Thuong Ngo
Ngo PhD Candidate Thuong is from Vietnam, and she begins her PhD studies at Kühne Logistics University (KLU) in June 2025, under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jan Becker and Prof. Dr. Christian Barrot.
Tom Stroink
Tom Stroink PhD Candidate Tom Stroink began his PhD studies at Kühne Logistics University in 2025 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Kai Hoberg. His research focuses on the strategic [...] Holding GmbH as an industry partner. Before starting his doctoral studies, Tom completed his Master of Science in Global Logistics and Supply Chain Management at Kühne Logistics University, with a
Alumna Fiona Liddell: From Golf Greens to Global Controlling – Fiona’s Path from KLU to Beiersdorf HQ
series. Here, our alumni tell us more about their way after their studies at KLU – and how their time here influenced their future paths. This month, we’re proud to highlight the journey of Fiona Liddell [...] to start this new chapter. I am grateful for my friend, who was studying at KLU, who recommended to study there, too. The friendships I made at KLU are truly lifelong. Many of my closest friends in Hamburg [...] felt genuinely supported, especially by Professor Himme , who supervised my Master’s thesis. He recognized my prior experience but still challenged and encouraged me to grow. We also started our studies
Shizhuo Sun
program at Kühne Logistics University in December 2024 under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Jörn Meissner and Prof. Dr. Arne Heinold. His research focuses on the Machine Learning Algorithms in Logistics Operations. He studied Industrial Engineering as an undergraduate at Nanjing Institute of Technology (NJIT) and graduated with the first place in his
Hassan Montazeri
chains, with a focus on addressing drug shortages. Under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Andreas K. Gernert and Prof. Dr. Marianne Jahre, Hassan is dedicated to developing innovative solutions that enhance [...] . These capabilities were further refined during his master's studies in Industrial Engineering, where he developed a mathematical model to tackle a complex optimization problem, demonstrating his
Uncovering Parallels in Humanitarian and Trafficking Supply Chains to Disrupt Exploitation
threat or use of force or coercion, abduction, fraud, deception, abuse of power or vulnerability, or payments to obtain consent of a person controlling another, for the purpose of exploitation. Exploitation [...] University, an anti-trafficking supply chain expert, we conducted a study to better understand the links between humanitarian operations and anti-trafficking supply chains and to promote cross-learning
Understanding the Value of Reshoring: Customer Perspectives on Local Manufacturing
. In doing so, our research fills a significant gap in existing studies by examining how customers value products based on their origin. To understand customer preferences, we employed a choice-based [...] CBC in a Laboratory Setting. We follow up with a laboratory-based study where participants make real purchases. This approach ensures that our data reflects both stated and revealed preferences, minimizing [...] . Candidate Robin started his Ph.D. at KLU in 2021 under the supervision of Prof. Kai Hoberg and Prof. Johannes Meuer. His research focuses on the circular economy and includes analyzing the potentials
Tuong-Vi Sophie Quach
and Social Sciences at the University of Vienna under the supervision of Prof. Dr. Nikolaus Franke. Her research strives to advance our understanding of how to govern user innovations that are freely [...] projects for the Otto Group; part-time during her undergraduate studies, during which she received the "Otto Group scholarship", including two internships and financial support, as well as full-time in between her undergraduate and graduate studies. Moreover, she gained experience as a workshop instructor for Austrian National Bank (OeNb) and the Vienna Business Agency, as an
Dr. Felix Anton Sklenarz Receives KLU Best Dissertation Award
measurable and transparent.” In the course of three independent studies, Dr. Sklenarz addressed the topic of strategic decision-making for marketing in disruptive times. In the first, he questioned the [...] of profitability that would be expected on the basis of previous studies conducted in classic sectors. In his second project, he identified financial market value as the essential KPI for marketing . To [...] value these qualities and remain loyal to the brand. All three studies are currently being reviewed by prominent journals. In addition, they have been honored with this year’s Research Prize, awarded
KLU Students Ranked Among Germany’s Top Business Students
Ranked among the top ten percent of his class at KLU , when not studying, he regularly takes part in the students’ corporate consulting organization advisupply, the students’ club “UniKonnect,” or in [...] as recognition for all the hard work you have to put into your studies, extracurricular commitments, and gathering work experience at the same time,” he says. “My studies at KLU have given me a number [...] who contribute their talents to KLU and, in the course of their studies, hone them,” he says. “For Vera and Robert, my hope is that they will ultimately find positions in which they can optimally use
