Together, the four ikp locations stand for tailor-made PR consulting for each client.
Our Team
40 heads for spot-on communication
Our teams in four offices across Austria have extensive expertise in a wide range of communication disciplines and have successfully implemented numerous PR projects throughout Austria and internationally in the last 30+ years. Vienna, Graz, Salzburg, Dornbirn. Whether by geography or expertise – one of our locations is the right hub for your comms acitivities! And for those who can’t decide: We also work across locations.
Isabella Baur
PR & Communication
As a broadly-based communications specialist, Isabella is always open to new ideas and enjoys working on complex projects at ikp.
Education
Isabella studied Journalism and Communication Studies as well as Cultural and Social Anthropology at the University of Vienna. After graduating, she spent four years as a consultant at a PR agency in Vienna specialising on IT and technology companies before moving back to Vorarlberg.
Know-how
Isabella joined ikp Vorarlberg in 2019. In addition to traditional media relations, her work focuses on crisis communications, litigation PR and sustainability communications. She also has extensive experience working with industry and advocacy groups. “Bella” tackles the hottest topics with flair, and has a knack for asking the right questions at the right time.
Elizabeth Boyewa
Office Management
At her front desk, Lisi is the interface between staff, clients and agency guests. She has the office firmly under control and is the heart of our agency thanks to her sense for people.
Education
The office administrator and qualified event manager provides experience as a team leader in the telecommunication industry and has been part of the ikp team for more than 15 years.
Know-how
Well versed in organisational and technical matters, Elizabeth supports the team in all aspects of daily business. The scope of her work ranges from reporting, database and purchasing management to internal events. And she is the friendly face that welcomes our guests.
Martin Dechant
Executive team
Martin is a communications professional and networker through and through. With his easy-going approach, he finds the right solution for every problem and the best creative idea for each campaign.
Education
Martin joined ikp Vorarlberg in 2001 and completed the internationally-acclaimed PR-Dual degree course in Heidelberg while continuing to work. Just four years later, he joined the ikp executive team. Martin has been managing partner of ikp Vorarlberg GmbH since the start of 2009.
Know-how
As an experienced communications professional, Martin has a reliable knack for finding the right strategy, regardless of the problem or topic. A certified crisis communicator, Martin guides clients through business challenges with ease. He also has an open door for his employees at all times – and in so doing, provides the foundations for the team spirit that makes ikp so special.
Eva Deschler-Einwaller
PR & Communication
A funky all-rounder, Eva supports clients in almost every area, and develops ikp as a brand in internal task forces.
Education
After spending several years at a law firm, Eva moved to the communications industry in 2008. She completed a diploma as a Commercial and Marketing Assistant at Dornbirn Business Institute (WIFI Dornbirn). Eva has been working for ikp since 2010; she has also been teaching at WIFI Dornbirn since 2017 and has been a certified apprenticeship examiner on the examination committee since 2020.
Know-how
Whether it is a mature, cross-media media plan, a perfectly tailored campaign, well thought-out strategic consulting or the full service: Eva always gives her best to everyone, providing customised communication solutions. And the native of Lustenau also goes full throttle in her workshops.
Katharina Enderle
Social Media Management
Katharina, also known as our social media queen, is the creative wonder weapon in the Vorarlberg team of ikp and has considerable know-how in the digital world.
Education
Katharina graduated from the St. Josef Institute for Business Careers in Feldkirch. She joined our Vorarlberg team as an apprentice in the autumn of 2016, and in the spring of 2019, graduated as a Social Media Manager from her part-time studies at the Vienna Business Academy.
Know-how
As a social media expert, Katharina is our go-to person for everything surrounding Meta, TikTok and so forth. She knows all about almost every trend – and as head of Digi-Cobra, our digital unit, she shares her knowledge at the ikp social media workshops. Katharina is also ahead of the game when it comes to influencer marketing and always makes sure that our campaigns reach a wide audience.
Eva Fesel
Senior Consultant
The expert for furnishing, interior design and the building industry knows how to communicate complex topics understandably. Eva is not only at home in B2B communication but also constantly realises exciting B2C ideas.
Education
In her daily tasks, the graduate of the specialised course in business advertising benefits from her decades of experience on the corporate side. There she worked as a product manager as well as advertising and PR manager in the domestic branded goods and construction industry.
Know-how
Eva specialises in the area of building.living.life. As a team leader, she consults international corporations as well as local SMEs or associations. In addition to strategy and classic public relations, Eva focuses on corporate publishing and video. Internally, she is responsible for New Business at ikp.
Benjamin Fischer
Consultant
His sense of linguistic subtleties is one of Ben's greatest assets, along with his organisational talent. Even when deadlines pile up, the communications professional stays cool.
Education
The graduate in communication and political science has gained international work experience in Europe, North & South America and the Middle East at the UN as well as in the federal administration, the media industry and the private sector. He has been part of the ikp Vienna team since 2022.
Know-how
Ben’s work focuses on inclusive and foreign language communication. He also has expertise in efficient planning and implementation of effective PR activities as well as in copywriting. Internally, Benjamin is part of the ikp editorial team and writes about PR trends – he also heads up our DEI team.
Beatrice Gesswagner
Office Management & Accounting
Bea not only manages our office with a lot of heart and expertise - as the person in charge of accounting she also knows where every ikp-cent is at the moment. Furthermore, she is the first point of contact for staff needs and heads up our "people business".
Education
After graduating from the Vienna Commercial Academy with a focus on management, the number-savvy Viennese gained several years of experience in office management, as well as in marketing for an international group and in accounting. She has been part of the ikp team since 2017.
Know-how
Accounting, dunning, taxes, insurance policies and bank communication: numbers are a focal point in Beatrice’s daily work. She is also responsible for ikp recruiting and ensures a smooth working life for her colleagues in the HR department – from travel expense accounting to holiday applications.
Daniela Gissing
Senior Consultant
Daniela has always been at home in PR. In addition to her project management, crisis communication and writing skills, she also has many other talents. With her clients, she always keeps an overview in the colorful jungle of topics.
Education
Daniela is a certified PR Quality Manager and thus contributes to the further professionalisation of our QM systems. She holds a Master’s degree in Media and Communication Consulting and previously studied Marketing & Sales. After her first professional experiences in the media sector, the Viennese has been with ikp since 2015.
Know-how
The communications expert looks after clients from the health, retail, tourism and telecommunications sectors. As a team leader, she focuses primarily on strategy, crisis communication and media relations. Internally, Daniela is editor-in-chief of the magazine PRspektiven and responsible for ikp’s social media presence.
Marion Hepberger
PR & Communication
With industry expert Marion, our clients benefit from communication with sensitivity. Whether it is a joyful “Ciao Bella”, an astonished “Oh làlà” or an enthusiastic “Tell me” – Marion, who hails from Hörbranz, Liechtenstein, radiates international charm in the office.
Education
Comparative literature in Innsbruck and Italian studies in Rome – her enthusiasm for languages and Italy has made her career path something of a cinch. As a copywriter, concept developer and editor, Marion spent time working in Isny and Schwarzach before joining ikp in 2016.
Know-how
Both we and our clients benefit from Marion’s superb knowledge of communications. She knows the media landscape like no other, plays every composition on the piano of PR, and gets to the heart of every issue. Marion’s sensitive touch works wonders in HR and PR campaigns, magazines, books and concepts.
Dominic Hoferer
Online-Marketing | Visualization
Dominic is knowledgeable: popular social media channels, latest trends, everything about football – the passions of our media specialist are diverse. And he is always ready to share his knowledge.
Education
After graduating from HAK Bregenz, specializing in Media Design, Dominic began his apprenticeship as a Media Specialist at ikp in the fall of 2020 – which he was able to complete with excellent success. His multifaceted education helps him to cover various areas in the agency. The focus is on online marketing and content production. As a result, he is also a member of the ‘Digi-Cobra’, our digital unit.
Know-how
Whether it’s about online marketing & social media, the graphic design of our content, or creating animations – Dominic impresses with passion and skill. The whole team has long benefited from his extensive know-how in the IT field: Helpful and patient, he has solved many a problem in a straightforward and rapid manner.
Peter Hörschinger
Managing Partner
The more complex and complicated the better - those are Peter's favorite projects: Crises, official procedures, communication in lobbying environments and citizen participation processes make his heart beat faster.
Education
Peter studied communication & political science as well as history on PHD level, carried out numerous research projects, lectured at various universities, trained as a mediator and worked voluntarily on the PRVA board for many years.
Know-how
As Senior Counsel, Peter brings his many years of experience to client work wherever it is needed – especially, of course, on his favorite topics of crises, public authorities & politics. Internally, Peter is responsible for finance and controlling.
Susanne Hudelist
Managing Partner
Acute crises and awareness campaigns in the healthcare and financial sectors are Susanne's hobbyhorses. As are interpreting and translating „unwieldy“ topics or complicated studies in an understandable way - from pulmonary hypertension therapies to IPO indices.
Education
The Viennese holds a Master’s degree in German and English language and literature and for a while also studied law. She completed trainings in IR, financial communication, CSR management and leadership. In an honorary capacity, she was on the board of the PRVA, PR Ethics Council and the Austrian PR Quality Sachet for some six years. She has been with ikp since 2005.
Know-how
As Managing Partner, Susanne is responsible for “Internal Processes” at ikp: HR, Leadership, Corporate Culture and Ethics & Quality of Work. In client work, she heads the Healthcare and Finance & Services units. As Senior Counsel, the Viennese specialises in strategic consulting, crisis communication and stakeholder management.
Ifeoma Moira Ikea
Trainee
Whether it’s text, image, video or chit-chat – Ifeoma truly loves all aspects of communication! She joined the team as a trainee in March 2024 and is excited about every new challenge.
Education
Ifeoma has been making detours into PR since her time in school. By now, she is studying Journalism and Public Relations at FH Joanneum in Graz. After gaining her first experiences in many university projects and part-time-jobs in the social media sector, she is now a trainee at ikp.
Know-how
Ifeoma’s tasks are diverse. She diligently writes press releases for our customers and supports the social media team. She does so building on her experience as a social media manager as well as on her knowledge of the start-up and journalism sectors. She’s always fully motivated, takes notes eagerly and drinks a lot of tea in the process.
Samuel Inwinkl
Junior Consultant
As a digital nerd, Samuel is always on the lookout for the latest tools and technologies for PR work.
Education
Samuel graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communication Science in 2020 and decided to continue with a Master’s degree in Salzburg. In addition, he is also pursuing a Bachelor’s degree in Digitalization-Innovation-Society and joined ikp Salzburg in September 2022.
Know-how
As a native of East Tyrol, he gained his first experience as an employee at a regional weekly newspaper. At ikp, he works in the content management team and implements social media campaigns. Other tasks include editing texts and working in project management.
Sandra Kurzeiter
Office Management
She is the face to the friendly voice on the phone in Salzburg.
Education
Tourism and marketing course in Klessheim, many years of experience in organization and administration as well as seminar and event organization.
Know-how
In addition to organizational tasks, Sandra handles any pile of documents, no matter how large, with enviable ease. In addition, Sandra always ensures a pleasant reception and keeps an eye on all appointments and deadlines.
Brigitte Lassacher
Accounting
If there is an accounting or tax problem, Brigitte is always the right person to talk to.
Education
After attending the commercial academy and passing the accountant’s exam, Brigitte gained first professional experiences at a tax consultant and later deepened her knowledge as accountant of various companies. Since 1993 she has been responsible for the accounting department of ikp Salzburg. From 2006 to 2021 she also managed the accounting department of ikp Vienna.
Know-how
Brigitte is responsible for the entire accounting – from the rough balance sheet to the payroll accounting to the payment runs and the dunning process. In addition, she is also very happy to assist with all tax issues and questions regarding proper bookkeeping with advice and patience.
Nadine Lehner
Junior Consultant
You’re in dire need of a text for Instagram, Facebook, a website or a daily newspaper? Our Nadine always finds the right words! If not written, then spoken: on trips with her friends, on journeys around the world or on walks with her dog through beautiful Lower Austria.
Education
Nadien has gained her Bachelor’s degree in Marketing & Communication at the University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten in 2023. There, the communication enthusiast was specialising in public relations and event management. During her part-time job as an assistant at the University and various internships, Nadine also gained a lot of experience in writing for a wide range of channels and topics.
Know-how
The Lower Austrian actively supports the ikp team by writing various texts as well as in project management and research for all industries. She also proved her skills by managing the social media channels for multiple clients.
Markus Mayrhuber
Senior Consultant
With a keen sense of design, aesthetics and humor, the "early bird" is an asset to any project.
Education
After training as a graphic designer, Markus completed a master’s degree in journalism and communication science at the University of Salzburg. He has been working in the field of advertising, marketing and PR for 25 years (in agencies as well as on the corporate side as a press officer, marketing and brand manager).
Know-how
The native Upper Austrian has a lot of experience in the field of B2C and B2B communication. His professional past is of great help to him when it comes to strategic customer consulting. As a senior consultant for various industries, he has specialized in marketing communications, design and brand development, corporate publishing and content marketing.
Wanda Mikulec-Schwarz
PR & Communication
Experienced communications expert Wanda is our “wonder weapon” when it comes to thinking through the most complex projects right down to the last detail.
Education
Wanda graduated from the Vienna University of Economics and Business (WU Wien) and trained in Heidelberg as a PR consultant with certification from the German Public Relations Association. She also has training as a life and social counsellor and as an academic mental coach.
Know-how
From social enterprises to leading industrial companies, Wanda’s expertise impresses clients from a wide range of industries. A strategy specialist, she unerringly puts concepts down on paper and creates exciting corporate publishing projects. Her expertise in crisis communications and traditional PR round off her portfolio.
Sabine Moll
Senior Consultant
Experience meets curiosity – Sabine loves unusual projects and developing new PR strategies. She is passionate about wording, storytelling, corporate publishing, market research & studies for PR purposes.
Education
Sabine graduated in mass media and communication studies as well as theatre studies at the University of Vienna and finished the postgraduate MASPR university course in public relations. After her first professional experience in the PR agency sector, the native Styrian has been with ikp since 2006.
Know-how
Sabine consults clients in the consumer brands and healthcare sector. As a member of the “foodie” species, she also contributes her know-how to projects in the areas of nutrition, lifestyle and gastronomy and has already accompanied several cookbook projects. Internally, she coordinates the media relations of ikp and is responsible for innovation.
Teresa Melissa Pichler
Consultant
From Graz to Vienna and back: After more than four years at ikp Vienna in the Museumsquartier, Teresa was drawn back to Styria, where the Graz branch of ikp was opened under her supervision in 2022.
Education
After her first steps in magazine journalism during her Journalism & PR studies at the FH Joanneum University of Applied Sciences, Teresa took the path to PR. She started at a social media agency in Graz, since 2018 she works at ikp Vienna. As a volunteer, she was a member of the PRVA Newcomers management team for some years.
Know-how
From classic media relations such as press releases and advertorials to social media and influencer relations – Teresa works at the Vienna and Graz offices primarily for clients from the healthcare, finance and retail sectors. Internally, the winner of the Austrian Young PR Award 2020 is responsible for the social media channels of ikp.
Julia Riepl
Office Management
Julia knows pretty much all of our clients and contacts. She coordinates and organises enquiries and concerns relating to media monitoring, ikp events and other requests. She supports our clients in a sympathetic, competent and calm manner.
Education
Julia is a certified commercial and marketing assistant and apprentice trainer. With her refreshing laugh, she always puts the ikp team in a good mood and makes sure that our company runs smoothly.
Know-how
Julia, who is a mother of three, has been working at ikp since October 2011, and is responsible for the back office and the media monitoring in particular. She also organises our ikp events, such as the cutting of the Christmas tree and the ikp updates. Other agencies might call her a “feel-good manager”. We call her Julia, though, because she is both unique and original.
Julia Ruff
Consultant
Advertorials, press releases, studies – whether technical topics or lifestyle news, no issue is too difficult to be transformed into crisp, interesting texts by our copywriting expert.
Education
After a brief detour into the real estate industry, Julia was drawn to communications – after completing her bachelor’s degree in corporate communication at the FHWien der WKW, she took her first PR steps at ikp and found her professional home.
Know-how
Julia primarily consults companies from the IT & tech and consumer brands sector. The organisational all-rounder supports her clients with classic media relations, influencer campaigns, press events and corporate publishing. Internally, she is responsible for the ikp blog and newsletter.
Ines Schmied-Binderlehner
Senior Consultant
As a textually confident and crisis-tested communications expert, Ines is the number one contact person for technology and energy topics. Tricky B2B questions make her really shine.
Education
The communication scientist and trained social media & SEO manager has been working in PR for more than 20 years – in agencies, as a press officer in the NGO sector as well as on the corporate side. As a Certified Sustainability Communications Expert, she is the internal point of contact for all questions relating to sustainability guidelines and corporate reporting requirements. She joined ikp in the 2000s, and after an interlude on the client side for some years, Ines has been back at ikp since 2017.
Know-how
Ines advises clients from the IT, industry, energy and public sector. As a team leader with many years of experience, her focus is on strategic consulting and crisis communication. For her clients, she plays the entire PR keyboard across all channels. Internally, she is responsible for the blog as well as the web and digital business relations of ikp.
Felicitas Siegl-Linhart
Visualisation & Graphic Design
Decades of experience, a trained eye and her keen sense of creative design make Felicitas the first point of contact at ikp when it comes to visualisation and design.
Education
After her graduation from the Vienna School of Art, Felicitas started as a graphic designer and art director. She has since worked both independently and in various positions in Viennese advertising and PR agencies. Her creative repertoire ranges from A for artwork to V for videos.
Know-how
Felicitas passionately realises graphic and design projects for print and online or assists with visual details in media campaigns and concepts. She designs new CIs, creates logos, advertisements, magazines, newspapers, brochures, infographics, product catalogues and fulfils all graphic wishes of our clients.
Manmohani Singh (on maternity leave)
PR-Assistentin
Manmohani has creative texts and ideas up her sleeve and always keeps track of trends in communication. When she's not banging away at the keys, she's a true sports enthusiast.
Education
In addition to her bachelor’s degree in mass media and communication studies at the University of Vienna, Manmohani has gained numerous experiences in various areas of the media industry and has 10 years of market research expertise. She has been working at ikp since 2022.
Know-how
The main tasks of the native Viennese lie in writing and reporting. Manmohani supports the client teams in the creation of press releases, web and social media texts, as well as in research tasks regarding event organisation and project management.
Nadine Sinzinger
Junior Consultant
Whether it's content production, press releases or project management - as a communications all-rounder, Nadine supports the Salzburg team with her open-minded approach to daily PR tasks.
Education
Nadine completed her Bachelor’s degree in Communication Science at the University of Salzburg with a thesis on crisis PR. So far, she gained professional experience in the agency sector, mainly with social media marketing and video production. Nadine has been with ikp Salzburg since August 2022.
Know-how
Nadine’s main tasks include the writing and editing of texts as well as content design for different channels, research and project management. In addition, she collaborates on resident and dialogue projects. Nadine also supports the team in various campaigns and organizational tasks.
Anna Steinlechner
Junior Consultant
The native Tyrolean is an all-round-talent – with her strong organisational skills she ensures smooth project management and also works on text and graphics.
Education
Anna is a trained media designer and started her professional career in an advertising agency in Innsbruck. In 2017, she moved to Vienna to study mass media and communication, where she also gained experience in political communication. She has been working at ikp since 2022.
Know-how
Anna supports the client teams in the creation and distribution of various types of texts, as well as in research activities and client consulting. She displays her drive and know-how primarily in the areas of industry & energy, branded goods, trade & tourism and building.living.life.
Lea Steurer
Digital Content Creation, PR, Social Media
With her creative streak, the content producer brings more movement into the digital world of images.
Education
Lea graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Sociology and is currently studying for a Master’s degree in Communication Science at the University of Salzburg. Her previous experience was in advertising and PR. She has been supporting ikp Salzburg since July 2021.
Know-how
Her main tasks are in the area of content production. This involves the creation of photos and videos for social media: from storyboarding to shooting and editing. Lea also supports the team with campaigns, editorial, content management and research.
Bernhard Tschann
Agency director / PR & Communication
As agency director and calming influence, Bernhard has an open door for any questions our team members may have. Thanks to his professional know-how, ingenious flashes of inspiration and factual communication solutions often come from his pen. He is also known for his easy laugh and witticisms.
Education
Bernhard studied for a degree in Business Administration and Political Science in Innsbruck with study visits to England and Thailand. After starting his career in project management, he gained experience in PR and marketing, before joining our team as a consultant in November 2017. In 2021, Bernhard rose to the position of agency director.
Know-how
When it comes to project and infrastructure communication, Bernhard is the right person to talk to. With his understanding of the political contexts and his experience in the private sector, he has tailor-made solutions at the ready for all his clients. Strategic, professional communication, often in a public law context, is his specialty field.
Philip Wamprechtsamer
Consultant
As a communicative all-rounder, Philip combines practical communication consulting skills with academic expertise. Apart from agency life, he lectures communication science to PR professionals of tomorrow at universities.
Education
After graduating from graphics school, Philip studied media and communication consulting at the University of Applied Sciences St. Pölten and communication management at FHWien der WKW. Currently, the aspiring scholar is working on his doctoral thesis at the University of Salzburg, where he studies the management of transparency in PR.
Know-how
As a consultant, Philip has a diverse range of tasks, from classic media relations and strategic communications consulting to digital and crisis PR. In addition to his practical know-how, Philip also likes to incorporate communication science theories and models into his work.
Maria Wedenig
Managing Partner
Trade, commerce, energy, telecoms and more – expertise in communication for various sectors and enthusiasm for ever new topics – many things are interesting, only it shouldn't be boring!
Education
Analytical thinking was already her speciality during her scientific studies and years of work in Graz. Afterwards, the trained speaker and moderator has remained committed to the exciting agency life with over 20 years in Viennese communication agencies until today – at ikp since 2006.
Know-how
Maria heads the Branded Goods & Retail unit and is an expert in advising companies and organisations in industry & energy. Strategy, crisis communication, accompanying construction PR, consumer relations and product PR are her specialities. Internally, she is responsible for Client Service and New Business.
Mick Weinberger
Managing Partnerin
Mick is bursting with ideas and implements them with great attention to detail - that's how she inspires clients. She is also the border collie in the ikp Salzburg team. She is a real team player and is responsible for new business and agency development in the management team.
Education
Communication Science and Educational Science at the Paris-Lodron-University Salzburg. MBA-General Management, SMBS of the Paris-Lodron-University Salzburg. More than 20 years of experience in the PR industry in agencies and in advertising agencies. For more than a decade, she managed corporate communications, marketing and employer branding at SALK-Salzburger Landeskliniken, where she also served as press spokesperson. From this time, Mick brings a lot of practical experience for crisis communication and project management. She has been a managing partner at ikp Salzburg since January 2021.
Know-how
Mick knows both the client and the agency side. The focus is on strategy consulting, awareness, information, and image campaigns, employer branding and content marketing with a social media & press focus. Finance, healthcare, social affairs, industry, construction and energy are her core topics and she is an expert in communicating sustainability issues.
Andreas Windischbauer
Managing Partner
With experience and enthusiasm - for many years he has been the contact person for complex communication tasks at ikp Salzburg.
Education
After studying journalism and communication science as well as political science at the University of Salzburg, he founded the company together with Peter Hörschinger, Alfred Autischer and Elfy Walch, which they then called ikp – Institut für Kommunikations-Planung. Today, Andreas is Managing Partner of ikp Salzburg GmbH and responsible for personnel management and internal processes in the management board.
Know-how
The Upper Austrian is a lecturer at the University of Salzburg in the fields of public relations and content management. As a senior consultant, he enjoys developing campaigns, advising primarily on strategic issues and supporting companies in crisis communication. In his free time, the media aficionado likes to go to the movies and listen to podcasts like “Eine Stunde Film”, “Übermedien” or “Servus.Grüezi.Hallo”.
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Good strategies don’t care who develops them. We are convinced: idiosyncratic minds and independent perspectives enrich every idea, every concept and every PR action.
