Business model innovation
Open innovation
Business Model Innovation
Open Innovation
Innovation Patterns
Innovation Strategy
Technology Management
Harvard Business School (2016)
Stanford University, Center for Design Research (2012)
University of Berkeley, Haas School of Business (2007)
Schindler, Head of R&D Technology Management (1994-2002)
I am teaching in the fields of Business Innovation, Business Model Design, Innovation Management, Platform Economy, Technology Management, R&D Management, Management on all levels from Bachelor, Master, MBA, PhD, Executive MBA to selected open and custom inhouse seminars.
Nominated for the Student Teaching Award of the University of St.Gallen.
Memberships in several academic, economic and political boards
2021: Most cited scientist in ‘R&D Management’ (Google Scholar)
2020: Impact Award of University of St.Gallen
2017: Group of most influential economists in Germany (research, F.A.Z.)
2015: Citation of Excellence Award der Emerald Group
2014: Scholarly Impact Award by Journal of Management
2014: Top Researcher worldwide by IAMOT (Washington, USA)
2013: Rigor & Relevance Award in Business Innovation (HSG)
2011: Scientific Impact Award in Business Innovation (HSG)
2009: Top Researcher worldwide by IAMOT (Orlando, USA)
2009: Rigor & Relevance Award in Business Innovation (HSG)
1998: RADMA Award (Manchester, U.K.)
BGW AG: www.bgw-sg.com
BMI-Lab AG: www.bmilab.com
Avatarion Technology AG: www.avatarion.ch
For a record on keynotes and invited talks please contact ursula.elsaesser-gaehwiler@unisg.ch.
California Management Review
Creativity & Innovation Management
International Journal of Entrepreneurship & Innovation Management
R&D Management
Sekretariat: Ursula Elsässer