Thomas Maran

Dr. Thomas Maran is a researcher at the Faculty of Economics and Management at the Free University of Bozen-Bolzano, specializing in leadership, strategy, and entrepreneurship. Previously, he held positions at the Universities of Liechtenstein, Innsbruck, and Klagenfurt. His research focuses on organizational resilience, leadership styles, and innovation strategies, with publications in journals like The Leadership Quarterly and Technological Forecasting and Social Change. He teaches in executive education programs across Italy, Austria, and Switzerland and leads transfer projects with firms and industry groups. His book Situational Leadership: Finding the Right Leadership Style Between Directive and Empowering Leadership provides frameworks for adaptive management. Maran also advises businesses and public administrations on strategic innovation and leadership. He actively participates in the Start-Up Lab at the university, fostering entrepreneurial education and startup development.

Education details are not explicitly stated in the provided text, but his academic trajectory includes roles at multiple universities, indicating advanced qualifications. Research interests span leadership theory, crisis management, and the intersection of technology with talent acquisition. He explores how nonverbal cues like gaze patterns influence perceptions of charisma and leadership effectiveness. His work often bridges theoretical research with practical applications in business and policy contexts.

Publications highlight interdisciplinary themes such as sustainability strategies in family businesses, the impact of narcissism on startup funding, and AI-driven HR practices. Maran’s contributions emphasize contextual adaptability in management, aligning leadership approaches with organizational needs. His collaborations with firms and public sectors underscore a commitment to translating academic insights into real-world solutions.