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Dr. Vivien Forner is an Honorary Research Fellow at the University of Wollongong's Faculty of Business and Law, specializing in applied psychology research focused on social psychology, well-being, motivation theory, and leadership development. She has over 15 years of combined industry and academic experience, leading collaborative projects that bridge academic research with organizational challenges. Previously, she served as a part-time lecturer in Management, Operations & Marketing (2021–2021) and a Research Assistant at the Sydney Business School (2012–2014).
Her research explores human behavior in workplaces, emphasizing leadership development and employee well-being. She has contributed to interdisciplinary studies, such as analyzing frontline employee roles and leadership's impact on social care organizations. Dr. Forner also holds a role as Director of Research at the Institute of Management Psychology, furthering her commitment to practical research applications.
- Funding: Led a 2013 grant (Global Challenges Seed Funding) to redesign leadership approaches for volunteer retention in the NSW SES.
- Advisory: Supervised a Doctor of Business Administration project on leadership development's impact on organizational citizenship behavior and social capital (2013).
Her work aims to translate academic insights into actionable strategies for organizations, fostering better workplace environments and leadership practices.
