Jill Pearson is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Work & Employment Studies at the University of Limerick, where she has lectured for over 20 years. She is a Registered Work and Organizational Psychologist, focusing on organizational behavior, employee wellbeing, careers, and research methods. PhD from University of Limerick (2023) MSc in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management from London School of Economics (1990) BA (Honors) in Psychology from Ontario Tech University (1986) Her research centers on proactive career self-management, career mobility, 360-degree feedback, and cross-cultural studies. She has contributed to works on international HRD and global careers, with a 2017 chapter co-authored with Hammond and O'Shea. She has received prestigious scholarships, including the ESRC and IRCHSS Scholarships (both in 1999), and was recognized for teaching impact at UL. Pearson previously served as the inaugural Programme Director for the MSc in Work and Organizational Psychology/Behaviour. She has held membership roles in councils such as the Academy of Management, British Psychological Society, and European Association of Work and Organizational Psychology.
Pei Yu Pai is a Professor in the Department of Business Administration at National ChengChi University's College of Commerce. With a PhD from Warwick Business School, she has established herself as a leading researcher in consumer behavior and digital marketing. Her academic journey shows steady progression from Assistant Professor (2012-2016) to Associate Professor (2016-2025) and finally to her current position as Professor since February 2025. Dr. Pai's research focuses on the intersection of digital behavior and marketing, with particular expertise in online community participation, consumer decision-making, and customer relationship management. She has published extensively in top-tier journals including Information & Management, European Journal of Marketing, and Journal of the Association for Information Systems. Her work consistently explores how consumers interact with digital platforms and brands, examining both psychological and behavioral aspects of these interactions. Her recent publications reveal a trend toward examining life transitions in digital contexts (such as motherhood), subscription services, and the psychological mechanisms behind online community engagement. This evolution shows her ability to address timely consumer phenomena while maintaining strong theoretical foundations in social exchange theory and relationship marketing. MOST Research Award recipient multiple times Recipient of numerous Teaching Excellence Awards for professional courses Senior Excellent Teacher recognition for 10+ years of service Multiple College-level Teaching Excellence and Outstanding Teaching Awards Dr. Pai has successfully led numerous research projects funded by Taiwan's Ministry of Science and Technology (MOST), demonstrating her ability to secure competitive research funding. Her projects consistently focus on consumer behavior in digital contexts, service innovation, and relationship management. She also maintains active collaborations with researchers across different institutions, as evidenced by her co-authored publications.
Danka Milojković is an Associate Professor at the University of Singidunum, Serbia, specializing in management, cluster development, and sustainable tourism. She has over two decades of experience in research, education, and international project management, with a focus on economic development in the Balkans, Egypt, and Peru. Education: BSc and MSc in Management, Faculty of Organizational Sciences, University of Belgrade PhD in Microeconomics, Faculty of Economics, University of Niš Research Interests: Danka's work bridges cluster theory with practical applications, emphasizing sustainable local economic development, green finance, and tourism management. Her research spans project management methodologies, entrepreneurial training, and cross-border cooperation frameworks. Recent Article Trends: Recent publications focus on walking tourism in rural areas, sustainable tourism in protected regions, financial strategies for energy efficiency, and agile management approaches. Key themes include user-centric tourism planning, environmental conservation, and leveraging digital tools for sector development. Scientific Awards: Niš City Prize for outstanding graduate research (1998) 'Cvet uspeha' national recognition for female entrepreneurship (2012) Regional and national 'Kapetan Miša Anastasijević' awards (2015, 2016) Projects and Leadership: She has directed numerous international initiatives funded by the EU, World Bank, UN agencies, and bilateral partnerships. Initiatives include the 'Cluster House' model, 'Sustainable Tourism' special editions, and capacity-building programs for SMEs and cluster facilitators.
Prof. Dr. Hans-Georg Köglmayr serves as an active Professor in the Department of Technology within the Design, Technology, Economics and Law school at the University of Pforzheim, Germany. His academic work focuses on practical applications of business management principles in industrial settings. Dr. Köglmayr's research spans several interconnected domains with strong emphasis on Risk Management , particularly in supply chain contexts, Quality Management with specialization in the 8D problem-solving methodology, Logistics , and Industrial Engineering . His work demonstrates a consistent focus on practical business applications, bridging theoretical concepts with operational realities in manufacturing and service industries. He has also contributed to interdisciplinary approaches in software engineering education, showing his commitment to innovative teaching methods. Analysis of his publication record from 2000-2009 reveals a strong trajectory in risk assessment methodologies, particularly regarding supplier risk management and early warning systems. His work shows increasing specialization in the 8D method as a quality management tool, with publications addressing both large enterprises and small-to-medium businesses. The interdisciplinary nature of his research connects information technology systems with business process management, demonstrating how ERP implementations impact organizational performance. Dr. Köglmayr maintains active professional engagement through publications in German business journals and industry publications, focusing on practical applications rather than purely theoretical contributions. His research demonstrates consistent relevance to contemporary business challenges in manufacturing and supply chain management sectors.
Shiko Ben-Menahem is a Senior Lecturer (with habilitation) at the Chair of Strategic Management and Innovation at ETH Zurich and an Adjunct Associate Professor at NYU Stern School of Business, Department of Technology, Operations, and Statistics. His research focuses on innovation processes and strategy in healthcare, medical devices, and life sciences industries. Ben-Menahem has published extensively in top-tier journals including Academy of Management Journal, Nature Biomedical Engineering, and Research Policy. Education: Ph.D. in Strategic Management, Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University (2013) MSc in Strategic Management (Cum Laude), Rotterdam School of Management, Erasmus University MPhil in Business Research (Cum Laude), Erasmus Research Institute of Management (ERIM) Research Interests: Ben-Menahem's research examines how digital technology shapes and is shaped by organizational design and innovation processes. He investigates coordination of cross-disciplinary knowledge creation, with particular focus on digital health, healthcare innovation, and pharmaceutical drug development. His work bridges theoretical insights with practical applications in complex healthcare ecosystems, exploring how organizations navigate innovation under conditions of complexity and uncertainty. Publication Trends: Ben-Menahem's recent publications reveal a strong focus on healthcare innovation, particularly in the context of digital transformation and organizational adaptation. His work spans from understanding patient complexity in HIV treatment to analyzing the impact of regulatory changes on medical device innovation. A significant thread in his research examines how organizations coordinate knowledge creation across disciplinary boundaries, with particular attention to rare disease drug repurposing and multidisciplinary team dynamics in early-stage drug discovery. Scientific Awards: Academy of Management Discoveries, 2020, Best Paper Runner-Up Award AOM Organizational Behavior Division, 2020 Best Dissertation-Based Paper Award Swiss National Science Foundation (SNF), 2017: 'Leading and Coordinating Knowledge Creation in Online Communities' CHF 356'000 Best Visiting Lecturer, 2017/2018 - Estonia Business School Advising and Grants: Ben-Menahem supervises Master's theses on knowledge creation and evaluation under complexity, cross-disciplinary coordination, innovation in health science, pharmaceutical drug development processes, and organizing health care. His grant portfolio includes significant funding from the Swiss National Science Foundation for research on coordinating knowledge creation in online communities. He has also served as a Special Issue Editor for Research Policy and on the Editorial Review Board of Academy of Management Discoveries. Professional Roles: Ben-Menahem has been active in conference organization, serving as Conference Co-Chair for the Israel Strategy Conference in 2017 and 2021, and as a member of the Scientific Committee for the EGOS Colloquium 2018. He is also an ad hoc reviewer for numerous prestigious journals including Academy of Management Review, Academy of Management Journal, and Strategic Management Journal.
Jiping Li is an Assistant Professor of Organizational Behavior at Frankfurt School of Finance & Management since 2018. She holds a PhD and M.Phil. in Organizational Behavior from Hong Kong University of Science and Technology and a B.B.A. in Human Resource Management from Renmin University of China . PhD in Organizational Behavior, HKUST M.Phil. in Organizational Behavior, HKUST B.B.A. in Human Resource Management, Renmin University Her research examines how individuals from disadvantaged backgrounds navigate organizational challenges, focusing on structural barriers, workplace proactivity, and inclusive environments. She also investigates the social dynamics of initiating workplace change. The trends in her publications span diversity and inclusion , team emotion dynamics , leadership responses to dissimilarity , and pandemic-related workplace adaptations . The work emphasizes contextual factors like geographical diversity , social class , and emotional regulation in team settings. At Frankfurt School, she teaches Principles of Management , Applied Research Methods , and Scientific Writing , integrating theoretical and practical insights for organizational analysis.
Dr. Shannon Hyder is a Senior Lecturer at the School of Psychology, Deakin University , with expertise in aggression, cognitive theories of depression, and mental health. Her work bridges Clinical Psychology , Social Psychology , and Public Health , focusing on violence in personal and organizational contexts. Education: Doctor of Philosophy , Deakin University Graduate Certificate of Higher Education , Deakin University Bachelor of Arts (Psychology) , Deakin University Bachelor of Computing (Information Systems) , Deakin University Research Interests encompass aggression, relational and coercive controlling violence, dark personalities, mental health, and depression. She employs cognitive and personality psychology frameworks to analyze aggression in emerging adults, organizational trust, and the role of impulsivity and masculinity in aggression. Publications highlight trends in aggression, mental health interventions, and organizational trust. Her recent work includes empirical studies on the social impact of relational aggression, attentional bias modification for psychological distress, and the interplay between dark/light personalities and aggression. Grant-funded projects explore alcohol use in violence, mental health literacy in sports, and trust dynamics in workplaces. Teaching involves postgraduate supervision and advanced research methods courses (HPS301, HPS434). She supervises honours, Masters, and PhD students, notably in topics like non-physical aggression and organizational trust. Grants include Salvation Army National Alcohol & Other Drugs Model of Care Implementation Evaluation (2024) Read the Play internship (2021) Mental health literacy education for youth (2018-2020) Safe Night Precinct Support Services Evaluation (2017-2018) VCGLR Liquor forum evaluation (2015)
Dr. Bernard Steinman is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Consumer Sciences at the University of Wyoming, affiliated with the College of Agriculture, Life Sciences & Natural Resources. He serves as Program Coordinator and Chair of the Wyoming Home Modification Action Coalition, focusing on promoting home safety and aging-in-place solutions for Wyoming residents. PhD in Gerontology from University of Southern California MS in Experimental Psychology from Mississippi State University BA in English from University of Washington Dr. Steinman's research examines how home and community environments affect older adults and people with disabilities. His work spans falls prevention, sensory impairments, long-term care options, and program evaluation methodologies. He teaches courses on aging fundamentals, community leadership, and program evaluation. Recent publications analyze longitudinal housing adequacy impacts, therapist-driven home modifications, sensory impairment effects on community participation, and environmental mediation of disability outcomes. His work emphasizes evidence-based solutions for rural aging populations and intergenerational community building. Dr. Steinman coordinates the Human Development and Family Sciences program while maintaining active research and leadership roles in home modification policy advocacy.
Feliciano Villar is a Full Professor at the University of Barcelona's Department of Cognition, Development and Educational Psychology, where he leads the Research Group on Gerontology (GIG) and participates in the Teaching Innovation Group in Developmental Psychology. His academic work focuses on psychological aspects of aging across institutional, social, and clinical contexts. Research Interests: Professor Villar investigates representation/perception of aging, generativity in later life, dementia care practices, civic engagement among older adults, and sexuality in long-term care settings. His research employs interdisciplinary approaches bridging developmental psychology, social policy, and clinical gerontology to address quality-of-life challenges in aging populations. Publication Trends: Recent articles (2018-2023) demonstrate three primary research streams: 1) Dementia care interventions and staff training in institutional settings, 2) Psychosocial dimensions of active aging (including generativity, civic participation, and learning), and 3) Critical examinations of ageism and sexual expression in later life. Methodologically, his work emphasizes narrative approaches, cross-cultural comparisons, and policy analysis. Projects & Leadership: As Principal Investigator, he has secured competitive grants including: PSI2016-77864-R (MINECO): Comprehensive analysis of active aging frameworks COST Action OC-2015-1-19610 (EU): Reducing old-age social exclusion CSO2015-64115-R (MINECO): Antecedents of active aging 2017SGR768 (AGAUR): Sustained funding for Gerontology Research Group Teaching: Develops and delivers courses on psychological intervention for older adults, developmental psychology across adulthood, and psychopedagogical strategies for aging populations at undergraduate and master's levels.
Evan Dart is an Associate Professor and Program Coordinator in the Department of School Psychology at the University of South Florida, College of Education. He is a licensed psychologist and board-certified behavior analyst, specializing in evidence-based behavioral interventions and assessment techniques within a multi-tiered system of supports (MTSS) framework. Research Interests: His work focuses on improving students' behavioral and mental health through classroom-level interventions, progress monitoring for internalizing behaviors, and refining data collection methods in MTSS models. He co-edited works on social skills teaching for autism and technology integration in school psychology. Article Trends: Recent publications emphasize visual analysis of single-case data, applications of the Good Behavior Game with digital tools, and advancements in MTSS for social-emotional learning. His research spans behavioral interventions, autism-specific strategies, and technological innovations in educational settings. Scientific Awards: 2019 Lightner Witmer Award for Early Career Scholarship Grants: Secured over $2 million from the Institute of Education Sciences and Office of Special Education Programs for research and training initiatives. Leadership: Serves as Associate Editor for Assessment for Effective Intervention and co-director of the School Mental Health Collaborative, a national technical assistance center.
Tiffany Kriz is an Associate Professor at MacEwan University's School of Business, Department of Management and Organizations, in Edmonton, Alberta. Her research expertise lies in organizational behavior, social psychology, employee voice, listening, interpersonal communication, and organizational citizenship behavior. Contact her at schroedert7@macewan.ca or via office phone (780) 633-3998 . Her scholarly work investigates the intersection of workplace communication, employee well-being, and organizational dynamics. Key areas include active listening during organizational transitions, mindfulness strategies for managing feedback, and the psychological implications of job insecurity. She has developed teaching tools like Acadly to enhance classroom engagement. Recent publications (2025–2022) highlight trends across Education Technology , Organizational Psychology , and Workplace Communication . Subfields span experiential learning, trust models in downsizing, economic stress management, and citizenship behavior in academia. Duplicate entries for the same 2022 mindfulness article suggest potential data inconsistencies.
Mustafa Akben is an Assistant Professor of Management at Elon University's Love School of Business, specializing in deep learning, generative AI, and their impacts on human cognition in workplace environments. Education: PhD (Temple University, 2022), M.S. (University of Pennsylvania, 2017), B.A. (Marmara University, 2010) Research Focus: AI's impact on creativity, proactive behavior analysis, social network applications in AI policy, and machine learning tools for social science advancement His recent projects include biometric detection of survey response validity through recurrent neural networks, leadership skill identification with transformer models, and normative landscape analyses of proactive workplace behavior. Publications span journals like Journal of Applied Psychology , Academy of Management Journal , and PNAS submissions. Awards include multiple research grants, Best Paper Award (2020), and SIOP competition victory. Technical Skills: R, Python, SPSS, Mplus, Keras, Gephi, UCINET, Igraph Academic Service: Reviewer for Academy of Management, SIOP, and Mindfulness Journal
Associate Professor Fatih Bozbayindir serves at Gaziantep University Faculty of Education in the Department of Educational Sciences and Department of Educational Administration . With a Ph.D. in Educational Sciences (2014), he has held administrative roles including Deputy Institute Director (2023-) and Dean Assistant (2018-2021). His research focuses on educational leadership, organizational behavior, teacher training policies, and positive psychology in schools. Education: Ph.D., Educational Sciences (2014), Gaziantep University M.Sc., Educational Sciences (2007), Gaziantep University B.Ed., Classroom Teaching (2003), Kilis Muallim Rıfat Faculty of Education His 15 most recent publications (2020-2025) address pandemic impacts on education, cyberbullying, psychological capital, and organizational trust. Key themes include leadership models , ethical educational practices , and teacher-administrator dynamics . He has supervised 12 theses and participated in 34 national/international conferences. Additional roles include editorial contributions to academic journals, project leadership in school quality improvement (2019), and teaching courses like Organizational Behavior and Classroom Management at both graduate and undergraduate levels. He is a member of the Association of Educational Administrators and Educational Inspectors since 2010.
Fatih Emrah Demir serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Special Education at Gaziantep University's Faculty of Education since 2020, following prior research assistant roles at Gaziantep and Gazi Universities. His academic trajectory reflects deep specialization in visual impairment education, intellectual disabilities, and autism spectrum disorders within Turkey's special education framework. His educational qualifications include: Ph.D. in Special Education (2019), Gazi University M.A. in Education of the Visually Impaired (2014), Gazi University B.A. in Special Education - Visually Impaired Teaching (2012), Gazi University Demir's research investigates critical intersections between disability education and contemporary societal challenges, particularly focusing on refugee inclusion and evidence-based pedagogical approaches. His work systematically compares developmental outcomes between disabled and typically developing populations while addressing systemic barriers in educational access. Current scholarship emphasizes culturally responsive practices for Syrian refugee children with special needs under temporary protection status. Analysis of his 2016-2024 publications reveals three dominant research streams: (1) rigorous comparative studies of reading performance and social behaviors among visually impaired students, (2) comprehensive investigations into refugee inclusion challenges, and (3) foundational work on teacher preparedness for diverse special education contexts. His methodology consistently combines quantitative assessment with qualitative perspective-gathering from educators and families. Administratively, Demir serves as Department Head and Disability Unit Coordinator at Gaziantep University, demonstrating leadership in institutional accessibility. His teaching portfolio spans 20 undergraduate courses including Braille literacy, inclusive education strategies, and specialized instruction for intellectual disabilities. Professional experience extends to Ministry of National Education teaching positions and hospital-based sign language instruction.
Eleni Apospori is a Professor at the Department of Marketing and Communication within the School of Business Administration at Athens University of Economics and Business (AUEB). She holds a distinguished academic career with expertise spanning human resource management, gender studies, career development, and organizational behavior. Her work takes a strong comparative and cross-cultural approach, examining workplace dynamics across multiple countries and institutional contexts. Dr. Apospori's educational background reflects her interdisciplinary approach to organizational studies. She earned her Law Degree from the Law School of the University of Athens (1979), followed by a Master's Degree (MA) in Sociology from the University of Connecticut, USA (1983), and completed her Doctorate (Ph.D.) in Sociology from the same institution (1990). Her research interests focus on critical contemporary workplace issues including Intercultural Communication in the Workplace, Human Resource Diversity Management, Comparative Study of Human Resource Management Practices, the Evolution of Women in the Workplace, Political Communication, and the Dynamics of Women's Social Exclusion in Greece and Europe. Her work consistently bridges theoretical frameworks with practical organizational implications, particularly examining how national contexts shape workplace dynamics and career trajectories. Dr. Apospori's recent publications demonstrate a strong focus on sustainable human resource management, gender equality initiatives in higher education, career resilience across the lifespan, and cross-cultural comparisons of workplace practices. Her research methodology often employs large-scale international comparative studies, drawing data from dozens of countries to identify both universal patterns and context-specific variations in organizational phenomena. Among her notable contributions are studies examining the relationship between sustainable HR practices and organizational identification across 54 countries, investigations into gender equality plans in higher education institutions across Europe and Lebanon, and analyses of how age affects career resilience in different national contexts. Her work has significant implications for organizational policy and practice in an increasingly globalized business environment. Dr. Apospori maintains an active research agenda with numerous recent publications in top-tier journals. Her scholarly work is characterized by methodological rigor, theoretical depth, and practical relevance to contemporary organizational challenges, particularly those related to diversity, inclusion, and sustainable human resource practices in cross-cultural contexts.
