Kurt Matzler

Kurt Matzler is a distinguished professor of Strategic Management at the University of Innsbruck, Austria, noted for his exceptional contributions to academia and consulting.

He serves as the academic director of the Executive MBA program at MCI in Innsbruck and is a partner at IMP, a renowned international consulting firm recognized as a hidden champion in disruption consulting in Germany.

With a prolific career, Kurt has authored over 300 academic papers and various books, including the German edition of the 'Innovator's Dilemma,' lauded by the Economist as one of the six most important management books.

He co-authored the acclaimed books 'Digital Disruption' (2016) and 'Open Strategy' (MIT Press, 2021), showcasing his expertise in modern business concepts.

Kurt Matzler's impact on research is profound, evident by his remarkable 23,000+ citations on Google Scholar, ranking him among the top 20 strategy researchers in Europe and the top 50 globally.

Beyond his professional pursuits, Kurt is a fervent cyclist and a dedicated member of the Race Across America, completing the challenging event multiple times to raise over USD 3,000,000 in donations for Polio eradication.

A product of academic excellence, Kurt studied at Leopold-Franzens Universität Innsbruck, laying the foundation for his illustrious career in academia and consulting.

His tenure as a professor spans various esteemed institutions, including the University of Innsbruck, Free University of Bozen - Bolzano, Johannes Kepler Universität Linz, and Universität Klagenfurt.

Additionally, Kurt has previously served as a partner at Innovative Management Partner (IMP) and held a professorial position at MCI Management Center Innsbruck - The Entrepreneurial School®.