Erik E. Lehmann

Prof. Dr. Erik E. Lehmann holds the Chair of Management and Organization at the University of Augsburg's Faculty of Business and Economics. His research focuses on the interplay between globalization and regionalization, emphasizing Spatial Resource Management, Organizational Capital Management, and Corporate Governance. He leads the CISAlpino Institute for Comparative Studies in Europe, exploring regional competitiveness and institutional frameworks.

• Affiliations: Chair of Management & Organization, CISAlpino Institute, Cluster Strategy, Marketing & Management
• Research Themes: Global vs regional resource dynamics, entrepreneurship ecosystems, university policy, and hidden champions' strategies

Lehmann's work interrogates how firms access and leverage regional resources (financial, human capital, knowledge) while navigating global markets. His studies highlight governance challenges in public, family-owned, and entrepreneurial firms. Key contributions include theories on knowledge spillovers in entrepreneurship and the strategic management of places.

Recent publications (2020-2025) emphasize narrative-based entrepreneurship, the role of universities in fostering ecosystems, and comparative studies on regional innovation policies. His work bridges academic theory with practical governance frameworks, influencing policy debates on higher education and economic development.

Collaborations include the Indiana University Summer School program and leadership in interdisciplinary research networks. His lab environments foster cross-disciplinary inquiry into strategic management of regional economies and organizational innovation.