HIDA Lecture
Speaker: Stephanie Birkner, University of Applied Sciences Bremerhaven
Date: 20.09., 09:00 am
Title: Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
This keynote sets the central theme and foundation for the workshop on “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs.” Prof. Dr. Stephanie Birkner will offer valuable insights into the complex landscape of female entrepreneurship, debunking prevalent myths and examining the critical factors that influence women’s entrepreneurial journeys. By drawing parallels between research cycles and startup creation, the discussion will illuminate the iterative and dynamic processes that underpin successful entrepreneurial ventures.
Emphasizing the diversity of entrepreneurial thinking and actions, this talk will demonstrate how varied approaches contribute to a robust and innovative entrepreneurial ecosystem. Participants will discover and harness their innovative potential, understanding that entrepreneurial success is not a one-size-fits-all model but a personalized journey of creativity, resilience, and strategic action. This keynote aims to inspire and equip female entrepreneurs with the insights and tools necessary to navigate and thrive in the entrepreneurial world.
Please note: If you are a registered participant of the "Empowering Women Entrepreneurs" workshop at the Helmholtz Summer School, there is no need to register again.
Stephanie Birkner
Stephanie Birkner has been Professor for Entrepreneurship Education at Bremerhaven University of Applied Sciences since February 2023. Before she was Junior Professor for Female Entrepreneurship at the Carl von Ossietzky University Oldenburg since October 2014. Her focus is on the development of concepts to support female founders, whose challenges in the start-up process often differ from those of their male counterparts.
