Christian Lechner

Christian Lechner is a Full Professor of Entrepreneurship at Luiss Business School & University and serves as Associate Dean of Research. With extensive experience in entrepreneurship education, research, and startup advisory, he has designed and led programs across Germany, France, and Italy, directly contributing to over 100 startups. He co-founded the TBSeeds incubator at Toulouse Business School and collaborates with accelerators and policymakers to advance entrepreneurial ecosystems.

Research Interests:

• Entrepreneurship and startup growth
• Innovation ecosystem development
• Policy advisory for entrepreneurial frameworks
• Business venturing strategies

Collaborations & Activities:

• Developed entrepreneurship programs in multiple European countries
• Consulting Editor for the International Small Business Journal
• Published in top journals like Journal of Business Venturing and Entrepreneurship Theory & Practice