HENSOLDT Hosts Munich Business School Female Leadership Lounge to Promote Women in Technology and Leadership

HENSOLDT Hosts Munich Business School Female Leadership Lounge to Promote Women in Technology and Leadership

(IN BRIEF) HENSOLDT hosted Munich Business School’s Female Leadership Lounge at its Taufkirchen facility, bringing students and professionals together with company leadership to discuss careers, leadership development, and diversity in the technology sector. Senior executives including CFO Christian Ladurner and Kathrin Dannenmeier presented the company’s development, leadership culture, and diversity initiatives, including the empowerHER women’s network. Moderated by Supervisory Board member Hiltrud Werner, the event highlighted the importance of role models and cooperation between academia and industry. Held ahead of International Women’s Day, the meeting emphasized the growing role of women in technology and the value of initiatives that promote leadership and networking opportunities.

(PRESS RELEASE) TAUFKIRCHEN, 27-Feb-2026 — /EuropaWire/ — HENSOLDT hosted members of Munich Business School’s Female Leadership Lounge at its Taufkirchen site, offering participants insight into the operations of an international technology company and providing an opportunity for direct dialogue with senior leadership. The event, led by Dr. Christine Menges and Prof. Dr. Patricia Kraft, focused on leadership development, diversity in technology-driven industries, and closer cooperation between academia and business.

Chief Financial Officer Christian Ladurner welcomed the group and outlined the company’s development from its origins as a carve-out to its current position as an MDAX-listed technology company. He highlighted the importance of innovation, entrepreneurial initiative, and teamwork in shaping HENSOLDT’s growth and emphasized the significance of engagement between industry and academic networks aimed at encouraging more women to pursue careers in technology and leadership roles.

Kathrin Dannenmeier, Head of Product Services Radar/IFF, provided an overview of HENSOLDT’s core principles and corporate culture. Her presentation focused on leadership values such as responsibility, trust, and collaboration, illustrating how these principles guide teamwork and decision-making across the organization. The discussions highlighted the importance of visible role models and practical insights into leadership careers within technology-focused companies.

The visit also showcased HENSOLDT’s structured approach to promoting diversity and equal opportunities. Initiatives such as the internal empowerHER network support female employees through networking opportunities and professional development, demonstrating the company’s long-term commitment to strengthening diversity across its workforce.

Hiltrud Werner, a member of HENSOLDT’s Supervisory Board, contributed opening remarks, moderated the question-and-answer session, and concluded the event with a summary of key themes. The exchange between participants and company representatives provided an opportunity to explore career opportunities and the evolving role of women in the technology and defence sectors.

With International Women’s Day approaching on 8 March, the event highlighted the importance of initiatives that foster visibility, networking, and leadership development for women. The visit underscored the value of collaboration between academic institutions and industry while demonstrating the growing importance of diversity and female leadership in technology and security-related fields.

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Nora Urban
Public Relations Manager
Sustainability & Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
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SOURCE: HENSOLDT