Laurenz Pöttinger

Laurenz Pöttinger is an Austrian politician and entrepreneur who has served as a member of the National Council since 2019. A member of the Austrian People's Party (ÖVP), he represents the Hausruckviertel constituency. Before entering national politics, Pöttinger worked as a master blacksmith and business owner, and he has been active in local municipal politics in Grieskirchen. Within the National Council, he has served as the party's spokesperson for arts and culture, focusing on cultural policy and parliamentary affairs.