Matthias Kleinhempel

Matthias Kleinhempel is a full-time Professor of Business Policy at IAE Business School and its Center for Governance and Transparency in Argentina. He teaches in the MBA and Executive Education programs while also maintaining an active consulting practice through Kleinhempel & Partners, a firm he founded and leads as managing partner.

His academic affiliations include:

• Full-time Professor at IAE Business School
• Faculty member at the Center for Governance and Transparency
• Former President of the IAE Alumni Association

Professor Kleinhempel's research focuses on corporate governance, compliance, and the strategy and organization of international companies in Latin America. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical business applications, particularly examining how multinational corporations navigate the complex regulatory and business landscapes of Latin American markets. His publications demonstrate a clear trend toward examining compliance in evolving contexts, including the impact of artificial intelligence on ethical business practices, changing global trade regulations, and the importance of transparency in sustainable business models.

Professor Kleinhempel's professional achievements include:

• Authoring numerous articles, technical notes, case studies, books, and book chapters
• Organizing and contributing to the IAE Annual Compliance Conference
• Providing expert commentary on business ethics and governance issues

With his dual background in law and business, Professor Kleinhempel brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to his teaching and research. His extensive executive experience at Siemens, where he held multiple CEO and CFO positions across Latin America, provides valuable real-world context to his academic work. He has advised numerous organizations on governance and compliance matters and continues to shape business education through his work at IAE Business School.

Professor Kleinhempel leads the Center for Governance and Transparency at IAE Business School, which serves as a hub for research, education, and dialogue on corporate governance, compliance, and transparency issues, particularly as they relate to the Latin American business context.