Werner Süss

Prof. Dr. Werner Süss is an Honorary Professor at the Institute for Communication and Media Studies, University of Leipzig, since October 2010. He previously served as a lecturer at the same institute from 2002. His career spans legal academia and the energy industry, with roles in corporate communications and public relations.

Education:

• Studied law at Ludwig Maximilian University in Munich
• Doctorate at Ludwig Maximilian University (1991)

Research Interests:
Corporate branding, strategic communication, and legal history intersect with his academic and professional work in commodity industries. His expertise bridges legal frameworks and marketing dynamics in corporate communication.

Industry Experience:

• Head of Executive Board's Office (1992)
• Head of Public Relations at Bayernwerk AG (1998)
• Head of Corporate Communications at E.ON Energie
• Managing Director and Chairman of Vattenfall Europe Sales (2002–2012)