Schöncke appointed as the new head economist at INSM
New Chief Economist at Initiative Neue Soziale Marktwirtschaft (INSM): Stefan Schoencke
Starting January 1, 2025, Stefan Schoencke will assume the role of Chief Economist at the Initiative Neue Soziale Marktwirtschaft (INSM). Schoencke brings a strong background in economic research and policy analysis to the position.
Schoencke's expertise lies in economic policy, labor markets, and social market economy principles. He has extensive experience in research related to Germany’s social market economy and has contributed to public debates on economic policy, emphasizing market-oriented reforms and sustainable economic growth.
Before joining INSM, Schoencke worked as a senior economist and researcher, and he previously served as an economic policy advisor in the Bundestag office of Carsten Linnemann for six years. He also currently works as a Senior Consultant at Kienbaum.
Schoencke's academic journey began with a bachelor's degree in both economics and German studies, which he earned in Lille and Münster. He later completed a master's degree in economics. His doctoral thesis, completed under the guidance of Professor Dr. Martin Werding, focused on retirement behavior. Schoencke earned his doctorate "summa cum laude."
Dr. Patricia von Matuschka, who has been the INSM's Chief Economist, will focus on her scientific work and habilitation starting in January. She will remain with the INSM as an external consultant after relinquishing her role as Chief Economist on January 1, 2025.
As the new Chief Economist at INSM, Schoencke will play a crucial role in shaping the initiative’s economic arguments and public communication, advocating for policies aligned with a modern and social market economy.
Schoencke's background and achievements make him an ideal fit for this role, and his expertise will undoubtedly contribute to INSM's mission to promote a social market economy in Germany.
