based in Oliver Wyman's Frankfurt and Moscow offices. He leads the European Oil and Gas Downstream team; next to this he has a focus on Trading and Risk projects. And, as an enthusiastic snowboarder, he knows a lot about taking risks.