Heiko Roehl

Heiko Roehl is an Adjunct Professor at the Institute for Environmental Social Sciences, Albert-Ludwigs-Universität Freiburg since 2011, specializing in Organizational Development and Change Management. He concurrently serves as CEO of Kessel&Kessel GmbH. His academic career includes roles as a Researcher at Daimler-Benz AG (1996–1999) and leadership in international development programs for GIZ/GTZ in South Africa (2002–2006).

Education: PhD in State Theory and Global Governance from Universität Bielefeld (1996–1999), focusing on knowledge organization frameworks. Earlier studies include research at Technical University Chemnitz-Zwickau and Freie Universität Berlin.

Research interests center on organizational change, knowledge management, and strategic tools for social transformation. Key themes include conflict management in change processes, trust-building in organizations, and innovative work models. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical applications in corporate, governmental, and non-profit sectors.

Articles highlight trends in authentic leadership, dynamic competency models, and organizational resilience. Recent publications (2021–2017) emphasize addressing 'fake change' dynamics, trust in transformations, and rethinking work-life balance. Earlier work (2000s) focused on knowledge organization in automotive industries and HIV/AIDS fund management in South Africa.

No scientific awards listed. Advising/grants: No specific mentions of formal advising roles or grant leadership. Professional contributions include executive training and consulting for international organizations.