Patrick Peters

Prof. Dr. Patrick Peters is a Professor of PR, Communication, and Digital Media at Allensbach University, serving as Vice-Rector for Research and Teaching Material Development. He holds a doctoral degree in German literature from the University of Wuppertal and an MBA in general management. His research focuses on communication in family businesses, leadership ethics, impact investing, and sustainability.

Education: Studied German, English, and American literature at Duisburg and Essen Universities. Completed additional certifications in leadership, quality management, and media didactics. Trained as a business journalist.

Research interests include business ethics, digital communication strategies, corporate succession planning, and the intersection of communication with organizational governance. He advises firms in finance, real estate, and professional services on strategic communication and impact investing.

Publications span academic journals and edited volumes, with a focus on interdisciplinary economic research and communication theory. He co-edits the Zeitschrift für Interdisziplinäre Ökonomische Forschung and contributes to scientific publications on trust management and corporate security.

Engaged as a supervisory board member and consultant, he emphasizes ethical leadership and sustainable business practices. His recent work explores purpose-driven economies and the application of classical ethical frameworks to modern business challenges.