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Our Board of Directors

Steering EPIS - the think tank for foreign and security policy

The EPIS Board of Directors guides EPIS’ strategic direction, bridging academic insights with real-world practice. It ensures that EPIS fosters student engagement in publications, conferences, and direct interaction with practitioners. By doing so, it enables students to gain valuable experience in international security and political affairs while contributing fact-based, neutral analyses to the international debate.

Neuhauser

Sarah

Neuhauser

Board of Directors

Chairman

Himmel

Theodor

Himmel

Board of Directors

The Chairman leads EPIS by setting strategic goals, overseeing organisational growth, and ensuring smooth internal coordination. He represents EPIS Thinktank in external engagements, builds partnerships, and ensures all departments align with EPIS' goals by providint guidance to EPIS Fellows to maintain high-quality output and engagement.

Administration

Hollunder

Johannes

Hollunder

Board of Directors

The EPIS Administration Manager handles the core operational tasks that keep EPIS running efficiently. He manages schedules, internal documentation, correspondence, and logistical support. Additionally the EPIS Administration Manager takes care of financial aspects and EPIS Fellowship management by playing a key role in supporting EPIS Internal and External affairs through structured organisational processes.

Social Media

Zocholl

Mila

Zocholl

Board of Directors

The EPIS Social Media sustains EPIS’ presence on social media platform Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube, Spotify and Soundcloud, ensuring active engagement with the Community. It creates and curates content, announcements, and event promotions. Additionally, it works on branding, visual identity, and outreach strategies to attract a wider audience and potential EPIS Fellows.

External Affairs

Gruber

Julia

Gruber

Board of Directors

The EPIS External Affairs focuses on expanding EPIS’ visibility and reach by managing relationships with external partners, institutions, and experts. It organises events, guest contributions, and informal talks to establish new collaborations. It is also responsible for maintaining public relations and ensuring EPIS is represented at key discussions, conferences, and networking opportunities.

Blog

Langwost

Florentina

Langwost

Board of Directors

A weekly series of short articles (around 500 - 1000 words) presenting an opinionated brief. It covers all sorts of topics related to foreign affairs and security policy. It is designed for quick learning, it simplifies complex concepts for a broad audience, making foundational knowledge accessible to students, professionals, and the wider public.

Media Design

Scherenberger

Cira

Scherenberger

Board of Directors

The EPIS Media Design is responsible for the design and formatting of EPIS' publications, including the EPIS Magazine and EPIS Reports. She ensures visual consistency and readability across all content. Moreover, she works closely with the authors to create professional layouts that enhance the impact of EPIS Thinktank’s written work.

Administration

Kohlhaas

Karla

Kohlhaas

Board of Directors

The EPIS Administration Manager handles the core operational tasks that keep EPIS running efficiently. He manages schedules, internal documentation, correspondence, and logistical support. Additionally the EPIS Administration Manager takes care of financial aspects and EPIS Fellowship management by playing a key role in supporting EPIS Internal and External affairs through structured organisational processes.

Technical Affairs

Strohwald

Leonard

Strohwald

Board of Directors

The EPIS Technical Affairs maintains and updates EPIS’ digital presence. It ensures the website remains a central hub for publications, networking opportunities, and event announcements. It works on optimising content accessibility and presentation, keeping EPIS’s online platforms up to date with relevant information, research outputs, and community engagement features.

Data & Audit

Gerjets

Daniel

Gerjets

Board of Directors

The EPIS Data & Audit ensures EPIS complies with data protection regulations and maintains transparency in its operations. It monitors internal processes, audits data security, and advises on ethical considerations regarding data handling and member privacy. In addition, it plays a critical role in safeguarding organisational integrity.

Delegations

Schmidt

Daniel

Schmidt

Board of Directors

The EPIS Delegations Leader organises and coordinates EPIS Thinktank’s representation at international conferences (BSD, WSF, BSC, MSC), academic forums, and policy discussions. Additionally, he ensures members have access to relevant networking events and fosters partnerships with other organisations. He facilitates the selection and preparation of participants for high-profile EPIS Delegations.

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