Stephan Hankammer

Stephan Hankammer is a Professor of Sustainable Corporate Management at Alanus University of Arts and Society, where he holds the Chair for Sustainable Management, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship. He is also the co-founder and scientific director of the Institute for Regenerative Economics (REGWI), an affiliated research institute. His academic career includes roles as Junior Professor (2018-2022) and Postdoctoral Researcher at RWTH Aachen University. His research focuses on sustainable innovation, regenerative business models, circular economy, and the dual transformation of digital and sustainable business practices. Key areas include collaboration in value chains, regeneration of ecosystems, and post-growth economic models.

He earned his Ph.D. in Business Administration from RWTH Aachen in 2018, with postgraduate studies at institutions like MINES Saint-Étienne and the University of St. Gallen. His work emphasizes frameworks for sustainable degrowth, co-creation in innovation, and leveraging digital tools (e.g., blockchain) for transparency and circular practices. He has presented globally at venues like the Academy of Management and Impact Festival, advocating for regenerative business practices.

Hankammer serves on editorial boards (e.g., International Journal of Sustainable Design) and is a member of professional networks like the Academy of Management and SCORAI. His recent projects explore Industry 4.0 sustainability, post-growth business models, and co-opetition strategies for circular economies.