Patrick Renz

Patrick Renz is a Professor at the Department of Economics and a Lecturer at the Lucerne School of Computer Science and Information Technology at Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts (HSLU). He holds a Lic. oec. from the University of Zurich and a Dr. oec. from the University of St. Gallen (HSG). His professional activities include serving as a member of the Management Board responsible for Continuing Education, Research, and DL at FHNW, as well as leadership roles in various organizations such as National Director of migratio (Swiss Bishops' Conference) and founder of Governance Technology AG. His research focuses on governance models in nonprofit organizations, subsidiary governance, and ethical leadership.

Key research areas include Subsidiary Governance, Nonprofit Management, and Integrity Management. He has authored/co-authored influential publications like "Integrität im Managementalltag" (2023) and "Niederlassungen führen" (2012). His work emphasizes holistic governance frameworks for social organizations and improving leadership effectiveness in nonprofit sectors.

Renz has held academic roles across universities in Switzerland and internationally, including guest lectureships and executive education programs. He is actively involved in organizations like Alliance Sud and the Fastenopfer Foundation. His professional competencies span leadership development, ethical management, and strategic governance in both corporate and nonprofit contexts.