Integrative Expert: Dr. Hannah Büttner

As a trained (social) geographer and ethnologist, I consistently prioritize the integration of diverse perspectives, disciplines, scales, horizons, and cultures in my work. With a background as a professional facilitator and systemic consultant, I have dedicated many years to addressing issues related to sustainable development, social transformation, and, increasingly, integrated personal development.

My goal is to leverage my understanding and empathy for the various realities of the world to impartially mediate between perspectives and craft sustainable solutions. I find fulfillment in utilizing both my analytical thinking and intuition to assist individuals in developing social and personal solutions for a promising future.

 

My Extensive Expertise

  • Over two decades of active involvement in sustainable development, spanning teaching, research, consulting, and process design. Engaged in diverse projects at local, national, and international levels across Europe, Africa, and South Asia.
  • More than a decade of specialized skills in consulting, dialogue facilitation, and process design, including moderation for clients in business, society, and politics within a strategy and communications consultancy. Proficient in conceiving and implementing multi-stakeholder processes and dialogues, with demonstrated competence in team and project management.
  • A committed practitioner of yoga, mindfulness, and insight meditation for over 20 years. Grounded in integral theory and practice and trained in holistic personal development and growth.
  • Enriched by extensive travels in India and Africa, summiting high mountains, community farming, immersing in nature, and living life by the Ammersee. Additionally, experienced in community building, embracing new forms of living.
Profil to download (Englisch)

Qualifications

Professional Experience

  • Freelance Consultant, Moderator, Mediator, and Coach; Owner of Integrative Dialogues (since 2015)
  • Ifok GmbH Bensheim/Berlin/Munich: Senior Consultant, Project Manager, and Executive in the field of Environment and Sustainability within a Strategy and Communications Consultancy. Involved in numerous national and international projects and public/private dialogues (2001 – 2015)
  • South Asia Institute of the Karl Ruprecht University of Heidelberg: Lecturer and Research Assistant; Conducted 12 months of field research in East India, engaged in teaching and research activities (1996 – 2000)
  • Short Assignments: ASA Carl Duisberg Gesellschaft – Trainer and Country Tutor for India (1996 – 1997), Deutsche Welle Cologne – South Asia Editorial Office (1994), Landschaftsplanungsbüro Bruns, Freiburg (1994)

Education

  • Doctorate: South Asia Institute of the Karl Ruprecht University of Heidelberg – Doctoral Studies, awarded Dr. phil. Summa cum laude (December 2000)
  • Studies: Albert-Ludwigs-University Freiburg – Studies in (Social) Geography, Ethnology, Geology; Graduated with Magister Artium (July 1996)
  • Vocational Training: Bookshop Reuffel, Koblenz – Commercial Training in Retail Trade; Graduated with IHK Certificate (May 1989)

Qualifications and Further Training

  • Mediation: Certified by Mediation D.A.C.H. e.V. in 2014; Mediation training with Prof. Stephan Breidenbach; Conflict Moderation Training at the Mediationsakademie Berlin
  • Moderation, Project Management, and Leadership: ifok GmbH 2001 – 2010
  • Intercultural Communication: German Foundation for International Development (DSE) 1994
  • Additional Training: Theory U – Training Courses at the Presencing Institute 2013, Process Work with Arnold and Amy Mindell 2012, Non-Violent Communication with Marshall Rosenberg 2008;
  • Mindfulness-Based Practice – Training Certificate from Hans-Harald Niemeyer’s Freiburg Yoga School 1994 to 1996, Mindfulness Training at the Kalapa Academy 2013
  • Practitioner of Neurolinguistic Programming: Heidelberg Academy for Health from 2000 to 2001