Dr. Andreas Ziltener started his academic career at the University of St. Gallen. Since 2007 he is professor of entrepreneurship and innovation at the University of Applied Sciences of the Grisons and active as a start-up expert. He is also a senior researcher at the Swiss Institute for Entrepreneurship SIFE, where he conducts research not only in the field of entrepreneurship & innovation but also in the area of AI and robotics. He authored more than 40 publications …
As co-founder of several startups, he was able to learn the practical side of entrepreneurship and innovation.
He has four children and lives at Lake Constance in Switzerland, where he also regularly plays bass in two jazz ensembles.
At StudioAlpha, Andreas Ziltener, also known as Professor Andy, is a seasoned entrepreneur and startup mentor since the 90ties. With over two decades of experience in the startup world, he brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the accelerator program. In addition to his role as a mentor and advisor to the startups, Professor Andy is responsible for building the network into the founder ecosystem. He works closely with startups to identify potential partners and collaborators, connecting them with the resources they need to grow and succeed. With his deep knowledge of the startup ecosystem and his extensive network of contacts, Professor Andy is able to provide startups with a unique advantage as they work to build successful businesses. His passion for entrepreneurship and his commitment to supporting the next generation of startups make him an invaluable member of the StudioAlpha team.
