Dr. Giordano Koch

Dr. Giordano Koch is an experienced innovation leader and educator, currently serving as Podcast Host for The Secret Source of Innovation Community and Managing Director for both HYVE Innovate GmbH and HYVE Innovation Community GmbH, where transformational solutions and end-to-end innovation support are provided. With a strong background in open government and citizen participation, Dr. Koch has held various roles at HYVE Innovate Digital S.L. and previously contributed to academic institutions as a guest lecturer at École des Ponts Business School, SMBS - University of Salzburg Business School, Universität Salzburg, Munich Business School, and Johannes Kepler University. Dr. Koch's academic qualifications include a Doctoral candidacy in Public Management from the University of Hamburg, a Master of Arts in Corporate Management and Economics from Zeppelin University, and extensive research experience in innovation management across several esteemed universities. Research interests focus on open innovation and co-creation in both public and private sectors.