Julian Kirchherr

Julian Kirchherr is a highly experienced professional with a focus on sustainable business practices and the circular economy. Currently serving as a Partner at McKinsey & Company since March 2018, Julian has held various roles within the firm, including Associate Partner and Engagement Manager, showcasing a strong career in management consulting. In academia, Julian holds positions as Principal Investigator in Circular Economy and Assistant Professor of Sustainable Business and Innovation at Utrecht University, as well as Associate Professor of Circular Economy at Roskilde University. Julian's prior experience includes roles at ZEIT ONLINE, Roland Berger, Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH, and UN Environment, contributing to a robust background in policy and international collaboration. With a comprehensive educational foundation, Julian holds a Ph.D. from the University of Oxford, an MPP from the National University of Singapore, an MPA from The London School of Economics and Political Science, a BS in Economics from the University of Twente, and a BA in Political Science from the University of Münster.