Sofia Villo

Sofia Villo is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the School of Arts, Design and Architecture of Aalto University. Her work focuses on corporate social responsibility, business ethics, and institutional dynamics in multinational corporations, particularly in Russian and state-capitalist contexts.

Research Interests: Sofia investigates how institutional voids and political systems shape corporate environmental practices, with emphasis on multinational enterprises (MNEs) and their interactions with NGOs and regulatory frameworks. Her recent publications examine environmental irresponsibility in Russian MNEs and conflicts between MNEs and NGOs in authoritarian regimes.

Publications: Her research appears in top-tier journals like Journal of Business Ethics and Journal of World Business, with a focus on institutional theory, sustainability governance, and corporate accountability.