Prof. Dr. Thomas Maidorfer
Dr. Thomas Maidorfer is a Professor of Strategy & Leadership at Tomorrow University, specializing in Sustainability, Innovation, and Leadership. With a dual focus on academia and practice, he blends strategic management expertise with hands-on experience as Managing Partner at Aeiphoria Capital GmbH, a private equity firm investing in industry, mobility, and biotech. His academic contributions and leadership roles in the private sector position him uniquely to bridge theoretical frameworks with real-world applications. Dr. Maidorfer empowers learners to master strategic thinking, leadership, and decision-making in an increasingly complex global business environment.
Previously worked for:
Vienna Strategy HUB GmbH, PREMAI Immobilien GmbH, Aeiphoria Capital, Wiener Strategieforum, Vienna University of Economics and Business, UniCredit, BMW Brilliance Automotive, Deutsche Bank
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List of Papers
Hoffmann, Werner H., Maidorfer, Thomas, Rödler, Friedrich. 2018. Aufsichtsratsevaluierung anders gemacht. Aufsichtsrat aktuell. 5/18 7-9.
Maidorfer, Thomas, Hoffmann, Werner H.. 2015. Unternehmensaufsicht und ihre Wirksamkeit. Aufsichtsrat aktuell (2): 9-11.
Hoffmann, Werner H., Kalss, Susanne, Klampfl, Christoph, Maidorfer, Thomas. 2012. Corporate Governance und Unternehmensperformance. Zeitschrift für Corporate Governance (3): 101-106.
Hoffmann, Werner H., Kalss, Susanne, Klampfl, Christoph, Maidorfer, Thomas. 2011. Stand der Unternehmensaufsicht in Österreich. Aufsichtsrat aktuell (2): 5-11.
Maidorfer, Thomas, Hoffmann, Werner H.. 2013. Effectiveness of Supervisory Boards: 5 Crucial Factors. Working Papers / Institute for Strategic Management, 01/2013. WU Vienna University of Economics and Business, Vienna.
Book Chapters
Maidorfer, Thomas. 2015. Wirkungsfaktoren der Unternehmensaufsicht. Saarbrücken: SVH - Südwestdeutscher Verlag für Hochschulschriften.
Dömötör, Rudolf, Maidorfer, Thomas. 2017. Startup Guide Vienna
Research
Dr. Maidorfer conducts research in corporate strategy with a focus on supervisory boards, corporate governance, and broader aspects of strategy. He also explores the critical role of ownership competencies in driving organizational success. His insights enhance our understanding of effective strategic management practices and contribute to advancing the field of business administration.
Memberships
•Academy of Management Member 2012-2014
•Strategic Management Society Member 2012-2015
•European Forum Alpbach Member 2010-2023 (Scholarship Holder 2010, 2011, 2012)
•Co-Founder Österreichischer Aufsichtsratstag www.aufsichtsratstag.at
•Co-Founder and Managing Director Wiener Strategieforum www.strategieforum.at
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