Konstanze Frischen

Konstanze Frischen is a highly experienced leader with a rich background in social entrepreneurship, digital innovation, and organizational growth. Currently serving as Managing Director at The Aspen Institute, Frischen focuses on empowering communities through responsible innovation in emerging technologies and strengthening democracy. Previous roles include Global Leader for Tech & Humanity at Ashoka, where Frischen managed a portfolio across over 30 countries, and revitalizing Ashoka's North American operations, which involved significant growth and strategic development. Frischen has contributed to Forbes as a writer, advising UNHCR on innovation strategies, and holding board positions in various organizations including GLS Bank and DialogMuseum GmbH. Frischen's academic credentials include an MSc in Social Anthropology from The London School of Economics and Political Science and additional studies in politics and ethnology at prominent universities.