Meet Dr. Achim Schmitt, Dean EHL Hospitality Business School Lausanne and Full Professor of Strategic Management. With nearly 25 years of experience in strategy consulting, Achim brings a wealth of knowledge in strategy formulation, corporate turnarounds, and managing challenging business situations. His expertise shines through his successful involvement in the turnaround of 15 companies, and he currently serves as a trusted strategy advisor in Switzerland and Germany.

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Achim’s passion for research has led to publications in prestigious management journals. He actively contributes to the field as a Scientific International Association of Strategic Management (France) member and serves on the Editorial Board at Long Range Planning.

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Throughout his long-standing academic career, Achim has taught and collaborated with esteemed institutions worldwide, including the University of Geneva (Switzerland), Collège des Ingenieurs (CDI) in Paris (France), China Europe International Business School (CEIBS) in Shanghai (China), Columbia Business School in New York (USA), Universidad de los Andes in Bogota (Colombia), and Audencia Business School in Nantes (France).

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Holding a Ph.D. from the University of Geneva and a Habilitation from the University of Paris-Dauphine in France, Achim's dedication to academia is evident. He serves as a Visiting Professor at the University of Geneva, an Associated Researcher at the University of St. Gallen in Switzerland, and an esteemed academic board member at China Europe International Business School (CEIBS). Additionally, he actively participates in two board memberships within the private sector.

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Dr. Achim Schmitt's friendly and approachable demeanour and vast academic and consulting experience make him an invaluable resource and a trusted ally for individuals and organizations seeking strategic guidance and expertise.