New Appointments to the Scientific Advisory Board

On 1 January 2026, the Scientific Advisory Board of HSBA began its work with a new line-up. The Scientific Advisory Board is an independent panel of experts that advises the university on the strategic development and direction of its research activities. The new members were appointed by the university management for a term of three years.

Portraits Wissenschaftlicher Beirat der HSBA
Members of the Board: (top) Dr Klinkforth, Prof Dr Henseler, Prof Dr Schnittka, (bottom) Prof Dr Scholz, Prof Dr Jastram

The Advisory Board's tasks include supporting the university in quality assurance and the further development of research. This includes advising on the definition of long-term research goals and promoting cooperation with research institutions.

The Scientific Advisory Board is chaired by Prof. Dr. Sarah Jastram, Vice-President for Research. The board is composed of representatives from science and industry who support the university with their recognised expertise and many years of experience.

Members of the Scientific Advisory Board:

  • Prof Dr ir Jörg Henseler, Chair of Product-Market Relations, University of Twente
  • Prof Dr Sarah Jastram, HSBA Vice President for Research and International Affairs
  • Dr Kristina Klinkforth, Managing Director of Funk Consulting GmbH & Head of the Funk Academy
  • Prof Dr habil Oliver Schnittka, Professor of Marketing & Branding, University of Southern Denmark
  • Prof Dr Peter Scholz, Professor of Sustainable Finance and Controlling, Hanover University of Applied Sciences and Arts

We would like to express our sincere thanks to Dr Björn Castan (Research for Future GmbH), Prof. Dr Dennis Ahrholdt (HSBA) and Prof. Dr Sönke Hartmann (HSBA) for their commitment and valuable support on the Scientific Advisory Board over the past years.

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