Stephanie Czerny studied political science and communications at the Ludwig Maximillian University in Munich. Furthermore she earned a degree in journalism from the German School of Journalism. She started her career as a researcher in international maritime law for the Science and Politics Foundation (Institute for International Affairs).

In 1995 she joined the Hubert Burda Media group and held several executive posts in new media activities. In 1998 she moved over to the office of Dr. Hubert Burda, assuming the position of corporate strategy director. In 2004 she became Managing Director of Hubert Burda Media Marketing & Communications GmbH.

Mrs Czerny, as co-founder of the DLD conference (www.dld-conference.com), focuses on developing branding and communication initiatives.

In addition to that she holds various executive positions in cultural and environmental organizations.