Christina Helf is a Platform Director and Senior Consultant at The Innovation in Politics Institute.
Christina is a dynamic communication strategist and senior consultant specializing in political communication, public affairs, and strategic campaign management. With over a decade of experience, Christina has honed her expertise across sectors, from environmental advocacy and public relations to high-impact political campaigns. Having led national and international communication initiatives, Christina’s career highlights include her role as Head of the “Media and Campaigning Center” for the Austrian liberal party NEOS for four years, where she managed a multidisciplinary team and spearheaded 360° communications of the NEOS newsroom. As a Senior Consultant at Grayling Austria, she drove impactful campaigns for prominent clients, including government agencies and global brands.
Christina’s academic background, including a Master’s in Public Communication from the University of Vienna and international studies in Political Communication as well as Energy Management at BOKU, complements her professional expertise. A frequent guest lecturer and thought leader in digital public affairs and AI in politics, she brings innovation, precision, and a passion for impactful narratives to every of her projects.
