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Riina KorisView profile

Associate Professor

• Business Education
• Higher Education
• Business School Students
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Riina Koris is an Associate Professor at the Estonian Business School (EBS), specializing in business education, higher education systems, and student-centered pedagogy. She holds a Doctoral Degree (2014) from Tallinn University of Technology and a Research Master's Degree (2005) from EBS. Her academic roles include Head of the Cultural Management Programme (2015–2020) and membership in EBS Senate (2002–2008). Her research focuses on student perspectives in business education, generative AI in learning environments, and institutional branding. Key contributions include co-editing the upcoming book *Generative AI in Higher Education: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly* (2025), analyzing bachelor thesis evaluation practices (2023), and exploring millennial career preferences (2022). She has also investigated student-customer orientation frameworks in universities (2015) and the relevance of learning organizations in higher education (2014). Riina has received multiple recognitions as *Mentor of the Year* and *Lecturer of the Year* at EBS. Her teaching portfolio includes courses like *The Dark Side of Marketing* and *Branding and (re)positioning in International Markets*. She actively contributes to academic discourse through editorships, conference presentations, and collaborations with institutions such as the Prague School of Economics and Business. Her work bridges pedagogical innovation with institutional strategy, emphasizing transparency in education and the ethical integration of emerging technologies like AI.

Maike AndresenView profile

Professor

• International Human Resource Management
• Global Employee Mobility
• Strategic HRM
• +6 more

Prof. Dr. Maike Andresen holds the Chair of Human Resource Management and Organisational Behaviour at the University of Bamberg since 2009. She leads the European Human Resource Management Programme and serves as Vice-president for Research at the university. Her research focuses on international employee mobility, strategic HRM, work hour flexibilization, and cross-cultural organizational behavior. Habilitation (2008) - Helmut-Schmidt-University PhD (2003) - University of the Federal Armed Forces Hamburg summa cum laude Master in European HRM (1999) - Consortium of 6 European universities Key research contributions include: Global mobility of employees Self-initiated expatriation dynamics Work-time flexibilization effects Overemployment measurement International remote work analysis Diversity in workforce personality Recent article trends show emphasis on expatriate retention, cultural intelligence development, and the paradoxes of international work experiences. Her 2020-2023 publications explore digital nomadism (e-Wanderlust project), dual career couples, and global career capital transfer mechanisms. Scientific recognition includes: 2024 Journal of Global Mobility Best Paper Award 2023 VHB Best Paper Award 2020-2023 GLOBE 2020 Excellence Certificates Multiple AOM and EURAM award nominations 2005 Ludwig-Schunk Preis for summa cum laude dissertation She supervises six Horizon 2020 researchers and serves on numerous academic committees. The chair's ORCiD profile provides full publication records.

Sebastian StoermerView profile

Assistant Professor

• Organizational Behavior
• International Human Resource Management
• Expatriate Management
• +1 more

Sebastian Stoermer is an Assistant Professor of Human Resource Management and Asian Business at the University of Goettingen's Faculty of Economic Sciences since 2017, following his doctoral research at the same institution. His academic journey includes a Dr. rer. pol. in HRM (summa cum laude) from Goettingen (2014-2017), an M.Sc. in Business Psychology from Bremen University (2010-2013), and a B.Sc. in Psychology from Bremen (2007-2010) with a visiting scholar period at Clark University in 2012. His educational background features: Dr. rer. pol. in HRM, University of Goettingen (2014-2017) M.Sc. in Business Psychology, University of Bremen (2010-2013) Visiting Student Scholar, Clark University (2012) B.Sc. in Psychology, University of Bremen (2007-2010) Stoermer's research centers on Organizational Behavior , International HRM , Expatriate Management , and Diversity and Inclusion . His work examines how inclusion climates affect knowledge exchange, how expatriates navigate cross-cultural challenges, and how diversity initiatives impact employee outcomes. He employs multi-method approaches to investigate fault lines in diverse teams and resilience mechanisms in international assignments. His publication portfolio reveals strong emphasis on expatriate adjustment dynamics, inclusion climates in multinational contexts, and gender-related issues in international assignments. Recent work increasingly integrates psychological perspectives with international business frameworks, particularly examining spousal adjustment, knowledge transfer during repatriation, and harassment experiences in diverse workplaces. His scientific recognition includes: Journal of Global Mobility Best Paper Award (EURAM 2017) EURAM 2017 Best Conference Paper Award AIB South East Asia Chapter Best Paper Award (2018) Multiple DAAD grants and Sheth Foundation funding Carolyn Dexter Award Finalist status Stoermer actively contributes to academic service as Associate Editor of the Journal of Global Mobility and ad-hoc reviewer for top journals including Human Resource Management and The International Journal of Human Resource Management. His research has been supported by DAAD travel grants, the Sheth Foundation, and Goettingen University networks, facilitating extensive conference participation across Academy of Management, AIB, and EURAM venues. While no formal lab structure is indicated, his collaborative work with Froese, Selmer, and Lauring suggests ongoing research partnerships in international HRM.

Kamalesh PanthiView profile

Associate Professor

• Risk Management
• Energy Retrofitting
• Safety Management
• +2 more

Kamalesh Panthi is an Associate Professor and Graduate Program Director in the Department of Construction Management at Morgan State University's School of Architecture and Planning. He also serves as the Interim Director of the PhD program in Architecture, Urbanism and Built Environments (AUBE), bringing over 20 years of combined research, teaching, and industry experience to his academic roles. His educational background includes: B.E. in Civil Engineering from Karnataka Regional Engineering College M.Eng. in Construction Engineering & Management from Asian Institute of Technology Ph.D. in Civil Engineering (Construction Management) from Florida International University Dr. Panthi's research centers on quantifying risk impacts in construction projects, with primary focus areas in risk management, energy retrofitting, safety management, and sustainable materials. His work bridges theoretical frameworks with practical industry applications, resulting in over 40 peer-reviewed publications and significant grant funding. Analysis of his recent publications reveals consistent emphasis on risk quantification methodologies across diverse construction contexts - from pipeline relocation systems and highway infrastructure to coastal energy retrofits. His research demonstrates strong interdisciplinary connections between civil engineering, sustainability science, and project management principles. His professional recognition includes: Outstanding Reviewer Award (2014) from Journal of Built Environment Project and Asset Management UNC Instructional Innovation Incubator Summer Fellowship (2014) Dr. Panthi has secured over $250,000 in research funding through multiple grants including BIM safety planning for Baltimore clinics ($29,963 as PI), sustainable concrete aggregate research ($184,926 as Co-PI), and NSF-funded studies on professional identity development in AEC women ($19,026). He actively mentors graduate students through research courses and directed fieldwork while serving on the Graduate Curriculum Committee and as CMAA Baltimore Chapter Board Member. His editorial board membership for the Journal of Built Environment Project and Asset Management and leadership in the Construction Management Association of America demonstrate his commitment to advancing both academic scholarship and industry practice in construction management.

• Labour Law
• International Labour Law
• Corporate Social Responsibility
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Renée-Claude Drouin is a Full Professor at the Faculty of Law of the Université de Montréal. She holds a D.Phil. in Philosophy from Cambridge University (2006), an LL.M. (2001), and an LL.B. (1995) from Université Laval. Her research focuses on labour law, international labour law, corporate social responsibility, and globalization. She is affiliated with the CRIMT (research center on globalization and work) and CDACI (international business law center). Her research explores transnational corporations' legal accountability, labour rights in global supply chains, and comparative legal frameworks. She leads and collaborates on major projects such as the Institutional Experimentation for Better Work (2017–2026) and CRIMT Strategic Research Group (2024–2031), funded by the FQRSC and SSHRC. Education: 2006: D.Phil. in Philosophy, Cambridge University 2001: LL.M., Université Laval 1995: LL.B., Université Laval Her advising includes over 10 thesis/dissertations on topics like migrant workers' rights, corporate accountability, and comparative labour law. She has received grants from the Fondation du Barreau du Québec and SSHRC for projects on digital platform work and corporate diligence obligations. Prof. Drouin co-directs the Canadian Labour & Employment Law Journal and participates in international networks addressing global labour governance challenges.

• Leadership Development
• Human Resource Management
• Global HR Strategies
• +7 more

Cheri Alexander is an Adjunct Lecturer of Management and Organizations at the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. She teaches Leadership and Managing Human Capital across undergraduate, MBA, and Executive Education programs, including online courses on the Coursera platform. Her academic work spans leadership development, global HR strategies, and organizational behavior. Education: BS in Industrial Health Engineering, University of Michigan (1974) MS in Industrial Health Engineering, University of Michigan (1975) MS in Management (Sloan Fellow), Massachusetts Institute of Technology (1986) Her professional career includes 33 years at General Motors, where she served as President of the General Motors University and Executive Director of Global HR. She specialized in global HR integration, mergers and acquisitions, crisis management, and talent development. Her research on noise-induced hearing loss and workforce relocation has been cited in academic books like United We Stand and Successful Mergers, Acquisitions, and Strategic Alliances . Awards: Chairman's Award for Work in Positive Downsizing Cheri has contributed to interdisciplinary initiatives, including collaborations with the University of Michigan's Engineering School. She is a Certified Executive Leadership Coach and serves on the Board of the Inforum Center for Leadership. Her expertise in global education and cross-cultural leadership is reflected in her speaking engagements on topics like 'Global Superficial Homogenization.'

Chris HeywoodView profile

Associate Professor

• Corporate Real Estate Management
• Facility Management
• Real Estate Asset Management
• +7 more

Associate Professor Chris Heywood is affiliated with the University of Melbourne's Melbourne School of Design, Department of Property and Management. He has been with the faculty since 2006, specializing in corporate real estate management (CREM), facility management, and real estate asset strategies aligned with organizational goals. His research bridges property's physical, financial, and social dimensions, emphasizing how property contributes to business outcomes across sectors. Research Interests: Property lifecycle analysis and strategic alignment CREM practices and professionalism Employee perceptions and workplace experiences Sustainability in built environments Public-private partnerships in urban development He collaborates internationally with institutions like Aalto University (Finland) and Delft Technical University (Netherlands), focusing on topics like relocation management, sustainable building upgrades, and CREM branding. Professional Contributions: Supervised doctoral research in CREM branding, thermal comfort in offices, and sustainable property valuation Published widely in corporate real estate strategy, sustainability frameworks, and organizational alignment models Expertise in IFRS reporting for corporate real estate assets No scientific awards explicitly mentioned in available texts.

Oliver VoßView profile

Professor

• External Accounting
• Tax Consulting
• Auditing
• +3 more

Prof. Dr. Oliver Voß is a Professor at the University of Applied Sciences Mittelhessen (THM) since 2015, specializing in General Business Administration with a focus on external accounting, tax consulting, and auditing . He holds the academic rank of Professor and has served as a Tax Advisor since 2009, with prior experience at an international auditing firm. Education : Diplom-Kaufmann from the University of Mannheim Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Portland State University His research and publications span topics such as corporate taxation, depreciation accounting, cloud computing taxation, and international tax treaties , reflecting a strong emphasis on modernizing tax frameworks for technological and business innovations. His work often bridges practical tax advisory with theoretical analysis, particularly in cross-border and digital economy contexts. Prof. Voß contributes to practice-oriented research through collaborations like the "Tax Consulting and Auditing" Study Program (SP) at THM, integrating real-world advisory challenges into academic teaching. His publications frequently address tax optimization strategies for emerging business models and regulatory comparisons across key global jurisdictions.

Johann MulderView profile

Professor

• Labor Law
• Collective Labor Law
• Nordic Labor Law
• +5 more

Johann Mulder is a Professor at the Department of Private Law, Faculty of Law, University of Oslo, where he has served since 2017. He leads the Arfa Program (Professional Development in Labor Law) and specializes in labor law, particularly collective labor law, business transfers, and employee participation. His work spans Nordic labor law, EU labor directives, international labor standards, and comparative legal analysis. Education : Juris Doctor in Commercial Law (2004), Lund University; Juris Kandidat (1993), Lund University His research focuses on labor law regulation of business transfers, employee participation in multinational corporations, and the intersection of EU law with national systems. He has taught courses in Legal Methodology, Individual Labor Law, Collective Labor Law, and European Law at the University of Oslo, while also serving as guest lecturer at Lund University since 2009. Professor Mulder has authored numerous publications analyzing EU labor case law, Nordic labor systems, and contractual obligations in business transitions. He supervises master's and PhD students and contributes to labor law discourse through International Labor and Employment Laws and the Worker Participation Europe network as Swedish expert. His career includes roles at Lund University, Halmstad University, and Stockholm's Arbetslivsinstitutet.

Rosemary CooperView profile

Lecturer

• Organizational Development
• Employee Engagement
• Shared Services
• +3 more

Rosemary Cooper is the Executive Director of Career Success and an Adjunct Lecturer at The University of Texas at Tyler. She holds a Ph.D. in Human Resource Development (specializing in organizational development and change), an M.P.A. in Public Administration, and a Bachelor of General Studies, all from UT Tyler. Her academic roles span the Soules College of Business and the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Cooper’s research focuses on shared services in higher education, employee engagement, and organizational change. She has presented nationally on these topics and is a three-time UT Tyler alumna. Awards include the 2018 President’s Excellence Award and 2022 Teacher of the Year (Rotary Club of Tyler). She has served in leadership roles, including Director of Enrollment Services at UT Tyler and participation in Leadership Tyler and the UT System Women’s Leadership Program. Her community involvement includes roles on the City of Tyler Mayor’s Veterans and Community Roundtable, Women’s Symphony League of Tyler, and Leadership Tyler’s Catalyst 100 Program. She relocated to Tyler, Texas from Nashville, Tennessee.

Louise Møller PedersenView profile

Part-Time Lecturer

• Organizational Development
• Public Sector Management
• Human Resource Management
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Louise Møller Pedersen is a Postdoc and Part-time Lecturer at Aalborg University's Department of Sociology and Social Work within the Faculty of Social Sciences and Humanities. She also holds external roles as an External Lecturer at Aarhus University and Senior Researcher at Regional Hospital Central and West Jutland. Her research focuses on organizational development, public sector management, and the psychosocial working environment, particularly in healthcare settings. She leads projects like the 'Positive Psychosocial Factors at Work' initiative, exploring the interplay between social capital, mental health, and healthcare service quality during organizational changes. Pedersen has published extensively in international journals and books, with a focus on organizational sustainability and middle management roles. She has received the 2010 Sikkerhedsledernes Rejselegat award and actively contributes to academic conferences and media discussions on workplace well-being. Education: PhD in Organizational Development and Working Environment. Teaching roles include coordinating courses in Human Resource Management and Evaluation Theory at Aalborg University's Master in Public Governance programs. Key Projects: Positive Psychosocial Factors at Work (2018–2024), Healthcare Quality Studies, and Problem-Based Learning Development. Publications span organizational change, healthcare management, and occupational safety.

Bo BernhardView profile

Professor

• Gambling Studies
• Tourism Economics
• Hospitality Management
• +2 more

Dr. Bo Bernhard serves as Interim VP of the UNLV Foundation and holds a dual professorship in Hotel Management and Sociology. A fifth-generation Nevadan, he earned his undergraduate degrees in sociology and psychology magna cum laude from Harvard University. His career spans research and leadership roles across six continents, focusing on the socio-economic impacts of gaming, hospitality, and tourism industries worldwide. After completing his doctoral degree in 2002, Dr. Bernhard became the inaugural Research Director at UNLV's International Gaming Institute (IGI), growing the organization from two employees to 51 with four research centers. His interdisciplinary research examines globalization, economic development, and the social dimensions of hospitality industries. Dr. Bernhard has delivered over 300 keynote addresses internationally and consulted for Fortune 500 companies in the hospitality sector. His research on Oakland Raiders' relocation to Las Vegas helped counter longstanding doubts about the city's viability as a professional sports destination. He is bilingual in English and Spanish and holds the University of Nevada, Reno Philip G. Satre Chair - the most prestigious appointment in gaming studies - granting him faculty status at both of Nevada's research universities.

• Business Ethics
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
• International Business
• +3 more

Ellen Pauline McBarron is a Lecturer affiliated with the Peter Faber Business School under the Faculty of Law and Business. Her research focuses on business ethics, corporate social responsibility (CSR), and international business dynamics. She collaborates extensively with Nasir Butrous on interdisciplinary studies addressing organizational behavior in global contexts, volunteer workforce dynamics, and ethical governance frameworks. Her work bridges theoretical and practical dimensions of CSR, often critiquing corporate accountability mechanisms while advocating for ethical leadership. Key themes include expatriate training strategies, cross-cultural competence development, and the intersection of faith-based principles with business ethics. McBarron’s publications span peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings, emphasizing critical perspectives on CSR practices and organizational democracy. No academic awards or student advisement records are explicitly documented in the provided text. Her contributions span diverse sectors including nonprofit management, international human resources, and theological perspectives on corporate responsibility.

Victor HainesView profile

Professor

• Strategic Human Resources Management
• Organizational Behavior
• Occupational Health
• +6 more

Dr. Victor Haines is a Full Professor in Strategic Human Resources Management at the School of Industrial Relations, University of Montreal, where he has been a faculty member since 2001. His research focuses on high-performance HR practices, organizational behavior, and workplace well-being, with particular emphasis on stress and work-family conflict. Key research areas include organizational culture's impact on individual well-being, work-family interface dynamics, and HR practices evaluation. He has supervised over 30 Master's and Ph.D. students since 2000, with recent theses examining topics like neurodiversity in hiring and telework satisfaction. Active in funded research since 1999, he participates in multi-institutional studies on aging workforce challenges, mental health determinants, and work-family health inequalities. His work has been published in top-tier journals like Journal of Occupational Health Psychology , Human Resource Management , and Work & Stress . Current research trends show sustained focus on work-family conflict (2019-2025), burnout pathways (2016-2023), and organizational justice (2005-2025), with recent projects examining gendered mental health disparities and healthy organizational frameworks.

Ulrich JürgensView profile

Adjunct Professor

• Labor and Labor Markets
• Work Organization
• Industrial Policies
• +4 more

Ulrich Jürgens is a prominent social scientist affiliated with the WZB Berlin Social Science Center and the Volkswagen AutoUni's Institut für Arbeit und Personalmanagement (IFAP). As an Adjunct Professor at the Free University of Berlin's Political Science Faculty (since 1997), he focuses on labor markets, work organization, and industrial policies. His career includes leadership roles such as Head of the 'Globalization, Work, and Production' research group at WZB (2011–present) and earlier roles at WZB including Acting Director of the 'Regulierung von Arbeit' unit. His research emphasizes global production systems, BRIC countries' automotive industries, and the impact of digitalization on labor. He has authored/co-authored influential works like New Worlds of Work (2016) and Die neue Ost-West-Arbeitsteilung (2010). Current projects include studying human resources in BRIC countries and comparing Japanese and German automotive personnel systems. Key themes in his work include lean production evolution, Industrie 4.0's labor implications, and corporate governance in global automotive supply chains. His publications combine empirical studies with policy-oriented analysis, addressing structural shifts in work and industrial relations across diverse geographic contexts.