Anabel Ternès's biography
- Expert and consultant on sustainability and innovation
- Acclaimed futurist and author with over 450 publications
- Founder of multiple impact-driven companies
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès is a sustainability and innovation expert who combines academic rigor with entrepreneurial vision to help organizations navigate complex global challenges.
As CEO of multiple forward-thinking ventures including Sustain Plus GmbH and the SRH Institute for Sustainability Management & Innovation, Anabel serves as President of the Club of Budapest Germany while holding a professorship in Communication Management. Her expertise has earned recognition from HypoVereinsbank as "one of the outstanding managers" and Forbes as "Superwoman."
Anabel helps organizations transform sustainability challenges into competitive advantages through evidence-based methodologies. Her work enables businesses to anticipate market shifts, implement resilient strategies, and develop authentic leadership practices that resonate with increasingly conscious consumers and employees.
Audiences gain practical tools for embedding sustainability into organizational DNA, strategies for leveraging technological innovation to address environmental challenges, and methods for authentic leadership that drive meaningful change. Her presentations blend cutting-edge research with real-world applications.
Book Anabel for transformative insights that will position your organization at the forefront of sustainable business practice and innovation leadership.
Anabel's showreel and videos
Topics, sessions and talks
How Authentic Belonging Strengthens Organisations
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg discusses the importance of fostering a culture of belonging, emphasizing that psychological safety and genuine team cohesion are essential for long-term employee retention. She highlights how purpose-driven leadership serves as a magnet for attracting and retaining top talent by aligning with the organization's mission. Attendees will learn effective strategies to create an inclusive workplace that enhances employee engagement and loyalty, ultimately driving organizational success.
The Future Mindset For Navigating A Transforming World
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg will discuss shaping the future through cognitive shifts and resilience. She will explore how mental agility, creativity, and resilience serve as future-proof superpowers for crisis preparedness. Dr. Anabel will emphasize that adaptability is our greatest competitive edge, highlighting the importance of a mindshift over inertia. Additionally, she will address the integration of digital transformation with purpose and sustainability for legacy-fit futures. Attendees will learn strategies to enhance their adaptability and resilience in an evolving landscape.
How AI, Deep Tech & VR Are Redefining Our Future
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg will discuss disruptive tech trends that are reshaping business and society. She will explore strategic opportunity mapping, highlighting how organizations can leverage emerging technologies for future-proofing. Additionally, Dr. Anabel will address the importance of digital ethics and stewardship, emphasizing the need for conscious governance in technology. Attendees will gain insights into navigating these innovations and learn how to strategically position their organizations in an evolving digital landscape.
Sustainable Success Through Self-Leadership
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg emphasizes the importance of self-leadership as a core competency for exemplary leaders, highlighting that mastering self-governance is essential for effective leadership. She discusses the concept of energy architecture for performance, illustrating how nutrition, movement, and mindfulness contribute to achieving peak performance. Attendees will learn practical strategies to enhance their self-leadership skills and optimize their energy for improved productivity and effectiveness in their personal and professional lives.
Sustainability As A Corporate Gamechanger
Prof. Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg will discuss the strategic importance of digital decluttering for data waste reduction and resource efficiency. She will highlight how effective ESG reporting fosters transparency, building trust and providing a competitive edge. Additionally, Anabel will explore the significance of operationalizing genuine sustainability, moving beyond greenwashing to achieve dual returns. Attendees will learn actionable strategies to enhance resource efficiency, improve ESG practices, and implement authentic sustainability initiatives in their organizations.
Why we recommend booking Anabel
Dr. Anabel Ternès von Hattburg, sustainability innovator and Forbes-recognized "Superwoman," transforms organizational challenges into competitive advantages through her unique blend of academic expertise and entrepreneurial vision. Book this transformative speaker to position your organization at the forefront of sustainable business practice and gain practical tools for embedding sustainability into your company's DNA.
Her keynote, presented entirely without notes, was like a journey, filled with numerous moments of insight and self-discovery. The clarity and structure of her talk, combined with her ability to connect deeply with the audience, ensured that her messages resonated far beyond the day itself, as confirmed by the consistently positive feedback and numerous responses we received afterwards.
Florian Beißwanger
Head of Communications, Klimaschutz-Unternehmen e. V.
It was a pleasure collaborating with Anabel Ternès von Hattburg during her insightful radio interview about leadership, crisis management, and my book "Management in Times of War". Her thoughtful questions and professional approach made the conversation impactful. Anabel’s vision and ability to connect ideas and people are truly inspiring. Highly recommend working with her!
Kostiantyn Koshelenko
Former Deputy Minister of Ukraine
With her opening keynote at our congress at Landgut Stober, she set a decisive tone that resonated throughout the conversations and discussions of the following two days, shaping them in meaningful ways.
Ellen Uloth
Founder, Sin|Power|Success Congress
