Bio

As Innovation & Community Lead at the Social Impact Award, Stefanie Beßler leads (social innovation) consulting projects and builds up the international alumni community in 20 countries. Previously, as coordinator of the Social Impact Award in Austria, she accompanied more than 100 aspiring social entrepreneurs in founding their social enterprise for three years.
During her international business studies at the ESB Business School in Germany and interdisciplinary master studies in Austria, as well as research stays in Colombia and Brazil, she developed a strong interest in the interface of social innovation and sustainable development.

As a mentor and impact coach for the Vienna Business Agency, aws First, Austrian Startups, and SENA among others, she advises founders on impact analysis, impact strategies, and social & sustainable business models.