Prof. Dr. Anne Gfrerer
External Lecturer
In 2023, Prof. Dr. Anne Gfrerer joined the IU Internationale Hochschule as Professor of Business Information Systems, while simultaneously lecturing on Innovation and Sustainability at the University of Innsbruck. Driven by her motto "empower – connect – innovate," Anne supports organizations in digital and sustainable transformation, bringing to the table over two decades of corporate experience, including ten years at the top management level within the financial industry—HypoVereinsbank and UniCredit Bank AG—and service as a member of the supervisory board at Raiffeisen-Landesbank Tirol.
Under the patronage of Rector Veronika Sexl, Anne curates the Digital Leadership Club at the University of Innsbruck, fostering active dialogue and cooperation between academia and the business community. She is a sought-after speaker at economic conferences and technology events, and leverages her expertise as a mentor for UnternehmerTUM’s XPRENEURS Incubator, nurturing entrepreneurial talent in high-tech sectors.
Anne’s research focuses on leadership, agility and hybrid leadership models, innovation, technology, and sustainability. Through her scholarly and professional engagements, she consistently advances the understanding and practice of digital transformation, innovation, and sustainable leadership.