Andy Pongratz

Andreas Pongratz is an international media technology innovator and business leader with more than 30 years of experience driving transformation in the global broadcast and communication industries. He founded x.news, the award-winning monitoring solution for corporates and media organizations, which has since become part of WiTa Social Business Ventures GmbH. Andreas currently leads international sales and marketing for the C3 product platform, coordinating its growth and strategic adoption across global markets.

Earlier in his career, Pongratz played a pivotal role in building up and shaping the Ars Electronica Center in Linz, one of the world’s most iconic hubs for media art, digital culture and technology innovation. His contributions helped establish the center’s international reputation as a bridge between creativity, science and industry — fostering new ways for the public to experience emerging technologies and future-oriented storytelling.

Across his professional journey, Pongratz has partnered with globally recognized brands including Red Bull, Telekom Austria, AVID and Microsoft, as well as a broad international network of technology and media organizations. His expertise centers on real-time information technology, digital transformation and communication strategies that enable faster and more informed decision-making.

A respected leader within the global innovation ecosystem, Pongtraz is a member of the BOLD community, contributing to worldwide business impact initiatives. He served as Chairman of the National Jury for Innovation in Austria, supporting entrepreneurial excellence and breakthrough ideas. As an Ambassador to the Enterprise Europe Network (EEN), he advances cross-border collaboration and the growth of innovative European companies.

Guided by a passion for shaping the future of communication and media intelligence, Pongratz continues to drive solutions that strengthen storytelling, brand reputation and digital strategy. His international mindset and long-standing industry relationships make him a trusted partner for organizations navigating today’s rapidly evolving media landscape.