Anne Haugen Gausdal

Anne Haugen Gausdal is a Professor in the Department of Leadership and Organization at Kristiania University of Applied Sciences, affiliated with the School of Communication, Leadership and Marketing. Her expertise spans Innovation, Motivation, Knowledge Management, Trust, Network Management, Safety Leadership, Emergency Management, and Process Management. She has contributed extensively to research on organizational resilience, leadership dynamics, and trust-building in networks.

Her research investigates practical applications of theoretical concepts, such as translating academic knowledge into actionable strategies for network development and safety leadership. She has explored topics like the impact of automation on gender parity in maritime industries, trust-building processes in strategic alliances, and human interactions in remote ship operations. Her work emphasizes the integration of academic insights into real-world organizational challenges.

Key themes in her publications include organizational resilience through learning mechanisms, leadership styles affecting safety performance in high-risk sectors, and the role of technology in enhancing operational efficiency and environmental sustainability. She has also examined challenges in collaborative emergency exercises and the psychological factors influencing organizational change.

Anne Gausdal has published widely in journals such as the International Journal of Action Research and contributed to edited volumes on maritime safety and innovation networks. Her research bridges academic theory and practical implementation, focusing on actionable solutions for modern organizational and leadership challenges.