Event: Female Leadership in Family Firms: Preserving Legacy, Shaping the Future

Discover how women are shaping the future of family businesses—without losing sight of what makes them unique. Join us for two inspiring keynote lectures that bring together cutting-edge research and real-world experience.

Event details

Date: 17 March 2026
Time: 14:00 pm
Venue: Sky Lounge (12th floor), Faculty of Business, Economics and Statistics, Oskar Morgenstern Platz 1, 1090 Vienna
Host: Chair of International Business

What to expect

Two keynote lectures blending academic insights with practical perspectives on women’s leadership in family firms
A closer look at how legacy and innovation can go hand in hand
Actionable takeaways for your studies, career plans, and leadership mindset

Who you’ll hear from

Professor Nadine Kammerlander (WHU – Otto Beisheim School of Management, Germany): One of the world’s leading scholars in family business, known for impactful research on governance, succession, and innovation in family firms.
Carmen Lehner (Family Manager, ALPLA): From one of Austria’s most successful family businesses—a third-generation global company with 24,000+ employees and 206 subsidiaries—sharing lived experience from the inside.

Why students should join

Learn how leadership dynamics work in family firms—one of the most influential business forms worldwide
See how theory translates into practice from two top voices in the field
Gain insights useful for theses, interviews, internships, and your future career

Registration

Registration is required via our website.
Registration opens on 23 February 2026.
Capacity is limited; seats are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Participation is optional; however, once registered, attendance is mandatory.

Secure your spot, broaden your perspective, and be part of the conversation on leadership, legacy, and the future of family business.

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